Eagle Creek Campground - Custer Gallatin National Forest
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.
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.
Need to Know
Bears frequent the area; all food must be stored in approved containers and secured when campsite is unoccupied.
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org .
Campfires must be completely extinguished while campsite is unoccupied and before leaving!
Please remember, The first two vehicles are included in the reservation fee for a single site, four vechicles for a double site. Any additional vehicles will be assessed a $5.00/night extra vehicle fee upon arrival at your site. This fee will be need to be deposited in the self service fee station.
Check-out time is 12:00pm (Noon), Check-in time is 1:00pm
Reserved campsites will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival.
Campground is usually full for most of the season. Don't expect the First come First serve sites to be unoccupied. There are limited camping options in the area. Have a PLAN B if you do not have a reservation!
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.
Nearby Attractions
The Northwest entrance to Yellowstone National Park is located about a 10 minute drive away and offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, breathtaking scenery and unique geological features. Soak and relax at Yellowstone Hotsprings resort situated in the nearby town of Corwin Springs.
Recreation
The Yellowstone River Trailhead is located within the camground. There are horse corrals for use by campers and day users. Many other hiking opportunities are locted within a 15 minute drive. The Yellowstone River is close by with access to rafting and fishing activites.
Contact Information
Mailing
PO Box 5 Gardiner MT 59030
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: (406) 848-7375
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Livingston, MT - Head south toward Gardiner, MT on Highway 89 for 54 miles. Turn Left onto Jardine Rd. Go .9 miles, stay right at the split. Head another 1.2 miles, campground will be on your left.
Available Campsites
- Site 3, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 5, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop Equestrian, Type Equestrian Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 8, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 7, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 9, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop Equestrian, Type Equestrian Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 6, Loop A, Type Standard Nonelectric
