Eagle Creek Campground
A campground along the Yellowstone River on the Gardiner District on the Custer Gallatin National Forest. Eagle Creek Campground is located 2 miles northeast of the town of Gardiner on Jardine Road and approximately 55 miles south of the city of Livingston along scenic HWY 89 S. At an elevation of 6100 feet, the campground overlooks Yellowstone National Park's majestic peaks. This 20-site campground has gravel roads with unpaved sites that accommodate a maximum of 48’ RVs. The Yellowstone River Trailhead is also located within this campground. Vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and horse corrals are provided to the public. There are no hook-ups available. Food storage order is in effect from March 1st through December 1st.
Reservations
Reservations available for peak season on recreation.gov.
General Information
NOTE: Dispersed camping is prohibited along the Jardine Rd downhill of Eagle Creek Campground, Jardine Rd for 1 ½ miles past Eagle Creek Campground, and the first 3 miles of Eagle Creek Rd.
Campground road not suitable for vehicles longer than 48ft.
- Camp sites: 20
- Trash Pickup: No
- Firewood: No
- Stock Facilities: Corral adjacent to campground
Facilities
Eagle Creek campground offers 20 sites for use by RV or tents. 18 sites are single sites, two sites are double sites. Sites 19 and 20 are located adjacent to horse corrals and are reserved for stock users until 4 pm and then are first come first serve for 1 night only. Not all sites are level. There are no hook-ups available. There is no water or sewer dump located close to the campground. Food storage restrictions are in effect from March 1st through December 1st. Bear boxes are located at each site to store food and other bear attractants.
Natural Features
The campground is located at about 6100 feet overlooking the Gallatin Mountains. There is a small creek that runs along the west side of the campground filled with small Aspen trees. It is not uncommon to have Elk roaming through and bedding in the grass.
Recreation
The Yellowstone River Trailhead is located within the campground. There are horse corrals for use by campers and day users. Many other hiking opportunities are located within a 15 minute drive. The Yellowstone River is close by with access to rafting and fishing activities.
Open All Year
Open year round.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $15 per night
Double Site: $30 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per night
$15.00 single, $30 double
- $5.00 each additional vehicle
Interagency Passes not applicable toward additional vehicle fees
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 45.04329
Longitude: -110.68115
Directions
2 mi northeast of Gardiner on Jardine Rd.
Horse corrals adjacent to campground. Adjacent to Yellowstone River Trailhead.
Campground road not suitable for vehicles longer than 48ft.
Parking
TRAILER / RV SITES AVERAGE PARKING SPUR: 12’ x 40’
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Accessible Facilities:
Food Boxes
Tables
Tent Pads
Toilets
Parking
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Outdoor Science and Learning
Viewing Scenery