
Rainbow Point Campground
Overview
About This Campground
Rainbow Point Campground sits on Hebgen Lake just outside West Yellowstone. There are 83-85 sites, with 46-47 electric hookups, mainly in Loop B and C. Vault toilets serve bathrooms and potable water spigots are spread around; no showers on-site. Fires are allowed in designated rings, and bear boxes protect food; the dirt ground has ample shade and nights are generally quiet.
Highlights
✅ BOOK IF: You need electric hookups (Loop B/C), value shade and Hebgen Lake access, and can skip on-site showers. ❌ SKIP IF: You must have abundant amenities or seek total wilderness solitude with zero road noise.
Tent and RV sites; Loop B/C electric
Hebgen Lake and forested hills
Hebgen Lake beach; West Yellowstone town ~10 miles; nearby trails
Family Friendly
Family-friendly forest campground with lake access; shade and roomy sites; no on-site showers
Best Time to Visit
Late spring through early fall; operating season May 17–Sept 29
Camping Tips
- Book 2–3 months ahead on Recreation.gov
- Expect gravel approaches; slow down and plan for tight sites with trees
- Store food in bear boxes; keep trash secured when away
- No on-site showers—plan to use West Yellowstone facilities
- Hebgen Lake access from camp enables boating and swimming; stock up in West Yellowstone for groceries
RV Driver Intel
Pull-through and back-in options exist; last 2-3 miles are gravel and washboard; internal roads are rough—drive slow. Most sites are level, though a few may need leveling blocks; bear boxes and dirt/gravel terrain define the layout.
Forest basecamp with lake access and spacious sites; functional and convenient, not a wilderness retreat.
Showers: none; Bathhouse: vault toilets; Laundry: none
What Campers Say
Rainbow Point Campground rates 4.1 stars from 304 reviews. Reviewers highlight shade, lake access, and forest calm, with some noting gravel roads and tighter sites for larger rigs; overall it remains a solid, family-friendly basecamp near West Yellowstone.
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