
Lonesomehurst Campground sits on Hebgen Lake, offering a calm lakeside base for exploring Yellowstone's surroundings. It’s about 20 minutes from the West Yellowstone entrance, with 27 sites for tents, RVs, and trailers. Vault toilets, potable water spigots, and bear boxes are at each site, and the vibe is simple, family-friendly camping. Plan for modest amenities and good cell service nearby.
Tent, RV, trailer
Hebgen Lake and surrounding pines
Hebgen Lake, West Yellowstone, gateway to Yellowstone National Park
Vault toilets, bear boxes, lake access; no showers; West Yellowstone nearby for services
Late spring through early fall; peak summer busiest; shoulder seasons quieter
Big rigs: some sites handle up to 45 ft; others cap at 30 ft combined. Internal roads are paved with a gravel final approach; if you want electric, target one of the 4–5 electric sites. Bring leveling blocks for uneven sites and set up near a water spigot when possible.
Functional basecamp near a popular gateway; not a wilderness retreat. Clean, convenient, with lake access and short drives to West Yellowstone; expect some crowds in peak season.
No on-site showers and no laundry facilities. Plan to use West Yellowstone facilities or your own setup; pack extra towels.
Tent, RV, trailer
Hebgen Lake access for boating/fishing; nearby hiking options
Recreation.gov (Booking: Reservations can be made from 3 days up to 6 months in advance.)
Pets Allowed - Leash at all times; not on park trails
Address
40 S Lonesomehurst Rd, West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA
To Park Entrance
Approx. 12 miles (about 20 minutes) from West Yellowstone Entrance
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No showers are available; vault toilets are provided.
Extra vehicles incur an $8–$9 per-vehicle fee; count beyond the first two.
Yes; AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile typically have service.
Length limits vary by site: some sites allow up to 45 ft, others impose a 30 ft combined vehicle+trailer cap.
Yes, on about 4–5 sites, with 30/50 amp service.
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