Campground List

CAMPGROUND NAME: Baker's Hole

VISIT DATE: 07/22/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or  make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From West Yellowstone, MT, take US Rt. 191 north 2.6 miles to
campground sign.  Turn right into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance to the Yellowstone National Park is about 
3 miles south of campground.

The campground is a series of overlapping unnamed loops meandering 
beside the Madison River with some camp sites overlooking the water.  
Beyond the river is a grass prairie and a magnificent view of the 
peaks in Yellowstone National Park.  Lodgepole pine provide some 
shade.  Wildlife can be observed on or near the river to include 
heron.  Firewood is available for a fee.  Bear-proof food containers 
are available throughout campground.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  
A food storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; 
check fee board for details.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 2 through September 27 - weather dependent.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - no hookups
$35 per day - w/ electric hookups

NOTE: No discount on electric surcharge.

Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 72
   
   Total Sites: 72

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 72
No. Grilles on Sites: 72
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 33

No. RV Pull Throughs: 12
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments

Comments:
The Parking aprons are gravel.  The campground accommodates 
any size RV, especially at pull-through camp sites.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 12
  No. Threaded: 10

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING - No

FISHING   
German Brown, Rainbow trout and Utah Chubs
Accessible fishing dock available

CAMPGROUND NAME: Battleridge

VISIT DATE: 07/31/1997

UPDATE DATE: 6/15/2024

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bozeman

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
In Bozeman, MT, take State Rt. 86 (Rouse Ave.), off US Rt. 191,
north 20.9 miles to campground sign.  Turn right into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,000 ft.

The campground is pack it in, pack it out and is located at top of
Bridger Canyon along a hillside in a stand of mature pines.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes

Seasonal Comment:
Services provided June 1 through September 15.
Access is weather dependent.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
   
   Total Sites: 13

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 54'

Comments:
Parking aprons are grass and dirt. There are two RV waste stations 
available for a fee in Bozeman: Conoco gas station 5 miles west of Bozeman 
at intersection of US Rt. 191 and State Rts. 84/85; Sunrise campground 
(private) on Frontage Rd. just east of Bozeman.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
   No. Threaded: 0

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING - No

FISHING - No

CAMPGROUND NAME: Beaver Creek

VISIT DATE: 07/24/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From West Yellowstone, MT, take US Rt. 191/287 north for 9.2
miles to where US Rt. 287 branches off.  Turn left, following US
Rt.287, and go 15.8 miles to campground sign.  Turn left at sign
and go 0.6 miles to campground entrance.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 26.3 miles 
south of campground.

The campground is composed of three loops - A, B and C and located 
on the eastern end of Earthquake Lake.  Overall, the campground is 
composed of Englemann spruce, Lodgepole pines and Aspen tree groves 
along with large fields of wildflowers.  There are several Lilly pod 
covered ponds in Loop A.  This loop has good privacy and ample shade.  
Loop B is located along hilltop and has more Aspen than pine and the 
best views of surrounding mountains.  Even the vaults in this loop 
have great views.  Loop C is closest to Earthquake Lake, but none of 
the sites have a view of the lake, short walk required.  The longest 
parking aprons will be found in Loop C.  The campground is very 
picturesque and appears well suited for wildlife watching.  Take a 
walk along the lake beside Loop C.  The views of the mountains and 
grassy fields are spectacular.  Bald eagles are visible in a large 
nest in the middle of Earthquake Lake below the campground.  Osprey 
and their nests are visible.  Firewood is available for a fee.  Bear 
proof food storage boxes can be found throughout campground.

A must visit is the Forest Service's Earthquake Lake Visitor Center, 
3.7 miles west of campground, on the other end of the lake.  It tells 
the story of the earthquake of 1959 that formed Earthquake Lake.  
Viewing the 80 million tons of rock and dirt that tumbled down to 
form the dam creating the lake, is both awesome and terrifying.  A 
donation is requested.

Note:  This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  
A food storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; 
check fee board for details.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27 - weather dependent.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 62
   
   Total Sites: 63

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 63
No. Grilles on Sites: 63
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 33'

Comments:
Parking aprons are grass and gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 12
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
Only wheelchair friendly toilets located in Loop B & C.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
There is no boating access to Earthquake Lake from the
campground.  However, there is boat ramp 0.5 miles west of
campground on US Rt. 287.

HIKING
There are some unmarked trails close to Loop C on the lake side.

FISHING   
Although a short walk, German Brown and Rainbow trout and Utah
Chubs are available in Earthquake Lake.  The same fish can be
caught at the nearby Hebgen Reservoir.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Cabin Creek

VISIT DATE: 07/24/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or  make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From West Yellowstone, MT, take US Rts. 191/287 north 9.2 miles
to where US Rt. 287 branches off.  Turn left, following Rt. 287,
and go 14.1 miles to campground sign.  Turn right into
campground.

NOTE: There is little warning for campground entrance.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park is 24 miles 
south of campground.

The campground is a single loop in a stand of pine trees with a 
wildflower and grass understory.  It is located about half way 
between Hebgen Reservoir and Earthquake Lake.  It is across from 
Madison River in a valley among mature pines and Douglas fir.  
Cabin Creek runs alongside campground.  This campground is best 
suited for tent campers and pop-up trailers.  Firewood is 
available for a fee and a couple of bear proof food storage 
containers are located within the campground.  Campfire Lodge 
Resort is nearby offering fly-fishing supplies, limited groceries, 
a cook's night out, and other services.

A must visit is the Forest Service's Earthquake Lake Visitor 
Center, 5.3 miles west of campground, on the other end of the lake.  
It tells the story of the earthquake of 1959 that formed Earthquake 
Lake.  Viewing the 80 million tons of rock and dirt that tumbled 
down to form the dam creating the lake, is both awesome and 
terrifying.  A donation is requested.

Note:  This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.  
A food storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; 
check fee board for details.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27 - weather dependent.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
   
   Total Sites: 15

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 20' X 25'

Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
  No. Threaded: 0

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Cabin Creek Trail No. 207 - 6 miles (foot and horse)
   Trail head into Cabin Creek backpacking area

FISHING
Fishing is available in nearby Hebgen Reservoir and Earthquake
Lake - German Brown and Rainbow trout and Utah Chubs.  
Cabin Creek has Rainbow and Brown trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: Canyon

VISIT DATE: 04/19/2007

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Gardiner

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Gardiner, MT take US Rt 89 north 12.9 miles to campground on
right.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5100 ft.

The campground is 19.8 miles from north entrance of Yellowstone
National Park.

This pack it in, pack it out campground, located across the
highway from Yellowstone River, features large boulders that
separate campsites and provide some privacy.  Douglas fir and
juniper provides some shade for campers.  There is some traffic
noise from Rt. 89.  The campground has two sections.  One
section, to the left of the campground's fee board, is a spur
dead-ending in a tight turn around.  With some Douglas fir, sites
in this section enjoy the most shade.  The other section, to the
right of the fee board, is a large loop and has the campground's
tent-only campsites.  With fewer tries this section is more open
and sunny.  The campground is located in the rugged and beautiful
Yankee Jim Canyon.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.

Possible day trips from the campground are Yellowstone National
Park, the community of Gardiner, MT, and rafting on the
Yellowstone River.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
   
   Total Sites: 15

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 10 X 40'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.  An RV waste station with potable
water is available for a fee at Yellowstone RV Park.  It is
located at the north end of Gardiner, between mile markers 1 and 2
on US Rt. 89.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0

WATER SPORTS
Rafting is possible in the Yellowstone River; contact the
Gardiner District for outfitters.

HIKING
Joe Brown trail #381 (foot and horse) - 14 miles is nearby.

     Provides access to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness

FISHING   
Brown, Rainbow, and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish available in
the Yellowstone River.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Chisholm

VISIT DATE: 07/31/1997

UPDATE DATE: 11/5/2024

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bozeman

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Bozeman, MT, at the intersection of US Hwy 191 and 19th Ave., take 
19th Ave (State Rt. 345) off Main St., south 7.1 miles to Hyalite 
Canyon sign (Forest Rt. 62).  Turn left onto Rt. 62 and go 11 miles 
to campground sign.  Turn right into campground.

NOTE:  Last 1.3 miles are gravel.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,700 ft.

The campground is a single loop, adjacent to Hyalite Reservoir located 
in a thick grove of conifers including Lodgepole pine and a few types 
of spruce.  While many of the campsites overlook the reservoir, a couple 
of them back up on a creek running along the north side of campground  
Located furthest from the Hyalite Dam, access to the water's edge may 
require a long walk.  Privacy between campsite is good.  Firewood 
available for a fee.

Possible day trip is Palisade Falls via Palisade Falls trail, #433 at 
GPS Coordinates N45 28.1152, W110 56.3442.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  Bear proof 
food storage containers are scattered around the campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 20 through September 19

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day 
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
   
   Total Sites: 10

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 44'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.  There are two waste stations available for a fee
in Bozeman: Conoco gas station 5 miles west of Bozeman at 
intersection of US Rt. 191 and State Rts. 84/85; and Sunrise
campground (private) on Frontage Rd. just east of Bozeman.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
Water spigot is hand pump.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Hyalite Reservoir is 300 acres.  No wake lake.  Nice canoeing
lake.

HIKING
Wildhorse Creek Trail - 3 miles

FISHING   
Arctic Grayling and Cutthroat trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: Colter

VISIT DATE: 07/21/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cooke City

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Cooke City, MT, take US Rt. 212 east 1.5 miles to campground 
sign.  Turn left at sign into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,560 ft.

NOTE: (1) The Northeast Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 
5.5 miles west of campground.  (2) Only hard-sided RVs are permitted - 
no tents

The campground is located off and above the 68-mile Beartooth Scenic 
Byway (US Rt. 212), affording a spectacular view of high snowcapped 
mountains.  It has two unnamed sections, a spur and a loop.  The loop 
winds around a hilltop and sites in this section have outstanding 
views of the surrounding mountains but little shade.  The spur section 
stretches around a large grass and wildflower meadow with campsites 
tucked in tall Lodgepole pines and Englemann spruce.  Although these 
campsites do not have the 360 degree views, they do enjoy ample shade 
and privacy that a couple might consider them to be "Honeymoon sites."  
Separation between campsites provides good to excellent privacy 
throughout campground.

Possible daytrips are Yellowstone National Park and Beartooth and Chief 
Joesph Scenic Highways.  These two scenic byways have some of the most 
beautiful mountain views in the country.  Cooke City is nearby for a 
cooks-night-out.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. A food 
storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; check fee 
board for details.  Bear proof food storage boxes for the campers to 
store food stuff are located  at each campsite.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open July 1 through September 7 - weather dependent 

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 17
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
   
   Total Sites: 17

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 42'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.  There are waste stations available 
for a fee in back of the Chamber of Commerce in Red Lodge, MT and at 
Painter Outpost, 4 Van Dyke Rd. Cody, WY.  A threaded RV water fill-up 
spigot is located between campsites 16 and 17.  Note: Exiting the loop 
may be a challenge for large motorhomes.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
  No. Threaded: 1 

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING - No

FISHING - No

CAMPGROUND NAME: Eagle Creek

VISIT DATE: 07/19/1997

UPDATE DATE:  1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Gardiner

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or  make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Gardiner, MT, just before the Yellowstone River bridge, take Jardine 
Rd. (sign says "Jardine-5") 2.2 miles to campground sign on left.

NOTE: The elevation gain from Gardiner to the campground is 760 ft on 
a dirt and gravel road with a washboard surface and two hairpin turns.  

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,720 ft.

NOTE: The North Entrance (Roosevelt Arch) to Yellowstone National Park 
is 3 miles south of campground.

This rustic pack it in, pack it out campground features breathtaking 
vistas of the northern side of Yellowstone National Park.  It includes 
views of Mammoth and Electric mountains, Mammoth Hot Springs, and 
Beartooth-Absaroka Wilderness.  The campground has two spurs.  The 
main spur continues straight ahead to a dead end with a small 
turn-around (see RV comments).  The second spur goes off to the right 
and leads to six horse corrals and two campsites.  Horses are permitted 
only in the latter area.

Eagle Creek runs through part of the campground and is a possible source 
of stock water.  Many of the tent-only campsites can accommodate pop-up 
tent trailers.  The campground is part of the Yellowstone bison's winter 
range.  Summer brings elk in to graze on grass in the campground and the 
surrounding hillsides.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. A food 
storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; check fee 
board for details.  Bear boxes for the campers to stow food stuff are 
located throughout the campground.

Possible daytrips are Yellowstone National Park,and rafting on the 
Yellowstone River; contact Gardiner Ranger District Office for the 
community of Gardiner, MT outfitters.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day - single
$30 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 15

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
   
   Total Sites: 17

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No

No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping:  Yes

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See Comments

Comments:
The parking areas at the campsites are grassy and open field-like - 
not clearly designated.  Leveling at most campsites might be a 
challenge.  The turn radius of the main spur's dead-end limits 
motorhomes to no longer than 30-ft (without a towable).  Unhooking 
towed vehicle before committing to the main spur, is recommended.  
Travel trailers longer than 25 ft. should not attempt negotiating 
the main spur turn-around.  An RV dump station with potable water 
is available, for a fee, at Yellowstone RV Park, located at the 
north end of Gardiner, between Mile Marker 1 and 2 on US Rt 89.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0

WATER SPORTS
Rafting is possible on the Yellowstone River; contact the Gardiner 
Ranger District Office for outfitters.

HIKING
There is an unmarked trail.

FISHING - No

CAMPGROUND NAME: Greek Creek

VISIT DATE: 07/28/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Big Sky, MT, at the intersection of State Rt. 64 and US Rt. 191, 
take Rt. 191 north 10.3 miles to campground sign.  Turn either left or 
right into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,600 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 59 miles south 
of campground.

The campground is separated by US Rt. 191. Sites on the west side of 
Rt. 191 overlook Gallatin River and some sites are open with no shade 
with only fair privacy.  Watch rafting parties pass by the campground 
from this side  The campsites on the east side of the Rt. 191 are 
tucked in among majestic conifers with good privacy.  Traffic noise 
can be distracting. Firewood is available for a fee.  Big Sky offers a 
wide range of activities including rafting, bike rentals, golf, summer 
weekend concerts, a cook's night out, and more.  Rafting outfitters are 
available.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  Food 
storage bear proof boxes are available around campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 14
   
   Total Sites: 14

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 43'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
  No. Threaded: 1

Comments:
The threaded spigot is located in the east section and  convenient for 
recreation vehicles

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes

Comments:
Rafting and kayaking on Gallatin River.

HIKING No

FISHING	
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish

CAMPGROUND NAME: Hell's Canyon

VISIT DATE: 07/15/1997

UPDATE DATE: 6/15/2024

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Yellowstone

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Timber

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Big Timber, MT, take State Rt. 298 south 25 miles to end of
paved roadway.  Continue south on gravel road for 15.5 miles to
campground.

NOTE: For last 15.5 miles, road is dirt, rocky and full of
potholes.  Some parts are single lane with turnouts.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,840 ft.

The campground is picturesque, pack it in, pack it out and located 
on a ridge in tall pines.  Boulder Creek can be heard but not seen 
from campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
   
   Total Sites: 11

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 8.5' X 48'

Comments:
Parking aprons are grass.  There is RV waste station available behind 
CM Russell Motel on Interstate 90 (Business) in Big Timber, MT.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING - No

FISHING - No

CAMPGROUND NAME: Hick's Park

VISIT DATE: 07/15/1997

UPDATE DATE: 6/15/2024

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Yellowstone

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Timber

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Big Timber, MT, take State Rt. 298 south 25 miles to the end
of pavement.  Continue south on gravel road for 20.7 miles to
campground.

NOTE: Gravel portion of State Rt. 298 is one lane in places and
rough.  But, it is scenic all the way.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,060 ft.

The campground, pack it in, pack it out, is located in Boulder 
Canyon between the Beartooth and Absaroka Mountain Ranges.  It 
is spread along Boulder Creek with some sites overlooking the 
creek.  Several smaller National Forest Campgrounds (less then 
10 sites) are located along State Rt. 298.  The campground is 
tranquil and picturesque - well worth the long drive.  

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes

Seasonal Comment:
Fee charge when potable water available from 
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
   
   Total Sites: 16

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 21.5' X 50'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.  There is RV waste station available 
behind CM Russell Motel in Big Timber west on Interstate 90 (Business).

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
Water spigot is hand pump.

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Upside Down Trail No. 26
    Lake Plateau - 10 miles (foot, mtn. bike and horse)

FISHING   
Brook, Brown, Cutthroat and Rainbow trout and Mountain Whitefish

CAMPGROUND NAME: Hood Creek

VISIT DATE: 07/31/1997

UPDATE DATE: 11/5/2024

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bozeman

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Bozeman, MT, take 19th Ave. (State Rt. 345) south 7.1 miles 
to Hyalite Canyon (Forest Rt. 62) sign.  Turn left onto Rt. 62 
and go 10.6 miles to campground sign.  Turn right into campground.

NOTE:  Last 0.9 miles is gravel
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,700 ft.

For about a half mile, the campground hugs the steep shoreline of 
Hyalite Reservoir.  The campsites overlook the reservoir and have 
panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.  Most sites are terraced 
or bi-level.  Shade and privacy are provided by conifers including 
Lodgepole and White pine and a few varieties of spruce.  Wildlife that 
might be seen from the campground are wolf, elk, moose, and bear.  
Firewood is available for a fee.

Possible day trip is Palisade Falls via Palisade Falls trail, #433 at 
GPS Coordinates N45 28.1152, W110 56.3442.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  There 
are a few bear proof food storage containers scattered around the 
campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open From May 20 through September 19

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day 
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
   
   Total Sites: 24

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 24
No. Grilles on Sites: 24
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 38'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel and dirt.  Sites 18 to 20 are not 
recommended for rigs with combined length longer than 25 ft.  
There are two waste stations available for a fee in Bozeman: 
Conoco gas station 5 miles west of Bozeman at intersection of 
US Rt. 191 and State Rts. 84/85; and Sunrise campground (private)
on Frontage Rd. just east of Bozeman.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
Water spigot is hand pump.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Hyalite Reservoir is 300 acres and no-wake lake.  Good
canoeing lake.

HIKING
Mystic Lake trail #436 (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 5.5 miles
Wild Horse Creek Trail - 3 miles
Hood Creek trail #456 - 4.6 miles

FISHING   
Arctic Grayling and Cutthroat trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: Langohr

VISIT DATE: 07/31/1997

UPDATE DATE: 11/5/2024

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Bozeman

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Bozeman, MT, at the intersection of US Hwy 191 and 19th Ave., take 
19th Ave. (State Rt. 345) south 7.1 miles to Hyalite Canyon sign 
(Forest Rt. 62).  Turn left onto Rt. 62 and go 6 miles to campground 
sign.  Turn right at sign into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,200 ft.

This attractive campground is in the Hyalite Canyon and stretches beside 
Hyalite Creek.  Most sites overlook the River Willow lined creek.  
Formerly named Langohr Springs campground, the campground built by the 
Civilian Conversation Corp (CCC) in 1938.  Most of the campsites to the 
left of the entrance's are in the open with little shade and grass 
understory.  While the campground side of the creek lacks a lot of trees, 
the opposite side is heavily wooded with a variety of conifers, including 
Lodgepole pine and a few types of spruce.  More campsites to the right of 
the campground's entrance are tucked in among a small stand of conifers 
and enjoy lots of shade.  Separation between campsites to the left of the 
entrance provides excellent privacy while the vegetation on right side 
provides excellent privacy.   Firewood available for a fee. Traffic noise
can be distracting.

Possible day trip is Palisade Falls via Palisade Falls trail, #433 at GPS 
Coordinates N45 28.1152, W110 56.3442.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage technique.  As few bear 
proof food storage boxes are scattered around the campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 19

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
   
   Total Sites: 19

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No

No. Tables on Sites: 19
No. Grilles on Sites: 19
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 30'

Comments:
Parking aprons are paved.  Pull-throughs are large enough to accommodate 
large size RV, however, the turn-around of the right side loop is tight.
There are two waste stations with potable water available 
for a fee in Bozeman - Conoco gas station 5 miles west of Bozeman at 
intersection of US Rt. 191 and State Rts. 84/85 and Sunrise campground 
(private) on Frontage Rd. just east of Bozeman.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
One water spigot is a hand pump

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Langohr Creekside Trail (wheelchair-friendly foot and bicycle) - 0.3 miles

FISHING   
Brook, Rainbow, Brown and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish
Fishing platforms available along Langohr Creekside Trail

CAMPGROUND NAME: Lonesomehurst

VISIT DATE: 07/23/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In West Yellowstone, MT, at the intersection of US Routes 191 and 20, 
take Rt. 20 west 7.2 miles to a campground sign.  Turn right after 
sign and go 3.5 miles to campground.

NOTE:  Last 0.6 miles is gravel.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.

NOTE:   The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 11 miles 
east of campground.

The campground, located on the South Fork of Hebgen Reservoir, 
stretches along the shoreline in a thin stand of Lodgepole pine.  
Most campsites overlook the South Fork where wildlife, such as 
heron and pelican, can be observed.  The campground is popular 
with canoe and kayak enthusiasts who enjoy exploring the reservoir's 
shoreline.  Firewood is available for a fee.

Note:  This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  
A couple of bear proof food storage boxes are located within the 
campground.  A food storage order is in effect from March 1 through 
December 1; check fee board for details.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - no hookups
$35 per day - w/ electric hookups

NOTE: No discount on electric surcharge.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
   
   Total Sites: 26

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No

No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 26
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 4

No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 40'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.  The interior road is rough in places.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
  No. Threaded: 4

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Hebgen Reservoir is 13,000 acres.

HIKING - No

FISHING	
German Brown and Rainbow trout and Utah Chubs

CAMPGROUND NAME: Moose Creek Flat

VISIT DATE: 07/28/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Big Sky, MT, at the intersection State Rt. 64 and US Rt. 191, 
take Rt. 191 north 8.1 miles to campground sign.  Turn left into 
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,700 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 57 miles 
south of campground.

The campground is between the Gallatin River and U.S. Rt. 191 with 
most campsites overlooking the river.  A lack of vegetation, both 
understory and overstory, means there is little shade and only fair 
privacy.  Traffic noise can be distracting  Firewood available for a 
fee.  Big Sky offers a wide range of activities including rafting, 
bike rentals, golf, summer weekend concerts, a cook's night out, and 
more.  Rafting outfitters are available .

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  Food 
storage bear proof boxes are available around campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
   
   Total Sites: 13

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No

No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: 

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.  The campground will accommodate any 
size RV.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes

Comments:
Rafting and kayaking on Gallatin River.

HIKING - No

FISHING	
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish

CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Creek

VISIT DATE: 07/16/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Yellowstone

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Livingston

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
At the intersection of I-90 and US Rt. 89, take Rt. 89 south 3.2 
miles to State Rt. 540 (East River Rd.).  Turn left onto East 
River Rd. and go 7.7 miles to campground sign (Luccock Park Rd.).  
Turn left onto Luccock Park Rd. (paved, single-lane with 
switchbacks) and go 2.7 miles to campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,600 ft.

NOTE: The North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park is 48 miles 
south of campground

The campground, situated in two loops, is located in a rustic 
setting among mature Douglas-fir and spruce trees near Pine Creek.  
In addition to grilles, a few sites have large stone fire rings - 
some with benches around the ring.  The campground was originally 
constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the 
1930s.  The campground is very scenic and should have good fall 
foliage.  The one tent-only campsite is designated as a 
hike-in/bike-in campsite; no parking available for vehicles. 
Berry bushes abound in the campground. Privacy between campsites 
is excellent. Firewood is available for a fee.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  
"Possessing/storing food so bears/wild animals have access will 
result in a fine of up to $5,000 or six months imprisonment or 
both."

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27 - weather dependent

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day 
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25
   
   Total Sites: 26

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 26
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 40'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.  

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
  No. Threaded: 0

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Creekside Trail - 0.5 miles (wheelchair friendly)
Pine Creek Trail - 5.2 miles (to Pine Creek Lake)
   Pine Creek Falls - 1.5 miles

FISHING   
Rainbow and Brown trout and Whitefish

CAMPGROUND NAME: Rainbow Point

VISIT DATE: 07/23/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From West Yellowstone, MT, take US Rts. 191/287 north 4.6 miles to 
Rainbow Point campground sign.  Turn left at sign and go 3.7 miles 
to another campground sign (Forest Rt. 6954).  Turn right onto Rt. 
6954 (dirt) and go 1.8 miles to campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,500 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 11 miles south 
of campground.

The campground, adjacent to Grayling Arm of Hebgen Reservoir, has four 
loops - A, B, C, and D and is in an area heavily wooded with Lodgepole 
pine.  Stretching along a bay on Hebgen Reservoir, all the sites are a 
short walk from the water's edge.  Loop B is available to single families 
or can be used by groups but none of its camp sites can be reserved.  
Camp sites in other loops may be reserved.  Loop C has all the campsites 
with electric hookups.  Loops A and D have better privacy between camp 
sites than found in Loops B and C.  Firewood is available for a fee.

Note:  This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.  At 
least one bear proof food storage box is available on each loop.  A food 
storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; check fee 
board for details. 

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27 - weather dependent.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - no electric hookups
$35 per day - w/ electric hookups

NOTE: No discount on electric surcharge.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 84
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
   
   Total Sites: 84

Tent Pads: No

Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 84
No. Grilles on Sites: 84
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 26

Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 42'

Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel and grass.  There is a waste station 
available for a fee at Rustic Campground (private) in West 
Yellowstone.  An RV water fill station is located at the entrance 
to each loop.   

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 16
  No. Threaded: 2

Comments:
Wheelchair friendly toilets are in Loop A and D.  

WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No

Comments:
Hebgen Reservoir is 13,000 acres.

HIKING - No

FISHING   
German Brown and Rainbow trout and Utah Chubs.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Red Cliff

VISIT DATE: 07/28/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Big Sky, MT, at the intersection of State Rt. 64 and US Rt. 191, 
take Rt. 191 south 6.3 miles to campground sign.  Turn left at sign 
into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,100 ft.

NOTE: The west entrance of Yellowstone National Park is 42 miles 
south of campground.

This attractive campground stretches along the Gallatin River in the 
Gallatin Canyon for 0.5 miles.  The campsites to the right of the 
campground's entrance have electric hookups, ample shade from a 
variety of conifers such as Lodgepole pine and Englemann spruce, and 
excellent privacy.  Sites to the left of the entrance have no hookups 
and less shade.  However, these sites are spacious and widely 
separated so offer good privacy between sites.  Although the Gallatin 
River separates the campground from the highway, there is still some 
traffic noise.  Firewood is available for a fee.  Big Sky offers a wide 
range of activities including rafting, bike rentals, golf, summer 
weekend concerts, a cook's night out, and more.  Rafting outfitters are 
available

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  Food 
storage bear proof boxes are available around campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - no electric hookups
$35 per day - w/ electric hookups

NOTE: No discount on electric surcharge.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 61
   
   Total Sites: 61

Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 61
No. Grilles on Sites: 61
Equestrian Camping: 

RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 25

No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 45'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
  No. Threaded: 1

Comments:
Two spigots, one is threaded, are located near entrance to campground 
in front of dumpsters; easily accessible for filling RV water tanks.

WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes

Comments:
Rafting and kayaking on Gallatin River.

HIKING
Elkhorn Creek Trail (horse & foot) - accesses a network of trails in 
Hyalite Porcupine Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area

FISHING	
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout, Whitefish and Arctic 
Grayling

CAMPGROUND NAME: Snowbank

VISIT DATE: 07/17/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Yellowstone

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Livingston

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
From Livingston, MT, take US Rt. 89 south 2.9 miles to State Rt.
540 (East River Rd.).  Turn left onto East River Rd. and go 14.9
miles to campground sign (Mill Creek Rd/Forest Rt. 486).  Turn
left onto Mill Creek Rd. and go 10.9 miles to campground sign. 
Turn right at sign and after crossing bridge, turn right and
continue down road 0.1 miles to campground.

NOTE: After 5.2 miles, Mill Creek Rd. changes into gravel road.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,600 ft.

The campground is configured with two spurs.  The lower spur
contains eight sites along Mill Creek, one of which is a group
site.  The upper spur is on a hillside above Mill Creek.  The
campground is heavily wooded with mature spruce and fir, providing
shade for most sites.  The understory is thick with shrubs;
tumbleberry and raspberry are dominant.  The interior road is
narrow and rough with some low-hanging branches and tight 
turn-arounds.  The forest service does not recomend RV's over 30 ft 
long. Depending on RV size, getting from one spur to 
the other may require leaving the campground and returning.
Firewood available for a fee.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  
"Possessing/storing food so bears/wild animals have access will 
result in a fine of up to $5,000 or six months imprisonment or 
both."

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27 - weather dependent

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day

NOTE: One group camp site is available.  Call Ranger District 
Office for more information.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
   
   Total Sites: 11

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 21.5' X 23'

Comments:
Parking aprons are dirt and gravel.  See General Comments about
the interior road.  

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
  No. Threaded: 0

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING - Yes
Wicked Ridge Trail #78 (across from campground entrance)

There are numerous hiking trails along Mill Creek, above 
and below the campground.

FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Cutthroat trout and Mountain whitefish

CAMPGROUND NAME: Soda Butte

VISIT DATE: 07/21/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cooke City

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Cooke City, MT, take US Rt. 212 east 0.4 miles to campground 
sign. Turn right at sign into campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,700 ft.

NOTE: (1) The Northeast Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 6.6 
miles west of campground.  (2) Only hard-sided RVs are permitted - 
no tents

The campground stretches along Soda Butte Creek off the 68-mile 
Beartooth Scenic Byway (US Rt. 212) with campsites tucked into tall 
Lodgepole pines and Englemann spruce.  These islands of trees are 
surrounded by open space filled with grass, wildflowers and gorgeous 
views of the mountains in background.  The space between campsites, 
rather than vegetation, provides fair to good privacy.  The sound of 
Soda Butte Creek can be heard throughout the campground, muffling 
much of the occasional highway noise from US Rt. 212.

Possible daytrips are Yellowstone National Park and Beartooth and Chief 
Joesph Scenic Highways.  These two scenic byways have some of the most 
beautiful mountain views in the country.  Cooke City is nearby for a 
cooks-night-out.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. A food 
storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; check fee 
board for details.  Bear proof food storage boxes for campers to store 
food are located at each campsite.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open July 1 through September 7 - weather dependent.

NOTE: Hardside vehicles only. No tent camping.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 20
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
   
   Total Sites: 20

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 48'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.  There are RV waste stations available 
for a fee in back of Chamber of Commerce in Red Lodge, MT and at 
Painter Outpost, 4 Van Dyke Rd. Cody, WY. A threaded RV fill-up spigot 
is located across from campsite #7.  The interior road is gravel and 
single lane making, especially at back end of campground, passing an 
oncoming RV a bit of a challenge.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
  No. Threaded: 1

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING - No

FISHING	
Rainbow and Brook Trout

CAMPGROUND NAME: Spire Rock

VISIT DATE: 07/28/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Big Sky, MT, at the intersection of State Rt. 64 and US Rt. 191, take 
Rt 191 north 16.9 miles to Squaw Creek/Spire Rock campground sign (Squaw 
Creek Rd./Forest Rt. 132).  Turn right onto Squaw Creek Rd. and cross 
cement bridge.  After the bridge, turn right onto a single lane, rough 
dirt road and go 2.7 miles to campground on right.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,400 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 70 miles south of 
campground.

This picturesque campground stretches 0.9 miles alongside Squaw Creek 
through a dense growth of spruce and fir.  Some campsites are clustered 
in groups, but most are scattered along the creek.  Because of heavy 
understory of snowberry, wild roses, thimbleberry, and other riparian 
plants and separation between camp sites, privacy is excellent.  Views 
of spiral rock formations are outstanding.  Firewood is available for a 
fee.  Big Sky offers a wide range of activities including rafting 
outfitters, bike rentals, golf, summer weekend concerts, a cook's night 
out, and more.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  Food 
storage bear proof boxes are scattered around the campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open May 16 through September 27.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
   
   Total Sites: 18

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: 

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 30'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0

Comments:
The one wheelchair friendly toilet is across from camp site #11.

WATER SPORTS
Rafting and kayaking are available on nearby Gallatin River.

HIKING - No

FISHING	
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish

CAMPGROUND NAME: Swan Creek

VISIT DATE: 07/29/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky

RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation

DIRECTIONS:
In Big Sky, MT, at the intersection of State Rt. 64 and US Rt. 191, 
take Rt. 191 north 9.3 miles to campground sign.  Turn right at sign 
and go 0.5 miles (along single lane paved road - with turnouts) to 
campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,500 ft.

NOTE: The West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 69 miles 
south of campground.

The campground is composed of two clusters separated by 0.5 miles of 
road.  Most sites are adjacent to Swan Creek and shaded by mature 
conifers.  The sound of Swan Creek can be heard throughout campground.  
Wide separation and lush understory provide excellent privacy.  
The campground is far enough away from Rt. 191 to provide a peaceful 
and quiet stay while being convenient to Rt. 191.  Firewood is available 
for a fee.  Big Sky offers a wide range of activities including rafting, 
bike rentals, golf, summer weekend concerts, a cook's night out, and 
more. Rafting outfitters are available.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.  Food 
storage bear proof box are available around campground.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes

Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 16 through September 27.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
   
   Total Sites: 13

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: 

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No 
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 42'

Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.  Campsites in upper cluster are 
longer.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
The spigots are hand pumps.  A wheelchair friendly vault is located 
in upper cluster.

WATER SPORTS
Rafting and kayaking in nearby Gallatin River.  Rafting outfitters 
are also nearby.

HIKING No

FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish.

CAMPGROUND NAME: Tom Miner

VISIT DATE: 07/19/1997

UPDATE DATE: 1/25/2025

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Gardiner

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Gardiner, MT, take US Rt. 89 north 16 miles to Tom Miner Rd. 
Turn left onto Tom Miner Rd. and go 0.4 miles to "T" intersection
and sign - Tom Miner Basin.  Turn left and go 7.9 miles to "Y"
intersection (and Tom Miner campground sign/Tom Miner Creek Rd.). 
Continue left on Tom Miner Creek Rd. and go 2.9 miles to another
"Y" intersection (and Tom Miner campground sign).  Continue right
and go 0.3 miles to campground.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,640 ft.

The campground, pack it in, pack it out, is located in heavily wooded
valley of pines and Aspen along a creek.  At time of visit, wild
flowers were abundant.  There is parking for horse trailers, but no
facilities for stock.

This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. A food 
storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1; check fee 
board for details.  Bear boxes for the campers to stow food stuff are 
located throughout the campground. 

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No

Seasonal Comment:
Open June 1 through October 31 - weather dependent

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
   
   Total Sites: 16

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping:  Yes

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 43'

Comments:
Parking aprons are dirt, gravel and rock.  An RV dump 
station with potable water is available, for a fee, at 
Yellowstone RV Park, located at the north end of Gardiner, 
between Mile Marker 1 and 2 on US Rt 89.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
  No. Threaded: 0

Comments:
Water spigot is hand pump.

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Tom Miner - Buffalo Horn Trail No. 1
Petrified Forest Trail No. 286 (interpretive) - 1 mile
Buffalo Horn - 2.5 miles
Ramshorn Peak - 5 miles

FISHING - No

CAMPGROUND NAME: West Boulder

VISIT DATE: 07/14/1997

UPDATE DATE: 6/17/2024

STATE: Montana

REGION: Northern

RANGER DISTRICT: Yellowstone

NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Timber

RESERVATIONS: No

DIRECTIONS:
From Big Timber, MT, take State Rt. 298 south 16 miles to West
Boulder Rd. sign.  Turn right at sign and go 7.4 miles to West
Boulder campground sign.  Turn left at sign and go 6.1 miles to
campground.

NOTE: West Boulder Rd. is dirt and can be rough and slow-going.

GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,300 ft.

The campground, pack it in, pack it out, is located at a canyon's 
mouth near the West Boulder River among pine and aspen with heavy 
understory.  Adjacent to campground is a horse loading area with 
hitching rails, water spigot and large parking area.

SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes

Potable water available Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16

CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
   
   Total Sites: 10

Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes

No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping:  No

RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 41'

Comments:
Parking aprons are grass and gravel.  There is RV waste station
available for a fee behind CM Russell Motel on Interstate 90 
(Business) in Big Timber, MT.

FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No

Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
  No. Threaded: 0

WATER SPORTS - None

HIKING
Great Falls Creek Trail - 8 miles
Mill Creek Pass - 16 miles

FISHING
Brook, Cutthroat, Brown and Rainbow trout and Mountain Whitefish