Best Tent Camping near Roberts, MT
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Best Tent Sites Near Roberts, Montana (14)
1. M-K Campground
8 Reviews•49 Photos•128 SavesRed Lodge, MontanaM-K is a free campground located 2.6 miles up the Main Fork Rock Creek Road #2421, not far from the Beartooth Highway. Mount Maurice Trail (#6) Corral Creek Trail (#9), Beartrack Trail (#8), Lake Fork Trail (#2), Parkside National Recreation Trail (#103), Hellroaring Plateau Trail (#11), Glacier Lake Trail (#3), Sheridan Campground, Rattin Campground, Parkside Campground, Limber Pine Campground and Greenough Lake Campground are also located in the Man Fork Rock Creek drainage.Camp sites: 10Max Trailer Length: 20ftHost: NoAccessible Facilities: Vault ToiletsTrash Pickup: NoFirewood: No. Don't move firewood to other areas or bring in outside firewood. Prevent the spread of tree-killing insects by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it there.Reservations:No Reservations: This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night. There is a 16 day stay limit. Some sites have bear resistant food storage lockers.M-K Campground remains open year-round. In the off-season there are no services, the campground is not maintained, and roads are not plowed. If you visit outside the peak fee season, please bring your own water, toilet paper (outhouse will remain open), and please pack out your trash.Directions from district office:Drive south on US Hwy 212 towards Cooke City for 10.9 miles. Turn right onto the Main Fork Rock Creek Rd (FR #2421). Drive 0.9 miles past Parkside, Greenough and Limberpine Campgrounds. Turn leftjust have to Limberpine Campground to continue on the Main Fork Rock Creek Rd. Drive 2.6 miles to the campground.*Please be advised the Main Fork Rd. is bumpy and rocky, especially beyond M-K campground. High clearance vehicles are recommended.Information:Beartooth Ranger District6811 Hwy 212Red Lodge, MT 59068(406) 446-2103
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Toilets
- Alcohol
2. Swinging Bridge Fishing Access Site - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
4 Reviews•13 Photos•25 SavesFishtail, MontanaClosed until further notice:
Emergency Site Closure This fishing access site is closed due to flood damage leaving the site without a safe access road. These public safety risks caused by extremely high water levels, endangered and failing infrastructure, flooded and impassible access roads, and limited availability of search and rescue resources. Closures will be strictly enforced. Signs are posted at the highway and road entrance. 06/16/2022 - Until further notice- Pets
- Fires
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
6. East Boulder Campground
9 Reviews•33 Photos•169 SavesMcleod, MontanaThis campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night. Accessible - yes (toilet as well)
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- Fires
- ADA Access
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- Picnic Table
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7. Initial Creek Campground
1 Review•5 Photos•30 SavesNye, MontanaThis free campground is located on the West Fork Stillwater Road and is near the West Fork Stillwater Trail (#90). The campground is maintained from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but is opened the rest of the year without services. There is a 16 day stay limit for all Beartooth Ranger District campgrounds.For a road map of the area, which shows campground locations, please see our Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM)Camp sites: 6Host: NoMax Trailer Length: 20 ftAccessible Facilities: noneTrash Pickup:NoFirewood:NoReservationsNo Reservations. This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night. There is a 16 day stay limit. Some sites in campground have bear resistant food storage lockers. Individual camp sites vary in size, but the max trailer length is 20ft. Initial Creek Campground remains open year-round. However, in the off-season, the roads to the campground are not plowed and the campground is not maintained. There is no water and no services. Please pack out all of your trash.Directions from district office:Drive north on US Hwy 212 for 2.1 miles. Turn left (west) onto MT-78 and drive 30 miles. Turn left (west) onto MT-419 towards Fishtail. Drive through Nye and for a total of 25.9 miles. Immediately after the Stillwater Mine, turn right (west) onto the West Fork Stillwater Rd (FR 2846). Drive 7.8 miles to the trailhead.*The West Fork Stillwater Rd is a rough road. High clearance vehicles are advised.Information:Beartooth Ranger District Office6811 US Hwy 212Red Lodge, MT 59068(406) 446-2103
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8. Sheridan Campground
Be the first to review!•4 SavesRed Lodge, Montana- Pets
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- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
9. Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass
1 Review•5 Photos•140 SavesCooke City, Montana- Pets
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- Dispersed
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10. Pelican Fishing Access Site
1 Review•3 SavesGreycliff, Montana- Pets
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- Phone Service
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Recent Tent Reviews near Roberts, Montana
342 Reviews of 14 Roberts Campgrounds
TravelingTaylors T.
Traveler
Mountain Range Rv Park
Small Yet Convienent
Very clean RV/tent campground just outside of Billings with full hookups and a lovely area for tent camping. Laundry facilities, showers. We have stayed here a few times while visiting our daughter and the owners have been very kind to us. There is noise from the interstate, train, cows, etc but if you travel you should be used to that. Great stop on the way to Yellowstone, Red Lodge or another fun places nearby.
Dexter I.
Legend
Shoshone National Forest Crazy Creek Campground
Great camping near Yellowstone - last tent allowed campground before YNP
Crazy Creek Campground is a nice wooded campground near the North East entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Crazy Creek is also the last developed campground as you head to the park that allows for tent camping, from here to the entrance the campgrounds allow only hard sided camping units due to bear activity.
Crazy Creek campground is a 16 unit campground. Each site has plenty of trees which was great as it allowed my to use my hammock. Each site has a picnic table and metal fire ring and plenty of room for your tent. Campground has a vault toilet. No water is available. Campground is not ADA accessible. Bear storage lockers are available as food must be stored in your car or one of the lockers. Dumpster is available for your trash. Sites are just $10 a night, but they fill up fast. A great feature of this campground is the Crazy Creek trail. A trail from the campground takes you across the highway to the trail, a very short hike brings you to Crazy Creek falls.
Charley K.
Ranger
Perry's RV and Campgrounds
Camping near the river
Nice RV Park with lots of trees and a pretty river running next to the park. Tent camping is ok and there are some small cabins.
Jess S.Traveler
Spring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch
Quiet & clean
Tent camped for 1 night. Campground was quiet and had very clean bathrooms/showers. Would definitely stay here again but pay the extra $10 for dry camp as it was pretty muddy
Alan B.Legend
Red Lodge KOA
Good location for a KOA
Is a good spot to set up if you're looking to explore Red Lodge or the Beartooth Mountains. Nothing fancy but has more amenities than most tent sites
- Valentina H.Traveler
Perry's RV and Campgrounds
Would come back
The tent sites didn’t have electricity but that was fine for us. The price was good & the owner was nice. We just spent a night here heading to Yellowstone
Nathan L.
Scout
Yellowstone River RV Park & Campground
More of an RV park
Tent camping here is not very private. You basically pitch a tent in the middle of a bunch of RVs with very little tree cover. Also, we were in T1 and near the bathrooms which made it so people would cut through our campsite often.
That being said all the facilities are very nice and the staff as well.
Tent campers beware but not that ware.
Linda C.Traveler
Cliff Swallow
Nice spot by the river
About 7 miles west of Absarokee, 2.5 of them gravel. Sign said tent camping only but I stayed one night in my Sprinter van with no problem. Did not use vault toilet so cannot speak to its condition. Some algae near the shore of river but waded out deeper for refreshing dip.
- CCeline K.Ranger
Billings KOA
It’s a KOA…
This is a noisy place to stay! I was in a tent and thought it was overpriced. The tent sites were just a corner of grass on the edge of the site. Lots of noise from RVs and the interstate nearby. However, it was clean and well maintained.
- David A.Scout
Riverside City Park
Nice campground
This camground was fairly quiet. 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. They have little concrete circles on the ground with numbers. After we figured that out it was easy to get set up and paid.
Steven D.Scout
Big Timber-Greycliff KOA
Enjoyed the cabin
We upgraded from a tent site to a cabin because there was a storm coming through as we were driving. We enjoyed the cabin quite a bit, and we'll do it again. We love the campground, but the traffic noise and occasional trains were quite irritating
Joe B.TravelerBig Timber-Greycliff KOA
Great place to camp!
This was our families first stay at a KOA. We really enjoyed our time. We tent camped. We had electric and water at our site, and we were just a short walk to an inflatable trampoline, a heated pool, the camp store, showers, restrooms, and laundry facilities. The staff were very helpful with anything we needed. Great campground to stay at!
- Jeff K.
Guide
Swinging Bridge Fishing Access Site - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Small but nice
Only a few tent sites, none very big. Camping is more along the irrigation ditch but you could wade to the Stillwater River to fish. Would not recommend for trailers or campers, even a small teardrop would be tough to maneuver. Really feels like you're camping in the backyard of the ranch you drive thru to reach the site. Fire pits were nice.
- Carly R.Guide
Itch-Kep-Pe Park
Easy decent camp spot
Arrive at around 11pm on a Saturday night. The good spots were taken but still plenty of room for our 4Runner + RTT. We used as a single night stop over driving up to Glacier. Some of the grass is well kept and mowed and other spots unmanaged. A lot of tent sites toward the back in a quieter dark area. Overall for a free site it was really nice. There were definitely some very sweet spots right on the Yellowstone river.
James D.Guide
Basin Campground
Fun camping, kayaking and fishing!
My wife and I were able to stay here for 3 nights. The grounds feature vault toilets, campfire rings, food storage lockers, and even a hand pump for water. There is someone who sells firewood at the camp which makes things easy on everyone. The tent site was level and large. There are some good hiking trails but they are open to mountain bikers so heads up! They may get pretty muddy. The kayaking was peaceful. I didn't catch much fishing but that's my fault not the campsites! We were on the Wild Bill Lake.
Tonya Y.GuideBasin Campground
Beautiful, Clean, Quiet and Natural Environment
We came into this campground on a Wednesday and picked the best of three open sites. There were a lot of reserved sites, but they were mostly coming in on Friday.
The site was beautiful and very close to the river (the sound was great). The vault toilets were very clean. The water was available through a easy to use hand pump. The camp hosts had firewood for $5.00 per bundle.
We were tent camping and the site had a large pad, a place for my hammock, a nice wooden picnic table, and a GREAT fire ring. The sites were all very far apart from each other.
Lillie D.ScoutSpring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch
What a Good Day!
This is a beautiful place! If you get a spot next to the river they the sound of the water is phenomenal! They also stock the ponds with trout so that for dinner you can eat fish. They also clean the fish for you. The cabins that they have are clean and cozy. The tent camping sites are the best though. The showers and bathrooms are clean and have the best decor! They even have a laundry room for you to wash clothes. Right down the road to Big Timber is a small drug store with the best shakes that brings a perfect end to the day.
Cullen C.Guide
Cooney State Park Campground
Clean campground, but not where I’d stay
Campsite has plenty of spots and decent amenities. Some of the spots have lake access where we saw other campers with their boats tied up to shore. The spots were way too close together for my liking. There were almost no trees, which meant no privacy from other campers. The campsite was EXTREMELY overpriced. We paid $36 for one night of tent camping ($8 vehicle fee and $26 tenters fee). This might be a reasonable price for RVs hooked up to electricity and water, but this was a ripoff for tenters that used only the pit toilet amenity. The lake was pretty, but I will absolutely continue on and camp in the Beartooth Mtns next time around.
- NN I.Legend
East Boulder Campground
Country Time
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. It could be tent sites or very small RV, van, trailer. One site is right along side the creek which is the best site. The second site has a path to the creek. The toilet is located between the two sites. Needed fly spray for the toilet. Toilet didn't smell the flies were just so BAD. The site next to the creek is totally open, great for solar. The other site is wooded and shady. With so many of the sites in Montana you will have amazing mountain views.
Directions: 19 miles S of Big Timber on US 298, then 6 miles East on East Boulder Road County R 205.
Caleb J. B.TravelerMountain Range Rv Park
Beautiful and adequate
For what you pay, this is not a bad site. 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. There is also a comunal propane grill for meals in you provide the propane. Now the cons. You are adjacent to the interstate, so you have a lot of noise. Bathroom facilities are okay, not stellar, just okay. The urinal was out of order during my stay, and the showers could use more pressure. Walls also need cleaned. The bugs were bad, but there is nothing the park can do to fix that.
- JJuanita R.Traveler
Big Timber-Greycliff KOA
A refreshing oasis amidst a turmoil
We came up thru the Rockies and Yellowstone with no available camp sites and it was getting late and we found a space here. We were originally planning on staying one night but stayed 3. The staff was so friendly and attentive. The bathrooms and showers were clean. The pool was nice and refreshing. There are raspberries bushes around the pool that you can pick. We made raspberry jam on the fire. Chokecherry trees surround the camp grounds that can also be picked. There’s a stream that runs around the back. While you stay check out natural bridge falls only 30 minutes away. Tent site was about 37 a night.
- KKim B.Ranger
Perry's RV and Campgrounds
Peaceful Sleep
This family owned and operated campground is located outside of the quaint town of Red Lodge and at the entrance to Beartooth Scenic Byway. At first glance you might not thing it is that great but tent sites give you a primitive feel and are right on the heavy flowing Rock Creek making sleeping nice. We had the only kids onsite but quickly found out from other campers this is a site that has repeat visitors and most were older travelers or bikers. Kids are welcome! The mosquitoes in the area can carry you away so prepare your campsite for that. The shower houses were so clean with plenty of hot water! This is a cash only campground! Our recommendations for the area are to spend one day driving Beartooth Scenic Byway and then crossover Chief Joseph Scenic Byway. Stop at the lookouts! We also went white water rafting with Adventure Whitewater! So fun! Bogarts has great food. Enjoy!
- CCraig L.Guide
Billings KOA
The Original KOA . . .
Quite possibly our favorite campsite so far on our trip to Yellowstone. This is the original KOA established in 1962, and believe me they have it down to an art AND a science. The place is incredibly organized, the staff is amazing. They have all the amenities that will make your stay truly memorable for you and your family. They have a large swimming pool, and a hot tub, and a great little putt putt golf course. The tent sites were very comfortable, they are on grass, with grated fire pits.
I’ve never been to a place that had so many bathrooms, and showers. There was never a line at any time. The laundry facilities were immaculate, and always available.
This KOA truly sets the bar for a safe environment for you and your family. The only challenge that I had was trying to get my daughter to leave. She was happy staying there versus going to see Yellowstone park!
- KKim B.Ranger
Billings KOA
Commercial Campground
If you are looking for a busy campground this is it. Lots of activities going on. Access to the river which is beautiful. Great laundry room. Showers were nice and hot. They are unisex so all located in same building. A little strange walking out our your shower room. They were clean. Tent sites were ok. Don’t expect privacy or peace. Although, there is security to try and enforce many don’t listen. A lot of late nighters stay here. Location is ok but there is a little interstate traffic noise. We tried to get located for easy access to Yellowstone and Cody. After spending the day in Cody we found several nice campgrounds available sometimes you just have to risk it and show up. We are moving to Res lodge area to be closer to Yellowstone. We also found this is a campground used for locals for weekend away for swimming and hanging out. A lot of unattended children. Nice enough but we prefer more secluded accommodations.
Lee D.LegendBillings KOA
Not our typical campground but 5 stars nonetheless!
General: Upon arriving at this campground (the FIRST Holiday KOA), I felt like we were in Disneyland! Everything was spotlessly clean, the staff was exceptionally friendly and even though there were rain clouds in the sky, it felt sunny!
Site Quality/Facilities: There are a variety of sites ranging from tent to full hookup with concrete patio, swing, and upgraded picnic table with umbrella. We had reserved a water/electric site. The first site assigned to us had a huge puddle from the recent rain so I went back to the office and asked if we could switch to the one next to it and it was no problem to do so. Sites that back up to the river are, in my opinion, the nicest but they don’t have full hookups if that is what you need. Some of the tent sites will hear road noise. There is a restaurant on-site (Pistol Pete’s) that was not open when we were there (due to Covid) but there was a food truck where you could order breakfast sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, etc. We did not try this so cannot comment on the quality. Coin-operated laundry.
Bathhouse: As nice as, if not nicer than, our bathroom at home! The tiled showers were very clean (it helped that I snagged one just after it was cleaned) and had a bench, plenty of hooks, a sink, and a toilet in an all-in-one. The water pressure was a little meek but hot. Husband had a shower in the alternative trailer– nice and clean but not as fancy.
Activities: Pool, hot tub, nice playground, mini golf all on-site. Campground backs up to the Yellowstone River with direct access, although the river was very low when we were there.
This very family-friendly campground is not our typical place to camp but after a week without, we needed showers and electricity and it was a Friday night in August, so we are glad we made the reservation to stay here!
- LLoren W.Traveler
Yellowstone River RV Park & Campground
Nice RV park and campground
Stopped for one night tent dry camping on 9/10/20. Clean and quiet. Close to interstate (pros and cons). Parking available next to tent area. No fire rings in the large tent area. Limited picnic tables. Had two bucks stroll within 30 yards of the tent area. Bathrooms and showers were secure and clean. No firewood for sale. Had to buy from KOA next door.
Skylar M.RangerBasin Campground
Gorgeous!!
Montana is one of my favorite places to visit. The amount of outdoor activities is incredible. We try to visit Montana once a year, and it’s obky because we love being surrounded by the mountains and hiking. Basin Montana Campground doesn’t disappoint. Here are some things I like:
1. Big spacious spaces
2. Close to hiking- beautiful hikes nearby that are hard to beat! Views are gorgeous!
3. Lots of campground spaces- with picnic tables and fire rings. Bring your own wood!
4. Close to some great restaurants.
If going in the summer time I would recommend reserving your spot ahead of time. This is important! They save your spot with a tag so no one else can take it. If you walk up you probably won’t grt a spot. Can’t wait to come back!
Guide to Roberts
Tent camping near Roberts, Montana offers a serene escape into nature, with a variety of campgrounds that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for adventure and tranquility.
Tips for tent camping near Roberts
- The M-K Campground is open year-round, but be prepared for unplowed roads during the off-season.
- At Initial Creek Campground, you'll find a peaceful setting with only six sites, each equipped with a bear-proof container for food storage.
- For a more secluded experience, consider the Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass, where campsites are scattered along trails, providing privacy and stunning views.
Tent campers should check out M-K Campground
- The M-K Campground features pit toilets and a beautiful backdrop of pines and aspens, making it a peaceful retreat.
- Nearby trails offer excellent hiking opportunities, allowing you to explore the stunning Custer Gallatin National Forest.
- The campground is surrounded by dispersed camping options, providing additional space for those seeking solitude.
Enjoy local attractions while camping
- The Swinging Bridge Fishing Access Site offers great fishing opportunities along a fast-moving creek, perfect for anglers looking to catch some local fish.
- Just a short drive away, the Pelican Fishing Access Site provides access to the Yellowstone River, ideal for rockhounding and enjoying the scenic views.
- For those interested in exploring more, the Sheridan Campground is conveniently located near Red Lodge, offering additional amenities and access to local attractions.
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