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About Madison River (MT)
Number of accommodations: 10
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (120)
What Guests Are Saying
Madison River campground is praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and beautiful, quiet setting along the river, making it ideal for fishing and relaxation. While some campers noted minor issues like road noise, generator use, and difficulty accessing the river, the overall atmosphere and facilities received high marks. Many expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and well-maintained sites.
What Guests Are Saying
Madison River campground is praised for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and beautiful, quiet setting along the river, making it ideal for fishing and relaxation. While some campers noted minor issues like road noise, generator use, and difficulty accessing the river, the overall atmosphere and facilities received high marks. Many expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and well-maintained sites.
Review Summary
Rick K
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 4, Loop: A
We have stayed here before and enjoy this site. In the past it was first come first serve so we were fortunate that we checked about reservations before coming.
Rick K
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 4, Loop: A
We have stayed here before and enjoy this site. In the past it was first come first serve so we were fortunate that we checked about reservations before coming.
Andrew N
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
Great campground next to the river. Access is over bridge . If fishing the Madison highly recommend a float from Lions Bridge to Pallisades and using Yellow Sally if you need a shuttle service. Didn’t see any bears but bring bear spray as there are Grizzlies in the woods behind. Would definitely stay here again.
Andrew N
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
Great campground next to the river. Access is over bridge . If fishing the Madison highly recommend a float from Lions Bridge to Pallisades and using Yellow Sally if you need a shuttle service. Didn’t see any bears but bring bear spray as there are Grizzlies in the woods behind. Would definitely stay here again.
Robert B
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
Very nice Shady spot in #9 especially. Much more spacious and quiet than National Park Service campgrounds. The river is beautiful, but the cows across it were annoying. We were originally in #8 and couldn't make a change even though #9 was not reserved, so the host made the change for us; nice! We thought 8 would be nice since 10 was not available, but turns out it is the sunniest site. Would be helpful to have pictures that show each site in full. Also, there is a spot where trash cans used to be so no idea why they removed them.
Robert B
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: A
Very nice Shady spot in #9 especially. Much more spacious and quiet than National Park Service campgrounds. The river is beautiful, but the cows across it were annoying. We were originally in #8 and couldn't make a change even though #9 was not reserved, so the host made the change for us; nice! We thought 8 would be nice since 10 was not available, but turns out it is the sunniest site. Would be helpful to have pictures that show each site in full. Also, there is a spot where trash cans used to be so no idea why they removed them.
Scott B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: A
Very welcoming and comfortable place to camp. Easy access to the river and fishing. I was in site 7 and it easily accommodated an 18 ft trailer and full size truck. Facilities were very clean. Quite place when I was there. Traffic noise minimal.
Scott B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: A
Very welcoming and comfortable place to camp. Easy access to the river and fishing. I was in site 7 and it easily accommodated an 18 ft trailer and full size truck. Facilities were very clean. Quite place when I was there. Traffic noise minimal.
Seval K
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: A
It is a nice campground with only 13 sites.
Enough space in between each site.
Be aware of the mosquitoes. Fishing is good.
Seval K
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: A
It is a nice campground with only 13 sites.
Enough space in between each site.
Be aware of the mosquitoes. Fishing is good.
Location Madison River (MT)
Address:
Madison Ranger District
Ennis, MT, 59729
United States
Travel south from Ennis for 33 miles on US Highway 287. Approximately one mile beyond the Lyon Rest Area, turn west at signs indicating West Fork RV Camp. Cross the Old Kirby Bridge (maximum height 12’ 7”, maximum weight four tons) and turn left onto West Madison road #8381. Travel about one mile to campground. When travelling from south or east, turn to Old Kirby Bridge six miles northwest of US 287 and MT 87 junction.
The campground is accessible via US Highway 287, which is approximately 33 miles from Ennis. There are no interstates or other major roads within 25 miles.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.8772 / -111.576
Elevation: 1871 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
2PM
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food and attractants must be stored in a bear-proof manner when not in use.
Site capacity
- Camping is limited to 16 days, and campers must move at least five miles away for seven days before returning.
- Campers must pack out all trash as there is no garbage service.
Cancellation policy
- Reservations may be canceled if not used; failure to arrive on the first night or absence over 24 hours may result in forfeiture without refund.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
