Bridge Bay Campground

Bridge Bay Campground is a camping facility in Yellowstone National Park with over 400 sites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings located directly on Yellowstone Lake. The grounds sit at approximately 7,800 feet elevation and provide visitors with access to the lake's shore and the park's natural features.

Construction of the campground began in the early 1970s to accommodate growing visitor numbers exploring Yellowstone's geothermal features. The facility's development reflected the park's modernization to better support tourism.

The campground sits along Yellowstone Lake and serves as a gathering place where visitors connect with the park's wilderness and natural environment. Its location near the water and mountains makes it a focal point for people seeking direct contact with the park's landscape.

The campground provides standard facilities including flush toilets, drinking water stations, and designated waste disposal areas. The best time to visit is from late June through mid-September when the facility operates.

Elk and bison regularly wander through the camping area, particularly during early morning and late evening hours. The adjacent marina provides direct access to North America's largest high-elevation freshwater lake, making this location especially appealing for boaters and anglers.