Within Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks' Rosebud East Fishing Access Site, this established campground sits along the Yellowstone River near Forsyth. The facility accommodates RVs up to 42 feet with electric and water hookups available for an additional fee, while tent campers can choose from non-hookup sites scattered throughout the cottonwood grove. A gate controls vehicle access but remains unlocked for overnight campers.
Large cottonwood trees provide shade across most sites, though several reviewers note significant dead branches overhead that warrant caution. The Yellowstone River flows within a 30-second walk from campsites, offering fishing opportunities for walleye and other species. Nickolas A. found the campground has "big trees" and noted "minus the train, it's SUPER quiet and dark." Sites include picnic tables and fire pits, with adequate spacing between camping areas.
Active railroad tracks run approximately six blocks away, with trains passing five to six times nightly according to multiple accounts. Clean pit toilets and potable water serve the campground, though the water spigots are positioned at specific sites rather than centrally located. The small town of Forsyth provides a grocery store for supplies, and campers can find places to camp around Forsyth for extended stays in the area.
The campground works well for anglers, RV travelers needing hookups, and campers who don't mind train noise in exchange for river access and established amenities.
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Map & DirectionsRosebud East is located in Montana near Forsyth
Coordinates
46.27400011 N
106.6780004 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/12/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 6/12/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/12/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 26 min from Billings, MT
- 3 hrs 14 min from Bozeman, MT
- 4 hrs 4 min from Rapid City, SD
- 4 hrs 53 min from Great Falls, MT
















