Bear Creek Campground - Mt sits among the stunning landscapes of Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in Montana . With 12 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: May, Jun, Aug
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Bear Creek Campground – Mt located in Montana, offering 12 camping sites.
Bear Creek Campground – Mt
A Rural campground in Montana
Overview
From December 2 Until Noon of May 15, the Wildlife Management Area Just North of the Campground Is Closed to All Entry Except to Those Who Stay Strictly on the Trail and Are Only Passing Through to Forest Lands. the Lee Metcalf Wilderness Is Immediately to the East and a State Wildlife Management Area to the North.
Bear Creek Campground Is a First Come – First Served Facility Located at the Base of the Western Slope of the Madison Range in Southwest Montana. It’S Part of an Administrative Site That Also Includes the Bear Creek and Bear Creek Bunkhouse Rental Cabins and a Trailhead for Entry to the Lee Metcalf Wilderness Area. the Small Campground Features 12 Campsites, 6 on Each Side of the Creek. the Six Sites North of the Creek Include Facilities for Horses/Stock, While Those South of the Creek Are Non-Horse Use Only. This Is the Only Campground on the West Side of the Madison Mountain Range So It Can Be Expected to Be Crowded and Busy During Hunting Season. There Is Very Little Firewood Available Anywhere Near the Campground.
Hiking, Horseback Riding and Hunting Are Very Popular Activities by Visitors to This Campground and Parking May Be Difficult to Find During Peak Season. the Middle Fork and Trail Fork Trailhead Is Located Only Steps Away. Because the Trails Lead to Designated Wilderness, No Motorized or Mechanized Use Is Allowed on the Trails. the Trailhead Is the Starting Point for Those Climbing Sphinx Mountain. It Is Open for Recreational Use the Remainder of the Year.
the Campground Will Be Undergoing Improvement Installations in the Spring/Early Summer of 2023. Each Campsite Will Have a Parking Site, Picnic Table and Fire Ring. There Are Two Centrally Located Water Hydrants, with Water Usually Being Available Fro Mid-May Through September and a Centrally Located Bear Box for Food Storage. There Are Two Sst Outhouses, One on Each Side of the Creek. Campsites 7 – 12, on the North Side of the Creek, Are Equipped with Hitchrails and Corrals for Horses. Horses Are Not Permitted at Campsites 1 – 6. Additional Corrals Are Planned to Be Installed at the Trailhead But There May Not Be a Corral Guaranteed for Each Campsite.
at the Base of the Madison Mountain Range, the Campground Is Situated in a Draw Between Hills on the Edge of the National Forest. the Trailhead, at the Site, Provides Access to the Middle Fork and Trail Fork Trails, As Well As Access to Ascend Sphinx Mountain, a Prominant Peak in the Range. Most Campsites Are Shaded by Douglas Fir and Aspen Trees.
Nearby Attractions
the Lee Metcalf Wilderness Is Adjacent to the Campground. the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park Is About 70 Miles to the Southeast. Lewis and Clark State Caverns Is About 60 Miles to the North.
Contact Info
This Location Is Unstaffed. to Speak with Our Main Office for General Information, Please Call: (406) 682-4253.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 12
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Bear Creek Road
City: , Montana 59030.0
Coordinates: 45.11003, -110.59965
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (406) 682-4253
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|picnic|water|fire-ring|trail|rv|cabin
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 6 stations
Nearest Market: Billings/GREAT FALLS
Notes: Signals FROM Billings/GREAT FALLS MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 13 stations (4 AM, 9 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KGVO 1290 Am
Market: Billings/GREAT FALLS
Notes: 4 AM, 9 FM Stations from Billings/Great Falls
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Gardiner, MT
Distance: 7.4 miles away
Address: 401 Scott St W, Gardiner, MT
Network: rivian_adventure
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10235833
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/beaverhead-deerlodge-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: beaverhead-deerlodge-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: beaverhead-deerlodge-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 42.0
- States Covered: Montana
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1013
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1013, 1013.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: montana
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: beaverhead-deerlodge-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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