Ennis, MT

West Fork Madison Campground

Availability

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About this spot

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.

Typical weather

West Fork Madison River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for West Fork Madison River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.35°JJanuary: average water temperature 35°F35°FFebruary: average water temperature 35°F37°MMarch: average water temperature 37°F40°AApril: average water temperature 40°F45°MMay: average water temperature 45°F53°JJune: average water temperature 53°F60°JJuly: average water temperature 60°F61°AAugust: average water temperature 61°F57°SSeptember: average water temperature 57°F48°OOctober: average water temperature 48°F40°NNovember: average water temperature 40°F35°DDecember: average water temperature 35°F

Water: Madison River at Kirby Ranch nr Cameron MT (USGS 06038800)

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