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Yellowstone Park - West Gate KOA Holiday

3305 Targhee Pass Hwy PO Box 348, West Yellowstone, Montana 59758-9521 USA

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“space for tents, RV's, and more”

Imagine sleeping beneath the towering Montana mountains as you gaze up at a clear night sky, with only the stars and the moon as your light source. Welcome to Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday. We are the ultimate camping destination near West Yellowstone, bringing you closer than ever to seeing the untouched beauty of the natural world. Our family-friendly campground is just a short drive from the West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, putting over 2.2 million acres of forests, rivers and wildlife right within reach for you to explore. The key to a memorable getaway is a balance between thrill and rest. At Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday, we have worked hard to create a campground with these ideas at the center. Whether you are seeking adventure or looking for a place to unwind, you will feel at home with us. We offer amenities and activities for everyone, from hiking and playing gaga ball to lounging by the pool or telling stories by the campfire.  Come and experience the magic of Montana at Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday. Create memories that will last a lifetime, and let this campground near West Yellowstone be a part of your journey. Our friendly staff can't wait to welcome you!Ways to Stay When you want to take in all the sights and sounds of Southern Montana while having the comforts of home, our campground is the place to be. We offer a variety of ways to camp, making it easier than ever to experience the excursion you have been dreaming of. Whether you are planning a trip on your own or , Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday offers all the space and amenities to create lasting memories. Here is a brief look at our ways to stay: RV Sites: There are several  available. Big-rig friendly sites and sites perfect for someone with a shorter rig are located all over the park. Some even include comfortable patio space for lounging outdoors.Cabins: can accommodate between four to six people. Deluxe Cabins feature a full bathroom with full or partial kitchens, along with other amenities. Camping Cabins do not have bathrooms or kitchens, but they provide a cozy environment you will love. Tent Sites: Choose between three types of Tent Sites. They are perfect for , and also offer tables and fire pits. They are located near restrooms, stores, and the playground area and offer trees, picnic tables, and fire pits. Tent Village sites also include a covered central area for cooking, eating and relaxing.If you're looking for a different lodging option, check out just a mile down the road for another comfortable contemporary option. Want to learn a bit more about the experience you could have camping at our campground near West Yellowstone? Let's take a look at the endless possibilities you have at your disposal with our friendly staff by your side. RV Park Near Yellowstone West EntranceWhen you park your RV at Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday, you can choose from several Back-In or Pull-Thru RV Sites. Our spacious sites offer many features with opportunities for full hookups with 50-, 30- or 20-amp electricity connections. Spend your days eating lunch at the picnic table or looking up a the stars around the fire pit with a s'mores in your hand. You can even take your comfort to the next level with a unique patio site equipped with a swing and a cement pad for the perfect outdoor lounging area. No matter how you like to camp in your RV, staying at our campground will ensure it is a memorable visit. Each of our sites allows pets and is surrounded by trees, giving your entire family access to adequate shade and privacy. Plus, your reservation offers total access to all and activities to ensure you have everything you need and to keep your schedule jam-packed. Cabin Camping in West Yellowstone Cabins are an excellent way to appreciate the beauty of the outdoors while getting comforts like a roof over your head for the night. During your trip to West Yellowstone, you can reserve a Deluxe Cabin or a Camping Cabin at Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday. Deluxe Cabins feature a full bath with shower and a partial or full kitchen. They sleep up to four people and are situated around the edges of the campground for privacy and an excellent view. Camping Cabins provide a more rustic experience with nearby access to public restrooms, showers and our Kamping Kitchen. Tent Camping in West YellowstoneBring your tent, tent trailer or rooftop tent to our campground and get a peaceful and relaxing camping experience among beautiful scenery. Our campground is home to several individual campsites, offering convenient spots to set up camp for a few nights beneath the stars. Choose a site located on a grass or gravel pad and take advantage of convenient access to water and electric hookups at some of the sites. These utilities make it easy to get outside and enjoy nature — while still staying comfortable.Get closer to nature than ever before by staking a tent at Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday. We make it possible for all your loved ones to enjoy the great Montana landscape with pet-friendly Tent Sites and our unique six tent villages. It is a family-friendly environment you will never want to leave! What Amenities Does Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Offer?Camping is a fantastic way to get out of the house for a couple of days, spending time with friends and family and creating fantastic memories you will look back on for years to come. While getting out into nature, breathing the fresh air and soaking up the sun are already some of the best things you can do, our campground staff is focused on creating a comfortable and exciting environment. They are friendly and accommodating and have equipped every campsite with a fire ring, Wi-Fi, Cable TV and options of 50 max amp electric connections. Whether you are looking to relax or get your blood pumping, Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday  to help you achieve all your camping goals. Go for a ride with one of our bike rentals, hang out by our seasonal pool, enjoy a hearty breakfast or dinner at ,  or grab some coffee at for a getaway that checks all your boxes. Some other unique offerings we provide for campers include: Heated indoor poolKampK9® dog park Jumping PillowGaga PitLocal Montana souvenirsFresh fudgePavilionLaundry room Propane Things to Do When Camping Near West YellowstoneThere is no such thing as a boring day when you camp with us in West Yellowstone — we have filled our location with tons of activities to help you create an overflowing itinerary. On the days you want to branch out from our campground, you will have countless options for exciting adventures in surrounding areas. Wildlife, stunning views, delicious food and relaxing recreation await. Here are just a few of our recommendations:Yellowstone National Park: Away from the crowds, but close to the , our campground is the perfect place to start your adventure in this incredible natural wonderland. Within the park, you will find an endless array of stunning landscapes, including geysers, hot springs, waterfalls and wildlife.Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center: This is a must-see  of all ages. The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center offers an up-close look at grizzly bears and gray wolves, including educational exhibits and live demonstrations.Museum of the Yellowstone: Discover the  region at this fascinating museum in the historic Union Pacific Depot. Exhibits include Native American history, western art and geology.Red Rock Lakes Refuge: Continue your wildlife exploration with a visit to this beautiful national wildlife refuge. The wetlands are surrounded by rugged mountains,  for populations of trumpeter swans.Hiking and biking: The area surrounding the campground is filled with scenic trails perfect for hiking and biking. Take a leisurely ride along the Madison River or challenge yourself on one of the nearby mountain trails.Fishing: With the Madison River just minutes away, fishing enthusiasts will have no shortage of opportunities to cast their lines and catch some trout.Horseback Riding: Experience the area's beauty on horseback with a guided trail ride through the surrounding mountains and forests.Shopping and dining: The town of West Yellowstone offers a variety of shopping and dining options, including unique boutiques, souvenir shops and restaurants serving everything from classic American fare to international cuisine. Grand Teton National Park: After exploring the beauty of Yellowstone, take a trip to its neighboring park. The Teton Range , serene landscapes and river exploration. Gold Rush Ghost Towns: Experience a  with a visit to this location in Virginia, Montana. The houses and buildings are well-preserved, creating an excellent glimpse into the past.No matter your interests, Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday is the perfect base camp for your Montana adventure. Book your stay today and get ready to explore all the amazing things this area has to offer!Book a Stay at Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday TodayYellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday is the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike! Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Montana and discover the local attractions of West Yellowstone during the day and unwind and relax by the campfire at night. Don't wait any longer to  to Yellowstone Park / West Gate KOA Holiday. Book your stay today and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Montana!

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4.5 Access
4.4 Location
3.6 Cleanliness
3.3 Site Quality
3.4 Noise

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Verizon 4G/5G

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Reviewed by
phil.parnell

  • 2 Reviews
  • 4 Helpful
August 01, 2014
Rated 4.0

Our stay in Tent Village was great. This was our first KOA stop on our trip and they certainly spoiled us compared to our other stops. Loved the indoor pool after a hot day in Yellowstone. Staff was very friendly, and the store stayed open late.

4 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
KailaRain

  • 14 Reviews
  • 5 Helpful
June 25, 2015
Rated 4.0

We stayed in one of the little cabins. It was the perfect space for people who don't have tons of camping gear but still want to "rough it" The larger cot/bed was surprisingly comfortable and very solid.
This was still close enough to make visits into the Park very convenient.Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The fire pit made for a perfect opportunity to roast marshmallows after a long day out.
Bathrooms and showers were clean and easy to access.
We did get to hear some wolves our first night out which made me very happy to have nice solid walls around us while still getting the true Montana feel.

2 people found this review helpful
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Campendium

August 20, 2016
Rated

Our site #89 was perfect! Seriously, if you have a big rig, like privacy and don't mind hwy noise we had the most ideal spot. It is located right on the corner of the park and you can back up pretty much as far as you want. Beats any of the pull thrus I saw throughout the park. Our spot only had w/e hookups but there are 2 dump stations on the way out of the park so we didn't have any issues.

Since this park is so close to the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park the turn over rate is insane. Every night we had a new neighbor so I would suggest booking in advance if you want a good spot for a longer stay.

The staff were all extremely friendly, they have dinner and breakfast everyday, the showers were fine, they make homemade fudge served in the front office, tons of Yellowstone gifts in the front and fire wood.

Like I said the place was packed while we were there and it being a KOA of course the pool was too. It is indoors, heated and pretty big with a hot tub on the side. Minus the crowd, we loved it.

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Nightly Rate: -

Days Stayed: 7

Site Number: 89

5 Access
5 Location
4 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
4 Noise
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Reviewed by
Campendium

August 17, 2017
Rated

5 nights, July 2017

A problem with our new Victron Lithium system forced us to abort our cross-country trip to Toronto, Ontario and find a full hookup site somewhere a few hours away from Bozeman, MT, so we decided to visit Yellowstone and the Tetons! We called a few hours ahead to determine if there was availability, and to our surprise in the height of summer, there was a site available for the nights we were there! Overall while we were happy that we had a place to stay, we would not camp here again as the sites were cramped and difficult to back into, though of course I will admit that it is still better than a parking lot RV park.

Next time we'll plan ahead better and make reservations at the dry camping national park campgrounds within the park.

Pros
- Availability, Location, Strong Verizon signal with external antenna (-65dBm ~ 5 bars LTE).
- They seem to have every imaginable amenity, if you're into those things.
- Grass and tress between sites.

Cons
- A bit cramped in the back section of the park, and difficult to back into the spot if there is a vehicle in the opposing site. With our SUV we still had to pull partially into the parking strip of the site across from us, and another person with a large pickup truck was inches away from swiping my SUV when backing up into his spot across from us.
- Cramped parking on your strip - you basically just park on the grass - many people don't understand that they need to park OFF the main road, so pulling out of your site is a pain too.
- Holy moly $67/night?!

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Nightly Rate: $67.00

Days Stayed: 5

Site Number: Non-deluxe full hookup

5 Access
5 Location
3 Cleanliness
2 Site Quality
3 Noise

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Verizon 4G

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Reviewed by
kirkschulz

  • 15 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
July 30, 2018
Rated

We stay frequently at KOA's with our Airstream Camper - so we expect there to be many RV's in pretty tight quarters.

Many of the sites were NOT level - and even though we used leveling blocks I would ensure that I came prepared for uneven campsites. Also - while the park advertises "Big Rig" friendly - I watched several Class A motorhomes struggle to get into and out of the sites.

The next time we go to Yellowstone NP we will probably look at other RV camping options.

The staff were very friendly and helpful.

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Nightly Rate: -

Days Stayed: 4

Site Number: -

3 Access
4 Location
- Cleanliness
3 Site Quality
4 Noise
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Reviewed by
Campendium

August 18, 2019
Rated

Very bad place. Is very expensive. 116 dollars one night. Bad toilet, showers. No WiFi. People at the reception were not nice! Never again.

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Nightly Rate: $116.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: A25

1 Access
3 Location
1 Cleanliness
3 Site Quality
3 Noise
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Reviewed by
Campendium

August 23, 2019
Rated

We stayed her during our cross country trip from NY so see Yellowstone so we wanted a place closeby. It was about ten minutes to the Westgate entrance of the park. The sites were very cramped and no wifi . Other than that, we were very pleased with the campground. Their amenities made up for some of that frustration.
We had a back- in with water and electric but it was a tight fit for our 24ft trailor w/slideouts and we had nowhere to park our truck without the front end being on the neighbor's site. There are pull thru's there (not available when we booked), but again, not very big. Our site was close to the back row, pretty close to the highway, so consider that noise if you're a light sleeper. That's why our noise rating was low.
They had amenities that we enjoyed...a little coffee stand outside, an outdoor restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner, laundry facilities, playground, miniature golf and they fill propane if needed as well. The propane took a long time (about 20mins to fill one tank) but it was convenient to have. There is a very small fenced dog park if you own a dog. The dumpstation didn't have an open spicket to hook up a hose for our black tank flush valve, just a small hose to rinse your sewer line. Overall, we were happy with this campground and would stay again.

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Nightly Rate: $90.00

Days Stayed: 3

Site Number: 82

5 Access
5 Location
4 Cleanliness
2 Site Quality
2 Noise

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Campendium

August 29, 2019
Rated

One redeeming factor was close to Yellowstone! Way to damn much for cost!!!! They over charge by a lot and give very little! It’s a good campground but the price causes me to give it 3 stars!

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Nightly Rate: $97.00

Days Stayed: 2

Site Number: 37

5 Access
4 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
4 Noise

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Reviewed by
Campendium

February 13, 2021
Rated

Don’t waste your money. We stayed one night and will never stay again.

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Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: -

1 Access
3 Location
1 Cleanliness
1 Site Quality
1 Noise

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Campendium

May 20, 2021
Rated

Campsites are very nice with concrete pad and a porch swing. If you don’t intend to use WiFi or bathrooms you will probably have a nice visit. However, for the price I expected more.

Bathrooms: Showers are terrible! No shower head, temperature fluctuates constantly. There is no ventilation so it gets so steamy inside the bathrooms that you can’t breathe. They also seemed rather dirty to me.

WiFi: non-existent, again if you don’t need it no problem. We have a hotspot with Verizon though and had plenty of service to run simultaneously Zoom calls. T-Mobile service was 1 bar with a booster.

Playground and Mini-golf were very nice, the kids loved it.

Staff: very inconsistent! The lady who checked us in and helped us with a last minute accommodation was amazing. The gentleman who showed us to our site was also very helpful. I was very disappointed with the person who appeared to be the manager. He bad mouthed another local RV park, was very dismissive when I was asking for assistance with our reservations and completely inflexible. Sadly, it was in front of several of the other staff.

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Nightly Rate: $76.00

Days Stayed: 4

Site Number: -

5 Access
4 Location
1 Cleanliness
4 Site Quality
4 Noise

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Yellowstone Park - West Gate KOA Holiday

3305 Targhee Pass Hwy PO Box 348
West Yellowstone, Montana
59758-9521 USA
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Longest Vehicle Length Reported
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280
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