Established Camping
East Rosebud Campground
East Rosebud Campground, near Roscoe, Montana, is a scenic retreat nestled in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. With a mix of tent and RV sites, it offers a rustic camping experience surrounded by stunning mountain views and abundant wildlife.
The campground is known for its easy access to hiking trails, making it a great base for outdoor adventures. Visitors have spotted turkeys, elk, and even moose while enjoying the drive in, adding to the charm of the area. As one camper noted, “Brave the 10.5 mile dirt road and go here! It's a perfect campground in the best location.”
While the amenities are basic, including drinking water and toilets, the lack of showers and electric hookups keeps the experience true to nature. Campers appreciate the small store nearby for essentials and firewood, which is a nice touch for those cozy campfire evenings.
For water lovers, East Rosebud Lake is nearby, though access can be tricky due to private land around the waterfront. Still, the breathtaking scenery and hiking opportunities make it worth the trip. Just be prepared for a bit of a bumpy ride to get there, and you’ll find a peaceful spot to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
Description
National Forest
Custer Gallatin National Forest
East Rosebud Campground is nestled in the trees, not far from East Rosebud Lake. East Rosebud is considered one of the more scenic drainages in the Beartooths and the campground is a short distance from the East Rosebud Trail (#15), Spread Creek Trail (#13), and Phantom Creek Trail (#17). __Jimmy Joe Campground and Sand Dunes Picnic Ground also located in the East Rosebud drainage.*Please be advised that much of the area directly around East Rosebud Lake is private property. Fishing or boat access to the lake is limited. Please call the district office for more information.Camp sites: 14Host: NoMax Trailer Length: 20ftAccessible Facilities: NoneTrash Pickup: Bear resistant trash container centrally located on site during peak season only.Firewood: NoReservations:There are no reservations for this campground. This campground does not use a reservation system; it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware that the campground is very popular and may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months. You should arrive early to ensure there is a space available for the night. There is a 16 day stay limit. Some sites in campground have bear resistant food storage lockers. Individual camp sites vary in size, but the max trailer length is 20ft.This campground is maintained from approximately Memorial Day to Labor Day (call district office for exact season dates). During these dates there is a fee to stay in the campground (listed below).Outside of the peak summer dates (Memorial Day- Labor Day), the campground is ungated, free, and available for use (no services, not maintained, roads are not plowed). If you visit outside the peak fee season, please bring your own water, toilet paper (outhouse will remain open), and please pack out your trash.Directions from district office to East Rosebud Campground:Drive north on US Hwy 212 for 2.1 miles. Turn left (west) onto MT-78 and drive 19.7 miles. Turn left (south) onto Roscoe Rd. Drive 2.3 miles, cross the bridge and turn right (south) onto East Rosebud Rd. Drive 10.5 miles to the campground, on your left.
Location
East Rosebud Campground is located in Montana
Coordinates
45.199442 N
109.634267 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 1 min from Billings
- 2 hrs 39 min from Bozeman
- 4 hrs 3 min from Helena
- 5 hrs 54 min from Idaho Falls
