Bridge Bay
Lake Village, Yellowstone National Park
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Bridge Bay Campground was named for its proximity to Bridge Bay Marina on Yellowstone Lake. The area is quite scenic, with wooded areas, open meadows and some limited views of the lake. Because of its location, the campground is popular with fishing and boating enthusiasts. The campground offers open sites with few trees or shadier options in the wooded upper loops of the campground. The location is within sight of the western shoreline of Yellowstone Lake, and at 7,800 feet in elevation.
The restrooms were always clean and had toilet paper. The camp staff were very helpful and nice. They told us about the nightly shows they had at the auditorium and gave us information on nearby things to do. This campsite is surrounded by Yellowstone Lake and is very peaceful. There is a nearby store at the Yellowstone Lake's boat dock that has basic necessities. The front office sells fire wood.
Yellowstone is very spread out and this camp ground is not close to many of the restaurants, ice cream, or other amenities that you would find near Mammoth Hot Springs and Old Faithful. If you are looking for a remote area than this is for you. Courtesy of tripadvisor.com
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Yellowstone National Park Itinerary
This Yellowstone National Park Itinerary will help you get started as you plan your vacation to Yellowstone National Park.
https://www.justgotravelstudios.com/collections/national-park-itineraries/products/yellowstone-national-park-itinerary?ref=9zpxis0diinBackcountry Conditions - Yellowstone National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
This page provides a map and details conditions of trail status, closures, and known hazards.
https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/situationreport.htmBridge Bay Campground - Yellowstone National Park Lodges
The scenic Bridge Bay Campground has wooded areas, meadows, and views of Yellowstone Lake. A favorite with fishing and boating enthusiasts.
https://www.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com/lodgings/camping/bridge-bay-campground/
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Directions
From Lake Village, Yellowstone National Park
- Head south (138 ft)
- Turn rightMay be closed at certain times or days(0.8 mi)
- Turn left onto Hwy 20 WParts of this road may be closed at certain times or days(1.9 mi)
- Turn right (0.2 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the right(49 ft)
The location is within sight of the western shoreline of Yellowstone Lake, and at 7,800 feet in elevation.
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