Bridge Bay Campground
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Bridge Bay Campground

Camping★★★★☆
Last Updated: January 2026
⚠️ Temporarily Closed

Overview

About This Campground

Bridge Bay Campground is a large Yellowstone base with RV, tent, and combo sites (432 total). There are no hookups; generators are allowed in RV/combination sites 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Food storage lockers are provided, and quiet hours run from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Showers aren’t on-site; the nearest facilities are at Fishing Bridge RV Park about 4 miles away. Trailers up to 40 feet are permitted.

Highlights

Site Types

RV sites, tent sites, combination RV/tent sites; walk-in sites for hikers/cyclists; 3 ADA accessible sites

Scenic Views

Views of Yellowstone Lake and surrounding terrain

Nearby Attractions

Bridge Bay Marina; Lake Village services a few miles away

Family Friendly

Family campground with 432 sites; quiet hours 10 pm–6 am; plan for shared facilities and varying privacy

Best Time to Visit

May–September; peak season during summer; book six months ahead

Camping Tips

  • Book six months out.
  • Bring a headlamp for late-night trips to comfort stations.
  • Store all food in lockers and keep bear-aware practices.
  • Plan for no on-site showers; Fishing Bridge is ~4 miles away.

RV Driver Intel

The Setup

Roads within campground are mixed (paved and gravel); plan for a 40 ft trailer; choose sites with easier interior access; prepare for limited water and no hookups; keep generator usage to 8 a.m.–8 p.m. and under 60 dB at 50 ft

The Vibe

A functional basecamp near the lake rather than a secluded wilderness escape. It’s big, convenient, and bear-aware, with privacy varying by loop. Expect some group activity and limited on-site amenities.

Bath & Laundry

No on-site showers; nearest showers/laundry at Fishing Bridge RV Park ~4 miles away; 16 restrooms with flush toilets and cold running water are available within loops

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