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West Fork Madison Campground in Montana
Hard to Book

West Fork Madison Campground

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana

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As of September 2026, West Fork Madison Campground is a campground in Montana with 1 campsite. West Fork Madison Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • West Fork Madison Campground is located at 44.8834ยฐ N, 111.5798ยฐ W.

West Fork Madison Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Campsites at West Fork Madison Campground

Amenities

  • potable water
  • food storage lockers

At a glance: Setting: Mountain ยท Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad.

About West Fork Madison Campground

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.

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West Fork Madison Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at West Fork Madison Campground?

West Fork Madison Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at West Fork Madison Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at West Fork Madison Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does West Fork Madison Campground have?

West Fork Madison Campground has 1 campsites.

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