5.0
Public Campground
1st Dredge Shelters
Montana
Federal campground in Montana.
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About Beartooth RD
The Beartooth Ranger District is located in south central Montana and encompasses the Beartooth and Pryor Mountain Ranges. The district office is located in Red Lodge, MT, 65 miles southwest of Montana’s largest city, Billings. The district is known for its rugged mountains and sub-alpine tundra plateaus. The highest 41 peaks in Montana are located in the Beartooth Ranger District, including Granite Peak, which is the highest and stands at 12,799ft.The district serves as the northeastern gat
The Beartooth Ranger District is located in south central Montana and encompasses the Beartooth and Pryor Mountain Ranges. The district office is located in Red Lodge, MT, 65 miles southwest of Montana’s largest city, Billings. The district is known for its rugged mountains and sub-alpine tundra plateaus. The highest 41 peaks in Montana are located in the Beartooth Ranger District, including Granite Peak, which is the highest and stands at 12,799ft.The district serves as the northeastern gateway to Yellowstone National Park and is home to the Beartooth Scenic Highway. The Beartooth Highway is consistently rated one of the most scenic mountain drives in America. The highway, open from Memorial Day to mid-October (weather permitting), climbs to 10,947ft and offers stunning vistas and many recreation opportunities on the Custer Gallatin National Forest and the Shoshone National Forest.The Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness makes up 65% of the Beartooth Unit and offers a wide range of scenic landscapes and hidden treasures. There are many trails that provide access to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, but be aware that travelling in the wilderness area comes with additional regulations.For more information on the Beartooth Mountains, click here.__________________________The Pryor Mountain Unit of the district is located about 60 miles east of Red Lodge, MT adjacent to both the Crow Indian Reservation, BLM lands, and the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. The dry limestone uplifts and formations create a stark contrast to the Beartooth Mountains. The views from the Pryor Mountains offer long, beautiful vistas of the surrounding countryside. The peak time for wildflowers is the month of July.Some of the highlights of the Pryor Mountain Unit are Big Ice Cave, Dry Head Vista, and the Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range. The Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range is found on the eastern edge of the Pryor Mountains and is managed by the BLM.For more information on the Pryor Mountains, click here.___________________________Recreation Opportunities on the Beartooth Ranger District are divided into four geographic locations:Beartooth Front (Red Lodge Creek, East Rosebud, West Rosebud, Benbow, Stillwater River area)Meyers Creek AreaPryor MountainsRed Lodge Area (US Hwy 212, West Fork of Rock Creek, Line Creek Area)Maps:Click here to see trail and area maps. Important links:Know before you go (helpful travel information, weather, road conditions, forest fire information).
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Book Early
Columbus is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Check-in Time
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Local Weather
Montana weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Columbus.
Explore the Area
Don't miss local attractions near Columbus. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Beartooth RD Reviews
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skip nielsen
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by skip nielsen
Very helpful camp host Beautiful views Clean restrooms Wish there was electric hookups available Large boat ramps Good birding and good fishing
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skip nielsen
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by skip nielsen
Very helpful camp host Beautiful views Clean restrooms Wish there was electric hookups available Large boat ramps Good birding and good fishing
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skip nielsen
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by skip nielsen
Very helpful camp host Beautiful views Clean restrooms Wish there was electric hookups available Large boat ramps Good birding and good fishing
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skip nielsen
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by skip nielsen
Very helpful camp host Beautiful views Clean restrooms Wish there was electric hookups available Large boat ramps Good birding and good fishing
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Amy V
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Amy V
One of my favorite places to stay. Easy boat landing, great fishing, sandy beach, concrete bottom outhouses that are kept up, no black or gray dump. Love it.
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Amy V
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Amy V
One of my favorite places to stay. Easy boat landing, great fishing, sandy beach, concrete bottom outhouses that are kept up, no black or gray dump. Love it.
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Amy V
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Amy V
One of my favorite places to stay. Easy boat landing, great fishing, sandy beach, concrete bottom outhouses that are kept up, no black or gray dump. Love it.
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Amy V
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Amy V
One of my favorite places to stay. Easy boat landing, great fishing, sandy beach, concrete bottom outhouses that are kept up, no black or gray dump. Love it.
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Kevin Weyer
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by Kevin Weyer
5 dollar day use charge. Nice little spot, beautiful views access to outhouse and picnic tables. No dock but access to the water front.
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Kevin Weyer
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by Kevin Weyer
5 dollar day use charge. Nice little spot, beautiful views access to outhouse and picnic tables. No dock but access to the water front.
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Kevin Weyer
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by Kevin Weyer
5 dollar day use charge. Nice little spot, beautiful views access to outhouse and picnic tables. No dock but access to the water front.
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Kevin Weyer
Mar 18, 2026
4.0
Google Review by Kevin Weyer
5 dollar day use charge. Nice little spot, beautiful views access to outhouse and picnic tables. No dock but access to the water front.
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Sherrill Nowlin
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Sherrill Nowlin
The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( w... The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( when possible).
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Sherrill Nowlin
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Sherrill Nowlin
The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( w... The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( when possible).
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Sherrill Nowlin
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Sherrill Nowlin
The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( w... The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( when possible).
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Sherrill Nowlin
Mar 18, 2026
5.0
Google Review by Sherrill Nowlin
The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( w... The best place on earth. Love Holter! BUT the campground could use mowing most of the time....still... Great place! We launch our boat in the spring from log gulch. It is extremely busy ramp. I feel the campground attendant should pay more attention to dogs off leashes, unmowed grass. All in all.... Holter Lake is a slice of heaven in a very busy world. I look forward to it every weekend. ( when possible).
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Alisha Merculief
Mar 18, 2026
2.0
Google Review by Alisha Merculief
For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late get... For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late getting their boats from the marina with big loud bright lit trucks. There's a main road I can see from the campground that had drivers during the night, as well as houses along the river. Its a nice option for people who want the camp 'feel' with none of the actual camping amenities. This is a glamp site.
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Alisha Merculief
Mar 18, 2026
2.0
Google Review by Alisha Merculief
For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late get... For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late getting their boats from the marina with big loud bright lit trucks. There's a main road I can see from the campground that had drivers during the night, as well as houses along the river. Its a nice option for people who want the camp 'feel' with none of the actual camping amenities. This is a glamp site.
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Alisha Merculief
Mar 18, 2026
2.0
Google Review by Alisha Merculief
For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late get... For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late getting their boats from the marina with big loud bright lit trucks. There's a main road I can see from the campground that had drivers during the night, as well as houses along the river. Its a nice option for people who want the camp 'feel' with none of the actual camping amenities. This is a glamp site.
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Alisha Merculief
Mar 18, 2026
2.0
Google Review by Alisha Merculief
For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late get... For true campers this place does not do the trick. While the campground has a nice view of the river, it is extremely populated with very little trees or any coverage between sites. The wind made it nearly impossible to do anything outside and I saw zero tents and only RVs. Yes there are maintained bathrooms, but this whole spot is a cookie cutter piece of property complete with people up late getting their boats from the marina with big loud bright lit trucks. There's a main road I can see from the campground that had drivers during the night, as well as houses along the river. Its a nice option for people who want the camp 'feel' with none of the actual camping amenities. This is a glamp site.
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