Established Camping
Makoshika State Park Campground
Makoshika State Park Campground, near Glendive, Montana, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in stunning badlands scenery and outdoor adventures. With a mix of tent sites, RV spots, and even yurts, it caters to a variety of camping styles while allowing pets, so you can bring your furry friends along for the fun.
The campground is known for its breathtaking views and unique geological formations. Visitors rave about the amazing trails and the cool disc golf course that winds through the park, making it a hit for both hikers and disc golf enthusiasts. One camper shared, “Amazing trails, stunning scenery, very cool disc golf course. Would absolutely go back.”
Amenities include vault toilets and drinking water, ensuring you have the essentials covered. While there are no showers or sewer hookups, the clean facilities and the peaceful atmosphere make up for it. As one happy camper put it, “What an amazing place! We arrived in the dark and woke up to the most amazing sunrise!”
Just a short drive from Glendive, you’ll find groceries and gas, making it easy to stock up before your adventure. The roads leading in can be a bit rough, so take it slow and enjoy the ride. Whether you’re hiking, exploring the unique landscape, or just soaking in the views, Makoshika State Park Campground is a great choice for your next outdoor getaway.
Description
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Region 7
Makoshika State Park
To the Lakota Indians, Makoshika meant bad earth or bad land. Today, as Montana's largest state park, the pine and juniper studded badland formations house the fossil remains of such dinosaurs as Tyrannosaurus rex and Triceratops. You'll find a visitor center at the park entrance with exhibits explaining the site's geologic, fossil, and prehistoric stories. Roads and hiking trails let you explore the park's whimsical badlands landscape. Or try out the campground and the park's disc golf (frisbee golf) course.
<font>ADA designated campsites may only be reserved and occupied by a party who can provide proof of disability upon arrival. Proof of eligibility for at least one member of your party will be required in the form of a DMV (or other states equivalent) issued person with disabilities placard or disabilities motor vehicle license plate. The eligible member of your party must be an occupant of the site for the entire reserved period. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in the cancellation of your reservation and forfeiture of your reservation fee. Additional cancellation fees will be applied. </font>
Camping is allowed in designated areas only. All boats, trailers, rigs and motorized vehicles must fit entirely within the campsite parking-spur provided. Any equipment that does not fit entirely within the campsite parking-spur must be parked outside the campground in an area designated by the park manager.
Reservations are non-transferable and cannot be sold, bartered, or traded. The primary occupant and/or their party are the only persons authorized to camp in the site during the duration of their reservation.
Check-in time is 2:00pm for campsites and 3:00pm for yurts, cabins and tipis's (local time).
Check-out time is 1:00pm for campsites and 12:00pm for yurts, cabins, and tipis (local park time). Late checkouts may incur additional fees unless prior arrangements have been made with park staff.
The maximum capacity at each individually signed or numbered campsite is eight (8) people. This typically involves a single camping unit, which includes, but is not limited to, a tent, motor home, camping bus, truck mounted camper shell, pull-type camper, or other device designed and commonly used for sleeping. In the event the site is designated as Double Site, the site capacity for that site is doubled to allow for sixteen (16) people and two camping units.
Campfires are allowed in designated areas only!
Pets must be kept on a leash. Please check with destination park staff for local restrictions.
Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00pm to 7:00am.
Fireworks are prohibited in all parks at all times. No Exceptions..
In case of an emergency when visiting Montana State Parks, please dial 911. You may also wish to notify park staff for additional assistance if necessary.
For non-emergency assistance please contact park staff.
Location
Makoshika State Park Campground is located in Montana
Directions
Follow signs thru town to Snyder Avenue in Glendive.
Address
1301 Snyder Ave
Glendive, MT 59330
Coordinates
47.07645458 N
104.69565018 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiFair
- VerizonGood
- AT&TPoor
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 42 min from Bismarck
- 3 hrs 4 min from Billings
- 3 hrs 44 min from Minot
- 4 hrs 11 min from Rapid City