Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Billings, MT

Yellowstone River RV Park & Campground welcomes campers traveling with pets throughout the year, providing designated tent sites and full hookup RV spaces for those exploring Billings with their animals. The nearby Billings KOA Holiday also accommodates pets with tent camping, RV sites, cabins and glamping options. Both campgrounds maintain clean, well-maintained grounds with access to the Yellowstone River. Tent campers with dogs should note that tent sites at Yellowstone River are situated at the rear of the park, sometimes requiring a longer walk to bathroom facilities. The campground features private bathrooms with excellent water pressure and clean surroundings, making it convenient for pet owners who need to clean up after outdoor adventures with their animals.

Acton Recreation Area offers free camping with pet-friendly policies approximately 25 miles northwest of Billings. This dispersed camping location provides a more rustic experience with toilets and picnic tables but limited amenities. Dogs particularly enjoy the hiking trails and river access points available at these campgrounds. Riverside City Park in Laurel, about 15 miles southwest of Billings, offers another option for pet owners with multiple access types including drive-in and boat-in camping. The campground sits along the river with trash service and toilet facilities. When camping with pets during summer months, owners should be aware of high temperatures and provide adequate shade and water. Most campgrounds in the area enforce standard leash policies and expect owners to clean up after their pets, with occasional wildlife sightings occurring near tent areas.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Billings, Montana (35)

    1. Billings KOA Holiday

    47 Reviews
    Billings, MT
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 252-3104

    "We normally avoid KOA campgrounds - preferring to stay away from large campers pushed together. Our experience was not what we expected. We were the only ones in the last loop."

    "great dog park and close to biking trails."

    2. Yellowstone River RV Park & Campground

    13 Reviews
    Billings, MT
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 259-0878

    "The park is in a quiet area with easy access on and off the interstate Highway in southeast Billings. The exit is he same one that leads to the road to downtown, the ball park, and the airport."

    "The closest "river" is a completely dry bed which is probably an over flow channel and then it's another long trail through field and bramble to get to the actual river. Aside from that."

    3. Acton Recreation Area

    24 Reviews
    Acton, MT
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 896-5013

    "One of the nicest BLMs if that’s what’s called. 30 min from Billings, easy access, nice gravel even road, well marked entrance and even leveled sites."

    "Great spot short drive into Billing’s but in the countryside"

    4. Riverside City Park

    6 Reviews
    Laurel, MT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 628-4796

    "Close to town. Only issue with this campground is how they have sites marked. Took a little bit to figure out the site markers for tent camping."

    "Scenery is marred a bit by an oil refinery nearby but overall it is very nice.  We are in site #PT2 at $20 per night."

    5. Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

    1 Review
    Billings, MT
    12 miles
    +1 (406) 672-9833

    $35 - $40 / night

    6. Itch-Kep-Pe Park

    45 Reviews
    Fishtail, MT
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 322-5313

    "Family and pet friendly. Large campsites each with a picnic table and fire pit. Public toilets non-threaded water spigot near the entrance."

    "Close to the Yellowstone. We camped on the second loop and at the end near the boat dock is a trail that follows the river. We enjoyed the walk with our dogs. Lots of folks fishing."

    8. Mountain Range RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Fishtail, MT
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 322-1140

    $64 - $108 / night

    "Very clean RV/tent campground just outside of Billings with full hookups and a lovely area for tent camping. Laundry facilities, showers."

    "We wanted to show a few pictures of our beautiful park here in Columbus Montana. We invite you to come see us and stay with us."

    9. Voyagers Rest

    2 Reviews
    Pompeys Pillar, MT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 444-2535

    10. Cooney State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Roberts, MT
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 445-2326

    $14 - $70 / night

    "The lake has nice options for all levels of use. Be prepared for gravel roads to get to them."

    "It lacks trees at most campsites, but that’s ok…it’s easy to get in and out of, the sites are level and every one has a view of the lake."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Billings, MT

270 Reviews of 35 Billings Campgrounds


  • C
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Captain Clark

    Nice spot with boat launch

    A few miles off of the highway and you will find this nice camping area along the Yellowstone River. Very windy the day we were there, but the campsites were nice with fire rings and the scenery was exceptional. This is close to Pompey’s Pillar(which is currently closed for repair), and the Little Bighorn battlefield. Also not far from Billings.

  • Wild Berries B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 5, 2024

    Acton Recreation Area

    Fabulous free overnight spot close to billings

    One of the nicest BLMs if that’s what’s called. 30 min from Billings, easy access, nice gravel even road, well marked entrance and even leveled sites. We got some screaming teenagers passing in the car but soon they stopped. We had a restful night to continue our roadtrip.

  • Kristy M.
    Aug. 19, 2024

    Hardin KOA

    New owners! Tons of new improvements

    New owners have been here about a year and you can see all of the new improvements! Cute store! Vending machines in the laundromat, one of the offers ice cream, and frozen food. 2 Huge dog parks and pet wash. Bathrooms are clean and staff is very friendly..

  • Steve M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2024

    Grant Marsh

    True, dispersed camping, No Frills but beautiful

    The Custer fishing access site was closed for no reason so I found this spot about 30 miles from billings. Only about seven or eight pull in sights and not very large. I have a 28 ft total length and there were only one or two spots that would work. Only two spots I could find right on the Big Horn river, but a beautiful and Serene location. One Vault toilet and a couple of garbage cans in one locale. No cellular service whatsoever.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Love's RV Stop-Hardin MT 679

    Clean, new, easy in and out, nice amenities

    Can’t beat the proximity to gas & propane, great convenience store and nice RV Stop amenities. Dog park, pickle ball courts, trash, playground, great views of the surrounding hills and local flavor. Level sites

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 14, 2019

    Billings KOA Holiday

    Surprisingly nice stay (and those showers!)

    We normally avoid KOA campgrounds - preferring to stay away from large campers pushed together. Our experience was not what we expected. We were the only ones in the last loop. With the way our teardrop faced we couldn’t see anyone else. This gave us a small campground feel. 

    There are lots of activities - from mini-golf to dog park to river access. We took advantage of the amazing showers. 

    Walking around was a surprise too. We followed a trail by the river and it led around a pond  it was short but away from everything.

  • Kelly D.
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Billings KOA Holiday

    Great amenities and beautiful grounds

    Great spot on our way to Yellowstone. Right off the Yellowstone River. Large sites. Mini golf pool etc. great dog park and close to biking trails.

  • Pat M.
    Jun. 29, 2019

    Billings KOA Holiday

    Top Notch

    Beautiful Campground, great customer service! Dog park, pool, putt-putt golf. They serve breakfast and ice cream for a few!

  • MaryAnn  B.
    Aug. 28, 2020

    Billings KOA Holiday

    All around great experience

    Friendly staff, clean, well maintained grounds, quiet and charming. This place had everything we needed for a few nights of work, rest and play. And to top it off the internet worked great. They have a pool, mini golf, kids play grounds, and an enclosed dog park. The laundry and bathrooms were exceptionally clean and updated. We splurged a little got the deluxe pull through with the swing, patio and fire pit, and saved a little with our AAA membership. And, after having gone through death valley and the High Sierra Valley having the lovely tree coverage was awesome. This camp ground is tucked into a residential area, and far enough off the interstate to not hear the noise, but close enough to town and all the other amenities to make it very convenient. It’s also on the river, but we didn’t have a chance to take advantage of that on this trip. I only gave four stars because we were positioned right behind the maintenance residence and there was a lot of noisy activity coming and going at all hours. I’m not complaining, they did an excellent job of maintaining and I’m sure if we were in any other location on site we’d not been bothered by this at all. We’d definitely stay here again.


Guide to Billings

Explore the great outdoors with your furry friends at some of the best pets-allowed camping spots near Billings, Montana. These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and activities that cater to both you and your pets.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Billings

  • At Billings KOA, pets are welcome, and the campground features a playground and mini-golf, ensuring fun for the whole family, including your four-legged companions.
  • Acton Recreation Area offers scenic trails perfect for walking your dog, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful Montana landscape together.
  • The Yellowstone River RV Park & Campground provides direct access to the Yellowstone River, where you can take your pet for a refreshing dip on hot days.

Tips for camping with dogs near Billings

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Riverside City Park to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially when visiting Eastwood Estates Mobile Home & RV Park, where amenities may be limited.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet to maintain the cleanliness of the campgrounds, such as at Soto Homestead, which emphasizes a tidy environment for all guests.

Pet owners appreciate the amenities available

  • Billings KOA features clean showers and bathrooms, making it a comfortable choice for pet owners who value hygiene.
  • The well-reviewed Yellowstone River RV Park & Campground includes a playground and a small pool, perfect for families traveling with pets.
  • Acton Recreation Area offers picnic tables and fire pits, allowing you to enjoy meals outdoors with your pet by your side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Billings, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Billings, MT is Billings KOA Holiday with a 4.2-star rating from 47 reviews.

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