West Fork Madison Campground

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, West Fork Madison Campground is a campground in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana with 1 campsite. West Fork Madison Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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

West Fork Madison Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 16 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for West Fork Madison Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at West Fork Madison Campground

Amenities

potable water
food storage lockers

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · 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.

Rules and notices at West Fork Madison Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check West Fork Madison Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There is a food storage order in effect. When unattended, all food and attractants must be stored in a bear proof manner in accordance with regulations.

Campsites must be attended the first night and may not be left unattended for more than a 24 hour period throughout the stay.

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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.