KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From Yellowstone: 7.5 miles west of West Yellowstone, MT and the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park on US Hwy 20.
From Idaho: 1.5 miles east of the MT/ID border on US Hwy 20 - next to Mountain Vista Hotel.
GPS: N44.6866. W111.251811
*Please note that this KOA Journey is 1.5 miles west of the Yellowstone Park/ West Gate KOA also on US Hwy 20
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Yellowstone Park / Mountainside KOA Journey is the perfect basecamp for exploring. After a restful night in your RV or cabin, let Great American Tour Company pick you up right from the campground for a guided journey through Yellowstone's most stunning sights. Use our exclusive code: YELLKOAMJ at checkout on their website for 20% off your tour and make your adventure even more memorable.
Celebrate America's big birthday bash this Independence Day at our KOA in West Yellowstone! Independence Day Weekend (July 3–5, 2026) is also a National Park Fee-Free weekend, making it the perfect time to explore Yellowstone before or after the festivities.
We're packing the long weekend with classic campground fun and family-friendly activities on site, including a Junior Ranger Passport kickoff for kids, crafts, scavenger hunts, old-fashioned games, and a patriotic parade. Guests can enjoy mini donuts for purchase, join in all-American field day games and creative craft stations, and end each evening gathered around the campfire with s'mores. The celebration wraps up Sunday with a thank-a-ranger card activity and a Care Camp clean-up challenge, creating a festive and meaningful holiday weekend in the great outdoors near Yellowstone National Park. Check out the attached schedule for more information. Sites are filling up fast, book your stay today!
The West Yellowstone Rodeo offers an authentic Western experience just outside West Yellowstone, Montana. Held from mid-June through mid-August, performances occur 5 to 6 days a week. Attendees can witness traditional rodeo events such as bareback riding, team roping, saddle bronc riding, breakaway roping, bull riding, and a special "calf scramble" for children. Book your stay today and take part in this exciting event!
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