Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Mcleod, MT has a lot to offer. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. Find the best campgrounds near Mcleod, MT. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
"Conveniently located about 5 miles off I-90! We stayed one night on our way from the Badlands to Glacier National Park and I wish we would have had more time here."
"Campground is situated on Boulder River. Office staff was friendly. Laundry facility was clean but dated. (Harvest gold dryers from the 70’s dated). Great proximity to downtown big timber, MT."
"Site: 2
RESERVATIONS NO
FCFS
FEES: NONE
Open all year
No water Picnic table, fire ring, pit toilet
This campground is located right off East Boulder Road."
"I ran into a couple out here that’s camping and I can say they are the true Montana experience."
"This is a free Montana Fishing Access Site next to the Yellowstone River north of Big Timber. There was one clean single vault toilet for about 5 sites."
"Great access to river's edge fishing and a boat ramp. Free camping for 7 days. Really close to town"
"Very nice campground about 6 miles out of Big Timber Montana."
"There are trains close by but that didn't bother too much. If you stay with kids there are spots where the river current is quite strong close to shore."
"It's better to exit off the interstate just east of the campground."
"Usually we stay at KOAs for stopover convenience, but being tired of driving we decided to stick around for an extra night. For a KOA, this was a really decent spot."
"We took a spot just above before you drive down to the water. I wasn’t sure if I could turn around my 20’ travel trailer down by the water. Very buggy."
"Great T-Mobile cell phone service and absolutely stunning location."
"Restroom is located here. Not far from town so for dinner or anything else you might have forgot."
"Awesome location, 10 minutes from the expressway and on the river. About a half dozen sites with a pit toilet that was stocked and clean. "
"Must have a montana conservation tag. Bring your own wood. Bring a water filter. Outhouse on site"
"Montana is so beautiful and one of my favorite places to visit! I love that mountains are always surrounding you. This campsite was no different! Mountains everywhere!!"
"My favorite part about camping here was the location, and the amount of activities nearby. There were a lot of great hikes along the way, some that were "easy" "moderate" and "difficult.""
"About 5 various spots very close to the main Boulder Rd so expect to hear traffic. But several spots are on the river and these spots include a fire ring and a vault toilet. Free."
"This is a beautiful little nook right on Ross Lake that you can either hike into or canoe into. If I remember correctly I believe it is about a 13 mile hike in. Requires a backcountry permit."
Scout5 campspots, 4 along the river. Very peaceful.
Summertime, there is campspots available midweek. The weekends, it fills up.
GuideRough road to get to the water, then beautiful views. 11 mph winds tonight but supposed to die down.
ScoutNice level spots. The campsite is right on the Yellowstone river. Free but the do have a donation box.
RangerThis is a secret little site surrounded by Prairie. Grasslands and succulent deciduous trees. There's about six for mal sites with a level gravel spot. Each site can accommodate two vehicles above 33 ft long. It has a vaulted bathroom which is spotlessly clean. There is a picnic table and a fire ring with a gray at each site. The picnic tables are extended for easy wheelchair access. There are loads of birds. The best site is by the river that has the shade of a tree. The others don't have much shade. You do hear the highway and the trains going by. Cell service is about 1/3 bar. When we were camping in middle of June there was only one other caper and the best site next to the tree. There is also boat access here to the river. You can pay cash by filling out the envelope and dropping it in the Dropbox. Since we did not have a conservation fishing or hunting license, we paid $18. If you have a license it's significantly less to stay overnight. Maximum stay is 7 days in a 30-da period.
RangerBasin Campground is just a few miles outside Red Lodge, Montana at the foot of the Beartooth Mountains. The road in is paved and passes through beautiful elk country and along the West Fork of Rock Creek, a large stream coming out of the mountains. Sites are paved and mostly level and nestled in the pine trees - gorgeous! The camp hosts are fantastic, the vault toilet bathrooms were very clean and there is water available at several pump spigots throughout the campground. The Beartooth Highway is a must when in the area as well as a visit to Red Lodge. We loved it here! P.S. We had no cell coverage with T-Mobile and so-so reception with Starlink due to the tree cover.
GuideAbout 5 various spots very close to the main Boulder Rd so expect to hear traffic. But several spots are on the river and these spots include a fire ring and a vault toilet. Free. I did see a spot with a table. Zero cell service or WiFi so not sure why this app says good service under WiFi? If your expectations are minimal then this spot will do a great job of satisfying your camping itch.
GuideTucked down below the main dirt road along the river among the trees. Stays pretty shaded and cool. Some super cool spots along the river. $12/nt
GuideI scoped out spots on Thursday ahead of Father’s Day weekend. I found Aspen and decided on spot #7. It had a mowed section about 25yrs south of the parking pad which was great for our popup. The toilet is about 50ft away and was very clean. We did encounter a young grizzly who gave me a scare in the middle of the night when I was urinating but he didn’t threaten me. On Thursday I was the only soul in the entire campground. By the weekend about half the place was being used. Extremely spaced out from each other and tons of privacy. $12/nt. Potable water, bear boxes, clean tables and fire pits. Mosquitoes weren’t a problem for us at all but there were a number of ant hills in our spot.
TravelerPleasant campground with great views from a hill. Entrance is marked to a hill but could be missed. Negative is close to train tracks with multiple trains usually early morning so plan on being awakened by horns. Pool. Rest room and showers are clean.
Camping near McLeod, Montana, offers a mix of stunning views, outdoor activities, and a chance to connect with nature. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near McLeod, Montana, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors, with plenty of options for families and RVers alike. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful scenery!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Mcleod, MT offers a wide range of camping options, with 125 campgrounds and RV parks near Mcleod, MT and 22 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mcleod, MT is Spring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch with a 4.7-star rating from 18 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 free dispersed camping spots near Mcleod, MT.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 parks near Mcleod, MT that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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