Hosted by Christopher F.
4 RV/tent sites
Near Yellowstone National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the North Entrance Check Station.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
RV details
Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Campervans, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 9 meters allowed
Pull-in unit
Surface type: Loose gravel
Surface levelness: Flat
No Motorhome, Campervan, and Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space)
Doesn't accommodate slideouts
Generators allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV/tent site
4 guests max per site
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Drinking water available
Showers available
Bins available
Cooking equipment present
Wifi available
Laundry present
Picnic table absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Super Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Short walk
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
Reviews
76% Recommend134 ratings · 104 reviews
Camping by the Yellowstone River offers a mixed experience. You'll find beautiful views and proximity to Yellowstone National Park, but the site is somewhat unkempt and lacks clear signage, causing confusion for late arrivals. While some campers appreciate the amenities like showers and flushing toilets, others are disappointed by trash and overgrown areas. Mosquitoes can be an issue, especially near the creek, and some visitors have reported damage to vehicles due to hidden obstacles in the grass.
Summary AI-generated from real reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
A pleasant stay
8 m Class A
Nice and quiet with lovely views. I am glad we stayed there.
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Julia B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent
Amazing facility with fantastic views and tucked away!
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Daniel G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
7 m travel trailer · With pets
Great sites right next to the river. Easy access from the main highway. Marjorie was quick to respond to questions via the app.
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Janell F.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent
Stunning location with convenient access to the park.
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Karyn P.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
5 m car
I showed up just after dark, which I knew was going to be tough, but honestly I parked my car for car camping in a random spot hoping I didn’t park anyone in or be an inconvenience to anyone else! I had weirdly only found one fire ring while driving around but there were much more on the stretch along the lake.
Future campers: Drive straight between the two main buildings, find the sign down the big hill towards the campground, make almost a 180 degree turn at the bottom and you’ll find most of the sites there :)
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Carrie W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
5 m car
Clean, nice restrooms, showers and laundry. Located on main road.
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Rajasekhar G.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
Great Views, No Instructions
Tent
I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to stay at such a beautiful Hipcamp location and for the host's kindness in accepting my last-minute booking and allowing me to check in at 8:05 pm. However, I left feeling extremely disappointed with certain aspects of the experience. While the host gave an introduction over the phone when I arrived, it was so dark outside that I couldn’t make sense of the directions, and despite calling back twice, I was unable to get any additional guidance. I understand it was very late and also early on a Sunday when I called again, but without clearer instructions, I ended up wandering the property, feeling like I was trespassing, just trying to find basic amenities like the bathroom. Every door I tried was locked, and without any signage or detailed instructions, it made what could have been a wonderful experience quite frustrating. To top it off, I lost my Apple Watch during my stay, though I was lucky to retrieve it the next day. While I truly appreciate the host’s flexibility, clearer communication and better organization would have significantly improved my stay.
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Rochelle W.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
7 m travel trailer
Our experience was fine. We came when it was dark. There wasn’t proper lighting. Sites weren’t numbered. It looked like a disheveled piece of property. No real driveways. The bathroom was a bonus (but hard to find at first). Property looked like it was abandoned and work started and never finished. The host however was sweet and helpful. I know she mentioned they were new to Hip Camp, so I want to give Grace there. The full hook ups and price was good. I believe once they finish the property it would be a great place to camp. I would go back, but definitely not in the dark.
Melissa S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Nice Camping- a Work in Progress
4 m pop-up camper
This is a really beautiful site, but not at all fancy. It is a work in progress (no sites are numbered and the electricity is from extension cords) but it is steps from a beautiful river that was pristine and uncrowded. They have put up some nice twinkle lights around the campground which warms in up nicely. There is a cannabis shop on site which, depending on your preferences, could be good or bad. Marjorie was helpful and responsive in checking us in. We had a nice stay there.
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Kris B.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent
A cute little campground next to the Yellowstone River, with restrooms and a shower a short walk up a hill. Marjorie greeted us and was very friendly and helpful. I'd stay there again if I ever go to Yellowstone another time!
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Julia B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· September 2024
Odd and confusing experience
5 m car
I called the owner before 6pm to let her know we’d be showing up after 8pm per campground rules and she said that was fine and to call once we arrived so she could show us to our spot. We arrived at about 9pm and I called multiple times and even left a couple messages, no answer or callback. Finally after 30 minutes of waiting we decided to go find an empty spot to park since there are no markings to indicate which campsite is which. After parking we tried to go find a bathroom or outhouse. We stumbled around in the dark, checking around the buildings to look for any bathrooms signs or guest info, but there was nothing. Eventually we came across a guy who claimed to work there who tried to help us find a way into main building. He took us from door to door and tried entering different codes in each door we came across but none of the codes were right so we couldn’t get in. We gave up after an hour and just went to bed. The next morning we went up to the main building to try our luck with finding a bathroom again, and luckily found a door that was ajar. We looked around a bit and found bathrooms finally, but no signs of anyone in the building. It was creepy, some lights were on like someone had been there, but it was dead silent and we didn’t see anyone all morning. We would have been better off just parking at a rest stop or something, someplace with toilet access at least. Waste of nearly $60, the view was not worth it. Strongly advise against staying here!
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Pearl S.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
6 m pop-up camper
Great location. Private access to the Yellowstone. Say no more.
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Paul N.
2 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
Has possibilty
4 m travel trailer
The place has possibilities. The sites are close to the Yellowstone and it is quiet and natural. Things are not clearly marked at the camp sites but an onsite host would help that fact and we were camping mid-September and arrived at night. Host was very helpful to get us parked and hooked up after hours via phone. The bathrooms/showers were also not well marked and the host or anyone in the office was unreachable . Cleanliness fair again out of season but could have used TLC. Nice clean towels available and again the facility has great possibilities. Close proximity to Yellowstone and a beautiful area.
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Michael H.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2024
A nice place, but strange set up
Tent
The location of the camp was great! We loved waking up on the Yellowstone river. It was a little confusing pulling up to the site because none of it is marked. I thought I booked a specific spot online, but in reality it was choose what is left. I didn’t get the lot I thought I had booked. In addition, the bathrooms were also a bit confusing as well. Nothing was labeled and it seemed hard to locate without contacting the host. She seemed very sweet and was helpful/responded quickly!! Overall, it was a decent experience and would come here again, but I would like for it to be a little more organized.
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L K.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent
Great place along the yellowstone river. Has a bathroom and shower that is well maintained. Easy booking and attentive host. Less than an hour from the north entrance to yellowstone. No signage showing which site is which, we just picked an open one, if you’re showing up after hours confused where to go, looking at the reviews, this is the answer, just pick an open spot. There’s also a dispensary at the top.
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Andrew P.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent
Beautiful spot on the Yellowstone River, nice quiet spot with a good view of mountains nearby. Easy to find and we were thankful to have clean showers and bathrooms.
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Andrew P.
5 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With pets
Great location to the park. Pretty much dirt areas to camp and bathrooms up a hill. Overall it worked well for us.
Colleena S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent
Camping at 7 point was a beautiful experience! Marjorie and Chris were great hosts and super helpful with anything we needed! The campsite was quiet, majestic and in a perfect area of Montana. Bald eagles fly right over the river there too!
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Aoife B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
7 m campervan · Group trip
Beautiful spot and super friendly helpful staff! Definitely would highly recommend!
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Sara H.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · With kids
This was such a great site! Right by the river, a trampoline to distract the kids so we could pitch the tent without “help”, and a full indoor bathroom. We picked the spot because of the proximity to Chico Hot Springs, which was great too! And the hosts were very friendly - I loved the family history!
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Jenny B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · Group trip
We had a lovely stay at this Hipcamp site. My 3 friends and I stayed for 2 nights and were very pleased. Very spacious between campsites, beautiful view of the river, great bathroom and shower facilities and full service. Great location as well. Would 10/10 recommend :)
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Allie W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Great spot
5 m car
Loved the site. Easy to access and set up. Very chill campground. The bathrooms are in the green building but brown one lol.
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Bailey H.
2 reviews
Not recommend
· August 2024
Hip Camp missed the mark BIGTIME
Tent
This HipCampo should be CLOSED DOWN.
It is a homeless encampment behind a broken down and closed roadside "motel" and the "sites" they manage are disgusting.
Trash all over and zero chance I was staying there.
Forfeited my deposit of 3 days stay and pulled out faster than I pul;ed in.
This left me in a lurch at 6 PM - Considering never using this APP again, as this ois the third time on 2 weeks the location was garbage.
Who looks after these locations aftyer they sign up ... or does HipCamp just receive their "fee" and not care about anything - like Air BnB?
Never again HipCamp - burn me once, I'm an idiot... burn me twice I am no longer a customer. Good Bye folks.
Asking for a friend.
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Pete G.
10 reviews
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
Dotti’s Adventure
6 m campervan
Wasn’t quite what we expected. The photos have you believe that this a pristine site along the River. It was unkept with high grass and “junk” laying around. Not sure what “site 10” is since there was no signage other than “campground”.
It was acceptable for a quick overnight.
On a positive note: the was flush toilet and shower available as well as a garden hose for potable water.
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David K.
7 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · Group trip
The hosts were extremely nice and welcoming. The bathrooms were as clean as possible and they even offered towels. They’ve started hosting for only a few months and they are planning on making the place even better.
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Filippo G.
4 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
10 m fifth wheel · With pets
It's an amazing spot next to a back channel on the Yellowstone River.
The view is incredible and it's super convenient to both Emmigrant and Gardiner. We had our 5thwheel and raft trailer and had plenty of room to get into our site. Our dog Rooti loved having room to roam and swim. Don't forget to ask about the secret trail to the fishing hole. 😀
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Kathy R.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent
Great sites right on the river. Access to flush toilets and a shower was nice as well. Host was very welcoming. Easy to get to and site access is well marked. Would definitely stay again and excited to see what the under construction buildings become.
Anthony B.
4 reviews
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
Great location, beware of mosquitos
10 m fifth wheel · With pets
Great spot to explore Yellowstone- location was pretty great. Beautiful area and decent accommodations. We got lucky and they put us up above the actual designated campground, as there is a steep curve down to it and we have a big rig, so that was nice. Plus, there was an artesian well so the water was awesome and the stream sounds were nice to fall asleep to. Overall it was a fine experience but as others mentioned, the mosquitoes were intense! Being from FL, I honestly thought the other reviews complaining about mosquitoes were exaggerated but they were not!!! It’s worse than in the FL swamp areas! That is something I think they should try to do something about, the pond down there is what makes the mosquitos so bad and I couldn’t imagine staying in a tent there- but otherwise, we had a great time.
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Dan And Ellie W.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
8 m Class C · With pets
Loved the site,very quiet good access to Yellowstone through Gardiner village.Right next to river. Site is clean.Management is friendly. Would book again.If your coming with a big rig and need electric hook-up there is a sharp turn and unpaved hill to get down to sites.We had a 28 feet class C and a pick-up with a 24 foot camping trailer and made it down and up no problem.
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Famille P.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
5 m car
Great quiet place. Beware of bugs in the summer months.
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Chasity W.
2 reviews
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