Tom Miner campground
Tom Miner
The campground offers a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. It also has several hiking trails nearby, including the Tom Miner Creek Trail and the nearby Yellowstone River.
The Tom Miner Camping Area is first-come-first-serve and has nine campsites available. One interesting fact about the area is that it was named after Tom Miner, a famous gold miner who discovered gold in the area in the late 1800s.
The best time of year to visit the Tom Miner Camping Area is between June and September. During this time, the weather is warm, and the average temperatures range between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather, as the area is known for its unpredictable climate.
Overall, the Tom Miner Camping Area is an excellent choice for those looking for a peaceful and scenic camping experience in Montana's stunning wilderness.
What's on-site at Tom Miner
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tom Miner, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Miner Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tom Minor Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wf2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Dailey Creek | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| We7 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tom Miner -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone River At Corwin Springs Mt | 5,030 cfs | → |
| Gardner River Near Mammoth Ynp | 282 cfs | → |
| Boiling River At Mammoth | 25 cfs | → |
| Madison River Bl Hebgen Lake Nr Grayling Mt | 449 cfs | → |
| Gallatin River Near Gallatin Gateway Mt | 1,140 cfs | → |
| Hyalite C At Hyalite R S Nr Bozeman Mt | 52 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tom Miner -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrot Basin | 42.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Carrot Basin | 41.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Beaver Creek | 3.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Beaver Creek | 4.0 in | -3.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Shower Falls | 40.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Shower Falls | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Carbella Boat Ramp
- Old Yellowstone Trail Park County
- Daily Lake Road Park County
- Murphy Lane Park County
- Quake Lake Boat Launch
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- North Entrance Webcam
- Electric Peak Webcam
- Officer's Row Webcam
- Travertine Terraces & Parade Ground Webcam
- Albright Visitor Center
- Apollinaris Spring
Paddle runs
- Gallatin Canyon, Sec. 19, T4s, R4e To Yellowstone National Park, Sec. 27, T9s, R5e
- Gallatin Forest Boundary, Sec. 32, T7s, R7e To Yellowstone National Park, Sec. 23, T9s, R8e
- Yankee Jim Canyon (Joe Brown To Miner)
- Begins Where The River Parallels A Two-Lane Highway To The Western Boundary Of Yellowstone National Park
- The Headwaters, In The Gallatin Range To Ends Downstream Of Osprey Falls
- Moose To Storm Castle
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tom Miner as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tom Miner
Can I make reservations at Tom Miner?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tom Miner?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tom Miner.