News Release

Water temporarily unavailable in Yellowstone’s Madison area during system repair

Park road sign at Madison Junction

NPS / Jacob W. Frank

News Release Date: September 6, 2023

Contact: Linda Veress, [phone]

• Flush toilets and running water are temporarily unavailable in the Madison area, located 14 miles east of the West Entrance, while teams repair the water system. Areas without water include:
  • Madison Campground
  • Madison Comfort Station
  • Government housing area
• The park is working to provide temporary restrooms, handwashing stations and potable water at the campground, comfort station and government area.
• The campground, picnic area and Madison Information Station will remain open.
• The outage is expected to last at least five days and updates will be provided when available.