Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area

In

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

12 sites · RV, Tent

If you’re planning a visit to Yellowstone National Park and you’re a camper, Beaver Creek is a a quick 30 minute drive away and a great place to soak in the wilderness overnight. The campground is situated on a hillside, overlooking the Madison River and Earthquake Lake and surrounded by a pine forest, grassy areas, and summer wildflowers. It offers easy access to premier fishing, canoeing, and 6 miles of hiker- and horse-friendly trails. For those looking to cool off with a swim, head to Hegben Lake, which is also nearby.

What this place offers

Campfire allowed

No pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

Potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

12 sites

RV, Tent

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Yellowstone Holiday

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Angell Creek Campground

27mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 6 sites · RVs · Island Park, ID

Angell Creek Campground is located in beautiful Island Park Idaho. It has been in our family for over 50 years. We are surrounded by pine trees, and it is a quiet place to escape the noise of the world. It is a place to recharge and enjoy the outdoors. Our campsite is close to West Yellowstone and only 30 mi. from Yellowstone National Park. Island Park has a lot to offer including: boating, waterskiing, fishing, canoeing, swimming, hiking, trail riding and much more. All of these activities are within a few minutes away. We are in close proximity to highway 20 and easy access to services and dining. We have a very large parking area where you can park trailers and vehicles. We have about 3 acres and have 5 RV spots. We have a central sheltered picnic area and a big fire pit on each RV spot. Each pad is rented at $40 a night with provided 50 and 20 amp service with an adapter provided for 30 amp service. No water or sewer is provided. There is a porta potty on location from mid May until end of October. Must pack out all of your trash or be a accessed a cleaning fee per lot. Although wanting to keep this campground in a primitive state, we will be adding a few updates in coming years. Pets allowed on a leash only.

Madison View

36mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 1 site · Tent, RV · Ennis, MT

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North Fork Cabin

39mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 5 sites · Lodging · Gardiner, MT

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Ennis RV Park by Starry Night Lodging

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Montana Basecamp near Yellowstone

47mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Pray, MT

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7 Point Guest Ranch

45mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 34 sites · Tents, RVs · Emigrant, MT

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Camp Steelhead

29mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Island Park, ID

CLOSE TO YELLOWSTONE NP! This is a great spot with easy access to all the outdoor recreation that Island Park offers. A convenient 30-minute drive to the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park. A quick 10-minute drive to enjoy the beautiful day hikes of Harriman State Park. You can also hike directly from Camp Steelhead on the old historic rail grade and enjoy the views of the majestic Buffalo River. Enjoy a quiet camping area with the convenience of power hookups for your RV (30 amp) or just plug in your phone to the 110 outlets if you are tent camping. Close proximity to Highway 20 and easy access to services and dining. One RV/Trailer per campsite. Camp Steelhead is located within the beautiful Yellowstone Ecosystem. While we have not had any problems with wildlife. We ask that campers store food properly to avoid any issues. Yellowstone does not have a fence around it. Animals wander all through the area.

Sportsman's Retreat RV Sites

35mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 3 sites · RVs · Gardiner, MT

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Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

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Terra Nova Cabins

3.8mi from Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area · 40 sites · Lodging · West Yellowstone, MT

Escape the crowds and stay near the water—just 20 miles from Yellowstone’s West Entrance. Terra Nova Cabins offers a peaceful retreat by Hebgen Lake, minutes from world-class fishing, hiking, and adventure.

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What this place offers

Campfire allowed

No pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

Potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

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