12 Best Private Campsites Near Gardiner, MT, US 2025

Welcome to Hipcamp, the go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience near Gardiner, Montana. With over 40 private camping options available in the area, you're sure to find the ideal accommodation to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot by the Gallatin River Getaway, a cozy stay at Yellowstone City Guest Ranch, or a unique farm stay experience at Serenity Sheep Farm, we've got you covered. And with options starting as low as $35 per night, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Don't just take our word for it - check out our top campsites like Gallatin River Getaway (159 reviews), Yellowstone City Guest Ranch (49 reviews), and Serenity Sheep Farm Stay (22 reviews) to see why fellow campers love these spots. Plus, popular amenities such as pet-friendly sites, accessible toilets, and trash disposal make your camping experience even more convenient. So get ready to immerse yourself in nature and enjoy activities like wind sports, wildlife watching, and biking. Start planning your camping adventure with Hipcamp today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, the go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience near Gardiner, Montana. With over 40 private camping options available in the area, you're sure to find the ideal accommodation to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot by the Gallatin River Getaway, a cozy stay at Yellowstone City Guest Ranch, or a unique farm stay experience at Serenity Sheep Farm, we've got you covered. And with options starting as low as $35 per night, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Don't just take our word for it - check out our top campsites like Gallatin River Getaway (159 reviews), Yellowstone City Guest Ranch (49 reviews), and Serenity Sheep Farm Stay (22 reviews) to see why fellow campers love these spots. Plus, popular amenities such as pet-friendly sites, accessible toilets, and trash disposal make your camping experience even more convenient. So get ready to immerse yourself in nature and enjoy activities like wind sports, wildlife watching, and biking. Start planning your camping adventure with Hipcamp today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

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18mi from Gardiner · 4 sites · RVs, Lodging · Pray, MT

This is a wild property bordered by public land. No electricity, no plumbing. Just an exceptional piece of land, with a cold rushing creek to beat the heat, meadows with butterflies and flowers, privacy, and great views of the valley and surrounding mountains. We have three cabins spread across the lot. Enjoy the smell of fresh milled wood and the sounds of the nearby creek. The cabins are spread far enough apart to offer privacy to each party, but know that you may still see other travelers on the land during your stay. In addition to the cabins, enjoy the outdoor picnic and dining area, an outdoor gas stove, and a gas-powered fire pit. Outhouse with bucket toilet + cedar chips + bucket liners. Please pack it in, pack it out.

2. Miner Creek Campground

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41mi from Gardiner · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Wineglass, MT

Nestled on 60 acres you'll find a private campground in a cottonwood grove just across a log bridge over Miner creek. Across the gravel driveway you'll find a second campground that is tucked back in a secluded cottonwood grove, and further down the driveway, you'll find the 3rd campsite. The campgrounds are 5 minutes to the charming historic downtown of Livingston and the Yellowstone River, 20 minutes to Bozeman, 20 mins to Pine Creek Lodge and an hour to Yellowstone National Park. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are friendly to other dogs. Our dogs freely roam the property. **All sites share an outhouse located in the parking area by the trail to camp #2. It is only onsite from May 15 to Oct 15. #1: "Creekside Oasis" campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, a hammock, solar lighting, and a small portable charcoal grill. Although you can car camp at # 1, please note that the camper spot is just off the gravel driveway, and not across the creek where the tent site, picnic table and fire pit are located. #2: "Off the Beaten Path" campsite requires a short 1-2 minute walk on a tight, uneven path through the trees. It is a small campsite with a fire ring, 2 camp chairs and solar lighting. Do NOT rent this tent site if you need to be close to your car. This site is not on the creek. Creek access is down a trail to the left off the parking area. #3: "Not for the Faint of Heart" campsite is a 2-3 minute walk from the parking spot on an uneven, tight trail through the trees. It has a fire ring, two camp chairs, solar lighting, and a small portable grill. Do NOT rent this tent site unless you are ready to explore and do not need to be close to your car. Make sure you arrive before dark because although the trail is lit by solar lights even with headlamps it can be tricky to find your way through the trees. Closed-toed shoes are highly recommended. The creek is not right by the tent site like it is in campsite #1. There is a small break in the bushes that gives creek access. *For all sites we recommend storing your food in your vehicle overnight. *For all sites you need to bring your own firewood and charcoal.

3. Ellison Ranch

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47mi from Gardiner · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Mc Leod, MT

This ranch was homesteaded in 1896 by a German immigrant, and has been in the family for 120 years. We enjoy sharing that history with anyone who is interested. We have 5 designated drive-in sites along the West Boulder River. Each is separate and well spaced. Only #1 has any close traffic - and that is occasional ranch vehicles.

4. Yellowstone Dreamin Camp

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17mi from Gardiner · 12 sites · Lodging · South Glastonbury, MT

Our property is located in Paradise Valley less than 30 miles from the North entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The views are amazing and our tents amenities make you feel like you are in a hotel.We are a Glamping Camp built to let people experience the great Big Sky Country of Montana staying in Paradise Valley. We are located less than 30 miles from Yellowstone National Park.When you visit our camp Adventure is in store for you. With hiking, rafting, biking, sightseeing, and more located very close by your biggest problem will be deciding how to spend your time. The Camp is remote and you will be able to take in all that comes with nature in Montana including amazing stars and serene views in all directions. Nearby restaurants and a hot springs are just a few must visits that guests have boasted about in the past.We have a flush toilet, potable water, pets are allowed, and there are hot showers and laundry services allowed as well!Our guests love us too! "We loved our stay! The tent was great, very nicely decorated, and super comfortable beds. The views were incredible, and the friendly horses were our girls’ favorite part of the day! Thank you for the wonderful accommodations and the tasty breakfast!"

Stories from the community

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Jim

November 2025

19 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Ellison Ranch

Wonderful site by the river! I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s great!

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Wilson

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Miner Creek Campground

We stayed at campsite 1. Very lovely place with 2 relaxing hammocks. Big fireplace with some chairs around it and pretty string lights. Louis the dog came down and spent some quality time with us at campsite and was super chill.

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Sophie

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

Beautiful place! The cabin had everything we needed to be comfortable, warm, welcoming and happy.

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Tim

October 2025

19 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Ellison Ranch

Peaceful, isolated but always felt safe. Great stream fifty feet away.

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Abby Riley

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Ellison Ranch

Camped in spot 3, very beautiful spot! The directions are accurate but finding the pull off was a bit difficult. It is before the bridge; don’t cross the bridge it is behind you. GREAT little spot to stay and the water that runs through makes it a very peaceful area. Highly recommend!

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Phil

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Miner Creek Campground

i loved this campsite! its was very thoughtfully put together and the creek is so relaxing to listen to. highly recommend booking here if youre in the area and looking for a site!

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Katherine

September 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

Amazing site! Very private, pull through that has plenty of woods to block the road (rarely saw any cars). Beautiful spot in the woods with a wonderful fireplace. Close to Chico hot springs but far enough away to think you’re the only ones out in the woods. Would definitely stay here again!

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Alex

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Miner Creek Campground

Very well thought out campsites. They’re close to each other all the while maintaining privacy. The host was very nice and accommodating and I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again! Thank you!

Monica

September 2025

23 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Ellison Ranch

The Ellison ranch is the epitome of hipcamping! Big ranch, lots of space and privacy. The dogs so enjoyed it!! They also loved when I would get in the river with them for fun :) Kent and his ranch hand are there if you need them! I've always enjoyed ranchers because I come from ranchers. Good people! The sights around the area are spectacular not to mention the wildlife!! Do not miss Natural Bridge Falls. It isn't far away at all. The drive alone is spectacular! I rode my bike for 13 miles from the ranch down a forest road and it was breath taking. I really enjoyed my time in Big Timber as well. I love small towns where people are polite, helpful and friendly. If you have an rv, Big Timber Tire has an rv dump even after hours.

Secluded campsite with fire pit, camp chairs, hammock and solar lights.

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Shayla

September 2025

Tent

3 nights at Miner Creek Campground

We loved staying at Miner Creek Campground! So peaceful with the flowing creek and all of the natural native plants and trees. We are planning to come again next year

Jim

September 2025

36 ft Class C

With pets

3 nights at Ellison Ranch

Beautiful valley and location. Host was great with regard to communication.

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Kyle

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Miner Creek Campground

Tent camping was very nice at camp #3. The site was surrounded by greenery and had access to a small creek. The site is well isolated from the other camp sites. The site we were at was supplied with a table, fire pit, water jug, chairs and a hammock. Very clean property. No trash in sight. We will definitely be coming back to try the other sites.

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Johanna

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Miner Creek Campground

We loved the little bit of time we spent at the site. Just passing through on a road trip but it is a place I would definitely book again.

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Nathan

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Yellowstone Dreamin Camp

This place does it right! I had made a reservation for one night. As soon as I got there I knew I had to extend it at least one night which I did. So comfortable, so many extra details. My best experience so far of my 30 days on the road!!

Kasey

September 2025

Tent

4 nights at Miner Creek Campground

It was lovely! We were close to Yellowstone and close to town to go out to eat if we didn’t want to cook at camp. The sound of the creek was peaceful. When we first pulled up, we thought we saw a bear, but it was a dog named Louis. He helped us unpack when we first got there and kept us company for a bit. ☺️ There are two ways to get to the site which is by walking over the logs or going on a mini trail path.

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Daniel

September 2025

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Miner Creek Campground

Cool camping spot on private land near Livingston. Far enough away from the freeway so you don't hear traffic noise. I stayed in camp #1 with my camper trailer. A little bit tight parking in the spot but do-able. A timber bridge separates the firepit and grill from the rest of the space. The bridge is probably not great for people with balance issues or little kids. But me and my dog loved it. Firepit area is very shaded and has lots of string lighting and also hammocks. All in all a fun and unique camping spot. Would definitely stay again!

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Kenneth

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ellison Ranch

Had a great time at Ellison Ranch! We were at spot #2 and it was amazing. Will definitely be back.

Lindsay

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ellison Ranch

Camping site #4 was very peaceful and tucked away along the river. We enjoyed the beautiful views and easy access to the river to hang out on the rocks, and our pup loved the wide open freedom. Thank you for sharing your amazing property with us!

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Karen

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Miner Creek Campground

What a sweet, well conceived, well maintained and thoughtfully carved out little place Jenny has created on her property. Made me think of the little hideaway's I created in the woods as a child. Wandering down a short path to a perfect retreat - wish we’d been able to stay longer. Jenny was very accommodating and responsive.