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Parkside Campground and Group Campsites
Parkside Campground is south of Red Lodge, along the banks of the Main Fork of Rock Creek. It is near the base of the switchbacks of the Beartooth Scenic Highway. Mount Maurice Trail (#6), Corral Creek Trail (#9), Bear Track Trail (#8), Lake Fork Trail (#2), Parkside National Recreation Trail (#103), Hellroaring Plateau Trail (#11), Glacier Lake Trail (#3), Sheridan Campground, Rattin Campground, Greenough Lake Campground, Limber Pine Campground and M-K Campground are also located in the Man Fork Rock Creek drainage.
There is a 16 day maximum stay in all Beartooth Ranger District campgrounds.
- Camp sites: 28
- Host: Yes
- Max Trailer Length: 40ft
- Accessible Facilities: Toilet and 2 campsites. Visit Recreation.gov for details.
- Trash Pickup: Bear resistant dumpsters centrally located entrance of Greenough Lake CG road
- Firewood:Yes- $5.00 / bundle. 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 or purchasing it from the campground host.
If you have questions before your visit, please contact the Beartooth Ranger District at 406-446-2103.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | Reservations must be made more than 5 nights in advance of your stay. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance of your stay. Get a campground map or reserve a campsite 1-877-444-6777 *** 20% of this campground is for walk-in customers (no reservations). Be advised that this campground is very popular and may fill up on during the summer months, especially on weekends and holidays. You should plan accordingly, make a reservation if possible, or arrive early to ensure there is a space available for the night. Some sites are equipped with bear resistant food storage lockers. Look under site amenities in reservation system. |
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| Fees: | $18.00 includes 1 driving vehicle
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| Open Season: | Early-May - Late-September (call district office for exact dates, 406-446-2103) |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Closest Towns: | Red Lodge, MT |
| Water: | Potable Water |
| Restroom: | Yes. Vault toilet |
| Operated By: | Gallatin Canyon Campgrounds |
General Information
Directions:
Directions from Beartooth Ranger District office:
Drive south on US Hwy 212, towards Cooke City, for 10.7 miles. Turn right on the Main Fork Rd (Forest Road 2421). Drive 0.4 miles to the entrance to Parkside Campground.
Directions:
Directions from Beartooth Ranger District office:
Drive south on US Hwy 212 towards Cooke City for 10.7 miles. Turn right onto the Main Fork Rd (Forest Road 2421). Drive 0.4 miles to the entrance to Parkside Campground, on your right.
Activities
Campground Camping
Parkside Campground is next door to both Greenough Lake and Limber Pine Campgrounds.
Group Camping
Day Hiking
Parkside National Recreation Trail (# 103) begins at Parkside Campground and travels south towards M-K Campground. Lower Parkside Trail (# 106) travels north from the campground and connects to the Lower Lake Fork (# 2A) and Lake Fork (# 2) trails.
General Info:
Seasonal Information
Winter Use:
This campground is maintained from Early-May to Late September (call district office for exact season dates). During these dates there is a fee to stay in the campground (listed below). Outside of the peak summer dates, the campground is ungated, free, and available for use (no services, not maintained, 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.
Seasonal Information
Winter Use:
This campground is maintained from Early-May to Late September (call district office for exact season dates). During these dates there is a fee to stay in the campground (listed below). Outside of the peak summer dates, the campground is ungated, free, and available for use (no services, not maintained, 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.
Seasonal Information
Winter Use:
This campground is maintained from Early-May to Late September (call district office for exact season dates). During these dates there is a fee to stay in the campground (listed below). Outside of the peak summer dates, the campground is ungated, free, and available for use (no services, not maintained, 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.
Seasonal Information
Winter Use:
This campground is maintained from Early-May to Late September (call district office for exact season dates). During these dates there is a fee to stay in the campground (listed below). Outside of the peak summer dates, the campground is ungated, free, and available for use (no services, not maintained, 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
Directions from Beartooth Ranger District office:
Drive south on US Hwy 212 towards Cooke City for 10.7 miles. Turn right onto the Main Fork Rd (Forest Road 2421). Drive 0.4 miles to the entrance to Parkside Campground, on your right.
Seasonal Information
Winter Use:
This campground is maintained from Early-May to Late September (call district office for exact season dates). During these dates there is a fee to stay in the campground (listed below). Outside of the peak summer dates, the campground is ungated, free, and available for use (no services, not maintained, 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.
Seasonal Information
Winter Use:
This campground is maintained from Early-May to Late September (call district office for exact season dates). During these dates there is a fee to stay in the campground (listed below). Outside of the peak summer dates, the campground is ungated, free, and available for use (no services, not maintained, 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.
Viewing Scenery
Picnicking
Location