The best river, stream, or creek glamping near West Yellowstone, Montana

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping spot! If you're looking for a glamping experience near West Yellowstone, Montana with access to a river, we've got you covered with over 320 options to choose from. Our top campsites in the area include Activities and Views--Idaho Country (252 reviews), VanGoBoon Campground (135 reviews), and The Park at Swan Valley (100 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, trash, and toilets, and activities like historic sites, surfing, and off-roading, you're sure to have an unforgettable trip. Prices start as low as $25 per night, with an average nightly rate of $95. Book your dream glamping getaway today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping spot! If you're looking for a glamping experience near West Yellowstone, Montana with access to a river, we've got you covered with over 320 options to choose from. Our top campsites in the area include Activities and Views--Idaho Country (252 reviews), VanGoBoon Campground (135 reviews), and The Park at Swan Valley (100 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, trash, and toilets, and activities like historic sites, surfing, and off-roading, you're sure to have an unforgettable trip. Prices start as low as $25 per night, with an average nightly rate of $95. Book your dream glamping getaway today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

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13mi from West Yellowstone · 29 sites · Lodging · Island Park, ID

Starlight Retreat sits on 40 stunning acres only 19 minutes from Yellowstone and 2 minutes off hwy 20 with meadows, aspen groves, and a pine forest to explore with miles of trails connecting directly the property, perfect for hiking or mountain biking. Henry's fork is a crystal clear world class fishing river a short walk down the road. Henry's lake, only a few minute drive, is a world famous fishing lake. In every direction you'll find world class hunting and fishing. Crystal clear rivers leading to stunning waterfalls. You are in the heart of what's become known as "sportsman's paradise".

2. North Fork Cabin

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37mi from West Yellowstone · 5 sites · Lodging · Gardiner, MT

This property was occupied and homesteaded in 1932 by Lloyd's Dad, Vern who began the outfitting business and raised his family here. The cabin is located on the bank of the pristine North Fork of Bear Creek approximately 1/4 up the creek from the North Fork base of operations.

3. Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

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49mi from West Yellowstone · 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.

4. Henrys Lake State Park

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86 sites · Island Park, Idaho

Henrys Lake State Park: A High Mountain Angler's Paradise.

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5. Targhee National Forest

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469 sites · Wyoming

You’ll want to allow yourself plenty of time to take advantage of all that Targhee National Forest has to offer. On several million acres, waterfalls cascade down volcanic cliffs, and crystal clear pools provide some of the best cutthroat trout fishing in the world. Rafters and tubers frolic in the shadows of the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone, and the smell of campfires makes you feel like an Oregon Trailer. Ancient rock formations sprout wildflowers, providing a scenic spot to boulder or rock climb, and Big Spring & Palisades Reservoir boasts over 70 miles of shoreline to bask in the sun after a long day of hiking. Two of the trails here access the high-altitute Alaska Basin, as well as trails in Grand Teton National Park. You’ll also be right next to the city of Idaho Falls, perfect for stocking up on the essentials before a full day of exploring grizzly bear habitats and karst limestone formations, all under the watchful eye of the snow-peaked Tetons!

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6. Homestead@LittleTrailCreekCabins

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33mi from West Yellowstone · 1 site · Lodging · Gardiner, MT

We purchased the property in 2016 to share with travelers. There are three other rentals on the property. Learn more about this land: Shawn has been a nurse for 20+ years and understands the importance of a clean environment.  Take a step back in time. Imagine yourself as an original Homesteader in this early 1900's cabin. But with modern convinces. 5 minutes from Gardiner, Montana - The North Entrance to Yellowstone & Yellowstone Hot Springs. We provide delicious well water! Little Trail Creek runs thru the property. There are two rooms in the cabin. Dining table, kitchen supply hutch & wood stove in the main room.Two queen beds, a small cot in the bedroom. There is one chandelier and 1 outlet in each room. There is one extra cabin with one queen bed available for an additional fee. It is 4 feet from the homestead. It is only available for use by guests of the homestead cabin, so it is private. There is a gorgeous new shower house built in 2023. It provides a large walk in shower, vanity and sink, outlet and standard flush toilet.   Candles, oil lanterns, propane for the BBQ grill, campfire ring, camp chairs, wood stove, towels, hot springs & river towels, bedding, pots, pans, utensils, basic camp supplies are all included! There is a separate shack with an electrical outlet, toaster oven, electric coffee pot, percolator, a single electric burner for the cooking supplies. There are 3 other rentals on this property. Each cabin has 1 - 1.5 acres of private use and are generously spaced out.The Homestead cabin is bordered by Little Trail Creek and the house pasture. There are 5 horses on site.  Absorkee Wilderness is in the back yard with thousands of miles of hiking trails. This is a Glamping experience. There my be wildlife - including bears, elk, deer, bugs or field mice at anytime. We have tried to preserve the Homestead cabin as much as possible to its original state. There are elk, deer, birds and other native wildlife on the property daily.

7. The Wapiti Lodge

83mi from West Yellowstone · 33 sites · Cody, WY

Nestled in the picturesque Wapiti Valley, this campground offers a unique blend of historical elegance and breathtaking natural beauty, perched above the serene Shoshone River. Its prime location between Cody and the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park makes it an ideal base for adventurers eager to explore the rich cultural, historic, and scenic offerings of the area. Guests can immerse themselves in an authentic Western experience, surrounded by majestic mountains and abundant wildlife, while enjoying the convenience of nearby amenities. Just 18 miles to the east, Cody boasts a variety of shopping options, a world-renowned rodeo, and the five fascinating museums of the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. The scenic drive west from the lodge to the East Entrance is renowned as one of the most beautiful stretches of road in the United States, featuring stunning rock formations, the captivating Shoshone River, and a wealth of wildlife. Outdoor enthusiasts will find numerous opportunities for hiking, biking, exploring, hunting, and fishing in the surrounding area. The lodge itself offers a cozy two-bedroom river house and two charming cabins, providing comfortable accommodations for guests looking to unwind after a day of adventure.

Public campgrounds near West Yellowstone

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Henrys Lake Campground

13mi from West Yellowstone · 86 sites · Tents, RVs · in Henrys Lake State Park

Bishop Mountain Cabin

32mi from West Yellowstone · 1 site · in Targhee National Forest

Warm River Cabin

32mi from West Yellowstone · 1 site · in Targhee National Forest

Squirrel Meadows Cabin

42mi from West Yellowstone · 1 site · in Targhee National Forest

Al Taylor Cabin

47mi from West Yellowstone · 1 site · in Targhee National Forest

Stories from the community

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Josh

3 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

Had a great trip to this cozy little cabin. The cabin was clean, plenty of firewood provided, and the Jackery + lights were a nice touch. Great location close to hiking and Chico Hot Springs. Would stay again!

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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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Ingrid

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

Absolutely loved our beautiful glampsite on the way to Yellowstone National Park! Didn’t know it came with great perks like the welcome center, friendly staff, towels for showering, a community fire pit, a map, etc! Sure it can be colder at night with the high altitude but I slept very comfortably with the fuzzy blankets provided. It was such an aesthetic way to camp and I will never go back to regular camping LOL. Very responsive and friendly host, and super helpful and chill staff! One guy even gave me his personal floss when I had an “floss emergency” lol. Absolutely loved it here! 1000000/10 would stay again and bring more friends :)

Don’t fret if you can’t have a fire the stars are even better

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Keith

August 2025

Group trip

2 nights at North Fork Cabin

Clean and very well stocked for a cabin. The sleeping bags and mattresses/cots on site were comfortable and clean. It’s remote, the stream is awesome to have nearby, the night sky is incredible with near zero light pollution, great fire pit, xl picnic table, lots of propane lanterns/burner/grill, I could go on for awhile. I didn’t get a chance to meet the folks who own it but they’re probably really great. Their cabin game is A+. I would note that this property is not for the total novice camper. You’d have to be atleast a decent driver to get a shitty little car or minivan down the path to the cabin but it’s no problem in an suv or truck. The cabin has everything you need to really have a great glamping base camp, your entrusted with a nice assortment of fire, propane accessories, fire pits, wood stoves, sharp stuff etc. Nothing here is stupid proof. Your don’t have running water, there’s no electricity and no fires if things get to dry. That being said it’s got plenty of water from the creek and various buckets, tubs, coolers and such along with a really cool old wash basin thing for your hands. There are a bunch of propane lanterns, mantles and fuel all stocked for light. Great options for cooking, grate over the fire pit, grill, and two large burners inside. We flew out and rented a car to explore the tri state area so we had very little with us. I would recommend a headlamp, some good food and maybe a few cold beers but you don’t need to worry about a whole lot else

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Alexandra

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to North Fork Cabin

Absolutely beautiful spot! Very private and the cabin is clean and has everything you need. I wish we could have stayed longer.

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Bekki

August 2025

Group trip

1 night at Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

Everything was great! We had some issues getting there because of road closures due to a fire, but they were very helpful with instructions for late check in. They had also texted us earlier in the day to check in and welcome us. The tipi was comfy and cozy and the shower houses were very clean and a short walk away. Very welcoming and chill atmosphere.

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Emily

August 2025

3 nights at Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

Super cute cabin with everything I needed. The stream right by it also kept the area nice and cool despite an air temp of 90. The road leading to it had a number of big potholes that would be hard on smaller vehicles, but it also made sure that any traffic going through were going slow. Would absolutely stay here again!!!

Angela

August 2025

With kids

2 nights at North Fork Cabin

The cabin was super cozy and the stream was beautiful! All of her instructions were very helpful and we had a great time! Would def stay again if the opportunity arose.

Nate

July 2025

With kids

2 nights at North Fork Cabin

We loved the privacy and the character of the two cabins! Everything we needed was provided, and we really enjoyed our stay.

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Brian

July 2025

With kids

1 night at Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

Our family had a great time staying here in one of the tipis. By far the highlight of our stay was the full view of the night sky. Camp host was great, and had everything we needed! Would happily recommend this for those seeking a more unique experience.

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Alex

July 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to North Fork Cabin

Amazing site! Felt totally remote while only being 20 min from the Yellowstone entrance and a little town with gas & ice & goof There were so many goods like pots, pans, silverware, camp chairs, gas lanterns, sleeping bags and pillows for the cots. It mightve been on me for being dumb and not realizing but I only wish i knew how much stuff was included i wouldve packed less

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Jon

July 2025

With kids

1 night at Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

Greeted by a helpful and happy staffer for early check-in. The sleeping space was clean on entry. Beds/linens were clean and warm. Enough blankets and comforter heft to keep everyone warm dung a 42 degree evening. Bathrooms were clean. Outstanding stay! W Yellowstone 20 mins away. Would go back for sure.

Heather

July 2025

2 nights at North Fork Cabin

Beautiful little spot! The cabin was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. We loved playing in the stream that flows right next to the cabin and hearing it at night while sleeping. Our dogs also enjoyed hiking around the property. Very close to the park entrance and lots of cute shops and restaurants.

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Brandon

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

A peaceful little slice of paradise. The cabin is so cozy and we slept so well with the sound of the creek right outside the window.

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Lizzy

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to North Fork Cabin

Beautiful setting and well equipped cabins. Great for kids too. We really enjoyed it

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Victor

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

Fun place to stay. Hosts were great. Facilities were clean

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Kathleen

July 2025

With kids

4 nights at North Fork Cabin

We loved the opportunity to stay at this cabin! The river was beautiful and had so many wildflowers growing beside it. The cabin was well stocked with everything we could possibly need. We had a wonderful time! Would highly recommend to anyone.

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Jerry

July 2025

1 night at Starlight Retreat Yellowstone

Great place to be a bit more comfortable on a long road trip.

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Kat

July 2025

With pets

1 night at Yellowstone City Guest Ranch

Incredible secluded cabin in the middle of the mountains! The sound of the rushing water was the absolute best thing to fall asleep and wake up to. My dog loved playing in the water and it is extremely accessible. I was hoping to see some otters, but I did hear some noises at night when falling asleep! Some critters are definitely nearby, as to be expected given the location! Josh's instructions were great and I had no trouble finding the spot. The generator with lights was also extremely appreciated! Felt safe as a solo female traveler, especially knowing that there were other campers across the way at the other cabin.

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Tim

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to North Fork Cabin

This is a great cabin and very cool/private area. Becky provided great directions and information for our stay. The cabins were clean and just about everything you need is provided.