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Recreation Region: Hebgen Lake Ranger District

Lonesomehurst Campground

 Lonesomehurst Campground is located on the banks of scenic Hebgen Lake, on the Hebgen Lake Ranger District, just 20 minutes from West Yellowstone, in southwestern Montana. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, fishing and hiking opportunities, as well as its close proximity to Yellowstone National Park.

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Current Conditions
Call 1-406-823-6961 for dispersed camping options.

Reservations

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General Information

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  • Camp sites: 26
  • Electrical Sites: 4.  Federal Recreation Passes not applicable toward electric.
  • Trash Pickup: Yes
  • Firewood: $10.00 / bundle

Facilities

The campground offers several single-family sites. Four RV-compatible sites have electric hookups. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as well as vault toilets and drinking water. Firewood is available for purchase from the campground host.

Natural Features

Hebgen Lake sits on the Madison River, at an elevation of 6,240 feet. The lake covers 21 square miles and has 65 miles of shoreline. Lonesomehurst is situated on the South Fork Arm of the lake, among lodgepole pines.

A variety of waterfowl is often spotted in the area, including Sandhill cranes, herons, Western grebes, white pelicans, osprey, Canada geese, mallards, wood ducks, loons and bald and golden eagles. Bison, deer and moose are frequently seen as well.

Recreation

Hebgen Lake is considered Montana's premier stillwater fishing lake. Anglers will find a healthy population of brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout. Boating and swimming are popular activities on the lake. A boat ramp is located within the campground.

Hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area.

5/17 – 9/29 Weather Dependent

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $20 per night (includes two driving vehicles)
Electric Site: $28 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $8 per each additional vehicle

Off Season, there is no fee and no amenities available. Peak Season, there is a $26.00 includes 2 driving vehicles

$35.00 for electrical sites $9.00 each additional vehicle
 Federal Recreation Passes not applicable toward additional vehicle or electric fees.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.73441

Longitude: -111.23172

Directions

8 mi west of West Yellowstone on US 20, then 4 mi north on Denny Creek Rd.

Parking

TRAILER / RV SITES AVERAGE PARKING SPUR: 30' X 45'.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Accessible Facilities:

Boat Ramp

Dock

Fire Grates

Fishing

Toilet

(1 site)

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

SwimmingSwimming
Boating - MotorizedBoating - Motorized

Last updated May 29th, 2025