CAMPGROUND NAME: Baker's Hole
VISIT DATE: 07/22/1997
UPDATE DATE: 4/16/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone
RESERVATIONS: No
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 15 through September 15 - weather dependent.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day plus $6 per day surcharge for electric hookups.
NOTE: Golden Age and Access Passport holders pay $8 per day plus
surcharge for electric hookups.
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: Yes
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: 4/16/2011
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: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
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. Dumping waste water in
vaults is permitted. 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: 8/19/2011
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; 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 June 10 through September 10 - weather dependent.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 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 toilet located in Loop 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: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone
RESERVATIONS: No
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 15 through September 15 - weather dependent.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 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: 4/16/2011
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: $7 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: 8/19/2011
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) 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.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,300 ft.
The campground is adjacent to Hyalite Reservoir located in a thick
grove of pine. A creek runs along north side of campground. Firewood
available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15.
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: 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 60'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. Dumping waste water in vaults is
permitted. 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: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cooke City
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Cooke City, MT, take US Rt. 212 east 1.9 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,560 ft.
Campground is located at top of mountain affording a spectacular
view of higher snowcapped mountains. Much of overstory
destroyed by fire. Campground is about 5.5 miles from northeast
entrance of Yellowstone National Park and is convenient to the
Beartooth Scenic Highway. Both are must visits.
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 July 7 through October 31; weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Euqestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 56'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. There is waste station available for a fee
in back of Chamber of Commerce in Red Lodge.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 7
No. Threaded: 7
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Eagle Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/19/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Gardiner
RESERVATIONS: No
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: $7 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
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: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Big Sky, MT, take US Rt. 191 north 10.1 miles to campground
sign. Turn either left or right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,600 ft.
The campground is separated by US Rt. 191. Some sites overlook
Gallatin River and some are shaded by majestic pines. Watch
rafting parties pass by the campground. Firewood is available
for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15.
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): 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: 18' X 59'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. Dumping waste water in vaults is
permitted.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Phone not operating at time of visit.
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:
Wading is possible, but limited in Gallatin River. Rafting
outfitters are nearby.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hell's Canyon
VISIT DATE: 07/15/1997
UPDATE DATE: 4/16/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Big Timber
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: No charge
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: 4/16/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Big Timber
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: $5 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: 8/19/2011
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.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,320 ft.
The campground is adjacent to Hyalite Reservoir. The sites
overlook the reservoir from which there are panoramic views
of surrounding mountains. Most sites are bi-level; some are
walk-ins for either tent or RV. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open From May 15 through September 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
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: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 49'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel and dirt. Dumping waste water in
vaults is permitted. 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: No
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
Wild Horse Creek Trail - 3 miles
FISHING
Arctic Grayling and Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Langohr
VISIT DATE: 07/31/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
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 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 5,700 ft.
The campground is in the Hyalite Canyon adjacent to Hyalite Creek. Most
sites overlook the creek. Nearby, is location of first Ranger Station
in the Gallatin National Forest. Firewood is available for a fee
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
OPen May 15 through September 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 22' X 32'
Comments:
Parking aprons are paved. Dumping waste water in vaults is
permitted. 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: 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
One water spigot is a hand pump
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Langohr Nature Trail - 0.3 miles
FISHING
Brook, Rainbow, Brown and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lonesomehurst
VISIT DATE: 07/23/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Hebgen Lake
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: West Yellowstone
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From West Yellowstone, MT, take US Rt. 20 west for 6.5 miles to
Gallatin National Forest Recreation Area sign. Turn right at
sign and go 3.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,240 ft.
The campground, located adjacent to South Fork of Hebgen Reservoir,
is on a flat stretch of shoreline in thinly scattered young pines.
Most sites overlook South Fork where wildlife, such as heron and
pelican, can be observed. The western entrance to the Yellowstone
National Park is about 11 miles from the campground. Firewood is
available for a fee.
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 15 through September 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day plus $6 surcharge for electric hookups
NOTE: No discount on surcharge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 5
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 21' X 45'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. Waste station is available for a fee at
Rustic Campground (private) in West Yellowstone.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 5
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
Accessible fishing dock provided.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Moose Creek Flat
VISIT DATE: 07/28/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Big Sky, MT, take US Rt. 191 north 8.1 miles to campground
sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,700 ft.
The campground is adjacent to the Gallatin River with most sites
overlooking the river. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
OPen May 15 through September 15.
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): 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: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 23' X 68'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. Dumping waste water in vaults is
permitted. 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: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Water spigot is 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 the Gallatin River. Outfitters are nearby.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/16/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Livingston
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 7.8
miles to campground sign (Luccock Park Rd.). Turn left onto
Luccock Park Rd. and go 2.7 miles to campground.
NOTE: Luccock Park Rd. is paved and narrow. Last 0.9 miles is
single lane with turnouts and no shoulders.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,420 ft.
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 one tent-only
camp site is designated as a hike-in/bike-in site; no parking available
for vehicles. 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 Memorial Day through Labor Day; weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 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
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. Dumping waste water in vaults is
permitted.
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: 8/19/2011
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 15 through September 15 - weather dependent.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day plus $6 per day surcharge for electric hookups.
NOTE: Golden Age and Access Passport holders pay $8 per day plus surcharge for
electric hookups.
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
Group RV Sites: Yes
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: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Big Sky, MT, take US Rt. 191 south 6.5 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,300 ft.
The campground is adjacent to the Gallatin River in the Gallatin
Canyon. It is heavily wooded with pines - grass understory.
Firewood available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day plus $6 per day surcharge for electric hookups.
NOTE: Golden Age and Access Passport holders pay $8 per day plus
surcharge for electric hookups.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 63
Total Sites: 63
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 63
No. Grilles on Sites: 48
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 24
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 51'
Comments:
Parking aprons are grass and gravel. Dumping waste water in
vaults is permitted.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Water spigots 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; outfitters available.
HIKING
Elkhorn Creek Trail (horse & foot only)
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout, Whitefish and Arctic
Grayling
CAMPGROUND NAME: Snowbank
VISIT DATE: 07/17/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Livingston
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. 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 Memorial Day through Labor Day; weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 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. Dumping waste water in vaults is permitted.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
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: 4/16/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Gardiner
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cooke City
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Cooke City, MT, take US Rt. 212 east 0.6 miles to campground
sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,360 ft.
The campground, located along Soda Butte Creek in tall pines
and open space, is about 5.5 miles from northeast
entrance of Yellowstone National Park and is convenient to the
Beartooth Scenic Highway. Both are must visits.
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 July 1 through October 31; weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $9 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 16
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
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: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 50'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. There are RV waste stations available
for a fee: in back of Chamber of Commerce in Red Lodge; and, in
Gardiner at the Rocky Mountain campground (private) near beginning
of Jardine Rd.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 6
No. Threaded: 5
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Spire Rock
VISIT DATE: 07/28/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Big Sky, MT, take US Rt. 191 north 17.1 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
2.8 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,500 ft.
This picturesque campground stretches 0.9 miles beside Squaw
Creek through a dense growth of spruce and fir. Some sites
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. Enjoy views of spiral rock formations. Firewood
available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 15.
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): 19
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 29' X 30'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. Dumping waste water in vaults is
permitted.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
Comments:
The one wheelchair friendly toilet is across from
camp site #11.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Cutthroat trout and Whitefish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Swan Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/29/1997
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Bozeman
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Sky
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Big Sky, MT, take US Rt. 191 north 9.2 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 5,800 ft.
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
pines. Firewood available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 26.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 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: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 42'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. Sites in upper cluster are longer.
Dumping waste water in vaults is permitted.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Spigots are hand pumps. Wheelchair friendly vault is located in
upper cluster.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
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: 8/19/2011
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: $7 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: 4/16/2011
STATE: Montana
REGION: Northern
RANGER DISTRICT: Big Timber
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
Fee charged Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $5 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
