Bridge Bay Campground: Paved, 432 Sites, Lake Access

Q: Do I need a reservation, or are there walk-in sites?

Reservations open six months ahead; first-come sites may appear during May 15–21. There are walk-in non-reservable sites for hikers/cyclists.

Q: Are there showers on-site at Bridge Bay Campground?

No showers are on-site. The nearest shower facilities are at Fishing Bridge RV Park, about 4 miles away.

Q: What about bears and food storage?

Yes, Bridge Bay is bear country. Use the food storage lockers provided; keep food, toiletries, and cooking gear stored properly. Leash pets and observe quiet hours.

Q: What amenities should I expect nearby?

A camp store is at Bridge Bay Marina, with groceries and ice; Lake Village offers additional services a short drive away.

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Sites

432

RV Max Length

40 feet

Hookups

None

Pets Allowed

Showers

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

Book If

✅ BOOK IF: You need a large, accessible campground with many site options, no hookups, and a 40 ft RV limit. ❌ SKIP IF: You require on-site showers or full hookups, or you want a secluded, quiet setting away from crowds

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

What Campers Say

Rated 4.4 stars from 920 reviews. Campers appreciate the scale and lake-adjacent access; some note group activity affects quiet in certain loops; overall solid for a Yellowstone basecamp.

Details

Campsite Information

Total Sites: 432

RV Max Length: 40 feet

Hookups: None

Site Types

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

Each Site Includes

Picnic tables and fire grates at every campsite

Activities

Hiking, fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing

Amenities & Facilities

Campground Amenities

Showers: No on-site showers; nearest facilities with showers ~4 miles away at Fishing Bridge RV Park
Restrooms: 16 public restrooms with flush toilets and cold running water in each loop
Water: Potable water spigots available at campground comfort stations
Trash: Bear-proof dumpsters and recycling areas

Facilities

RV Dump Station: On-site dump station available seasonally; may close in freezing temperatures
Camp Store: Yes - seasonal
Firewood: Firewood sold on-site; gathering firewood prohibited

Utilities

Restrooms: 16 public restrooms with flush toilets and cold running water in each loop

Showers: No on-site showers; nearest facilities with showers ~4 miles away at Fishing Bridge RV Park

Policies & Rules

Reservations

Yellowstone National Park Lodges (Booking: Reservations open six months in advance on a rolling basis)

Pet Policy

Pets Allowed - Pets must be kept on a leash at all times

Reviews

★★★★☆

4.4 /5

Based on 920 Google reviews

Based on 920 guest reviews

" Rated 4.4 stars from 920 reviews. Campers appreciate the scale and lake-adjacent access; some note group activity affects quiet in certain loops; overall solid for a Yellowstone basecamp."

Reviews from Google

Bridge Bay Campground was so great! It was right on the Lake and there were wildlife all around us. The firewood at the campgrounds was pretty pricey, but worth it during the very cold night. ($12+/box) The amenities were as described. Restrooms were clean and had flushing toilets. There was soap available to wash our hands and and outdoor spigot to fill for potable water. Bear Boxes and Food Storage boxes were available at every campsite. Plenty of signage to know where to go and also to reconfirm to everyone NOT TO APPROACH THE WILDLIFE! While there we ran into a bunch of Elk and the Elk were screaming at each other for about 4 hours throughout the night..It was WILD! The Lake and Marina are close and were able to see a handful of sites along the road one day and the rest the other on our way out. What a memorable experience we had at Bay Bridge. Thanks for a great experience!

Very happy we picked Bridge bay. The camp sites are very private with trees all around. (our site was not very level) We woke up to elk in the field across from our camp. So pretty. The bear boxes were fantastic and put our minds at ease. The bathrooms were very clean. (No hot water tho) also be aware that you will get no service in this campground as in much of Yellowstone.

This campground was great! There was a lot of space and access to restrooms which was a plus. We were able to set up our site, enjoy a fire and look at the pretty stars. The showers were also great and being able to get a bath towel, mat and washcloth for $1.50 was hard to beat.We were very central to a lot of the attractions in Yellowstone. It probably took approximately 50 minutes to an hour to get to the "popular" things.

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