RV sites near Pryor, Montana cluster primarily around surrounding cities such as Billings, Columbus, and Red Lodge. Pryor sits at an elevation of approximately 4,300 feet at the base of the Pryor Mountains, with temperatures that can vary dramatically between seasons. Summer camping offers pleasant temperatures averaging 75-85°F during daytime, while nights can drop below 50°F even in summer months.
What to do
Fishing access points: The Yellowstone River offers multiple fishing spots accessible from nearby campgrounds. At Yellowstone River RV Park & Campground, campers can take "a nice hike down to the river" that provides "very nice" access to the water.
Mountain drives: The Beartooth Highway, accessible from Red Lodge area campgrounds, provides spectacular mountain scenery. One camper at Red Lodge KOA noted, "Beartooth hwy was undescribable! Amazing views. Close to Red lodge."
Wildlife viewing: The region offers opportunities to spot native wildlife including bighorn sheep. Near Horseshoe Bend Campground, a visitor reported, "looking for bighorn sheep and Pryor Mountain wild horses (both of which I saw!)."
What campers like
Tent-specific areas: Some campgrounds maintain dedicated spaces for tent campers separate from RV sections. At Mountain Range RV Park, a visitor mentioned "The tent lawn is incredibly well shaded, with many small trees covering almost every inch in shade. This alone makes this site the best rv tent site I've ever stayed at."
River ambiance: Properties bordering waterways provide natural soundscapes that many campers appreciate. "The north tentsite side has the benefit of river ambience," noted one guest at Red Lodge KOA.
Night sky viewing: Rural locations offer excellent stargazing opportunities. At Horseshoe Bend Campground, a visitor observed "Sky is very, very dark and you can see so much on a clear night. Great for anybody with an astronomy hobby!"
What you should know
Weather considerations: The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations. At Horseshoe Bend Campground, one camper reported, "The second night was incredibly windy so we couldn't have a fire and had to park our truck in front of our tent to block the wind."
Bathroom maintenance varies: Facility cleanliness can differ between properties. While many campgrounds maintain clean facilities, some visitors report issues. One camper noted at a property, "Bathrooms and laundry rooms were dirty. Sign on office door indicated that the office would open at 9am, but by 11:30 am it had still not opened."
Wildlife awareness: The area has active wildlife, including bears. At Afterbay Campground, a visitor reported, "During my stay there was lots of bear activity, but the bears avoided human contact and were not a threat."
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation options: Several campgrounds offer access to swimming areas. A visitor at Billings KOA Holiday mentioned they have a "pool and other fun amenities" that are "great for kids."
Playground amenities: Family-friendly campgrounds often provide play equipment for children. "The south side has the kid playground amenities," noted one camper at Red Lodge KOA.
Activity options: Some campgrounds offer organized activities. Mountain Range RV Park includes "a nice area with horse shoes and another toss game" according to a recent visitor.
Tips from RVers
Electric service types: Electric service varies between properties. At Perry's RV and Campgrounds, "The tent sites didn't have electricity" though RV sites at most parks offer electric hookups.
Site leveling: Most RV sites in the region are engineered for ease of parking. Mountain Range RV Park features "level and clean" RV sites according to a visitor.
Hookup placement: Pay attention to the location of utility connections. One RV camper at Billings Village RV Park noted, "Only hiccup was how low to the ground the electric was—we had to bend the cord to connect."
