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About
Overview West Fork is a small seven unit campground along the banks of the West Fork of the Madison River. The access road divides the campground with 2 sites north of the road and a 5 site loop on the south. Trailers are not permitted due to the tight, narrow turns and small camp spaces. This is a First Come - First Served campground. Reservations are not available. Recreation Fishing is available in both the West Fork and Madison Rivers. The West Fork road provides access to OHV trails and scenic drives in the Gravelly Mountains. There are hiking trails in Lee Metcalf Wilderness. Facilities There is a fire ring and picnic table in each campsite. There are bear-proof food storage lockers on each side of the campground. A water spigot and two outhouses are located in the loop. Natural Features The campground is located along the West Fork River, near it's confluence with the Madison, in a grove of old growth spruce and Douglas Fir. The vegetation is dense and shaded. Nearby Attractions The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is less than 40 miles away.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 21 mi
fuel station
Exxon
- 23 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 1.0 mi
trailhead
Papoose Creek Trailhead
- 1.3 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
- Madison Ranger District · Ennis, MT 59729
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/10/2026
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