Madison River between Ennis and Quake LakeAug 1-4, 2007. We are staying in Grizzly RV-Park in West Yellowstone, Montana just out the west gate of Yellowstone National Park. We stayed in a different site every night because we did not have reservations and at this time of year they are FULL. The only way we got to stay there for 4-nights was to move into cancellation sites. The rates range from around $37 to $47 depending on a variety of things but generally back in sites were cheaper than pull-thru sites. Then they charge $4 for wifi. I suppose the pull-thru sites are a bit larger so the BIG rigs would probably be forced into one of them. Grizzly is a nice park, the nicest campground in the area. Bottom line is if you are planning to visit WEST YELLOWSTONE during July thru Aug-15 you need a reservation as every campground in the area is FULL. After August 15 you can have your choice of campgrounds with no reservations.
Bluff on the Madison River
We are moving the motorhome from the Ennis, Montana area to West Yellowstone, Montana on US 287. About 10-miles north of the intersection of SR-87, US 287 begins to get closer to the Madison River. In this picture, Joyce has captured the bluff running along the west side of the Madison River. Keep in mind that the Madison River is one of three rivers (Madison, Gallatin & Jefferson) that meet at Three Forks, Montana and form the "Headwaters of the Missouri". From there the Missouri River forms the longest river in the United States. The Madison River rises in Yellowstone National Park and flows around 100-miles before becoming the Missouri River.
Bridge over the Madison River
The closer we get to the intersection of SR 87 the more evidence of civilization we see. Here is a little bridge across the Madison River.
The Madison River is a popular fly fishing river
Fly fishermen are regularly seen in and on the Madison River.
Nice Ranches bordering the Madison River downstream from Hebgen Lake in Montana
Nice ranches come into view. Many, like this one are subdividing and creating fancy neighborhoods.
Madison River downstream from Hebgen Lake in Montana
This area of the Madison River is one of the best trout fishing rivers in America.
These pictures are being taken in an area of the Madison River located about 10-miles west of Hebgen Lake and abour 40-miles south of Ennis, Montana. Keep in mind that we are traveling south on US-287.
Drift boat fishermen on the Madison River in Montana
Look closely and you can spot a drift boat with fly fishermen near the center of this picture.
Drift boats and fly fishermen on the Madison River
The boats and fly fishermen are easier to spot in this picture.
Ranch land bordering the Madison River in Montana
Beautiful ranch land borders the Madison River.
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Until next time remember how good life is. Mike & Joyce Hendrix
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