Battle Ridge Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season and opens May 15, 2026. Vehicle access is weather-dependent. Peak season fees ($10/night) apply June 1 through September 15; camping is free outside this window.
Red Flag Warning issued September 3 at 2:53AM MDT until September 3 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
* IMPACTS: Low humidities and strong gusty winds will create erratic fire behavior. * AFFECTED AREA: In North Central WY Fire Zone...284. In South Central MT Fire Zones...123...124...125...126...127 128...129. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central MT...Golden Valley...Musselshell...Wheatland. In North Central WY...Big Horn...Johnson...Sheridan...Washakie. In South Central MT...Big Horn...Carbon...Park...Stillwater Sweet Grass...Yellowstone. In Southwest MT...Gallatin. * WIND: Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. The strongest winds are forecast in the mountains and foothills. * HUMIDITY: As low as 15 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS: For MTZ123 and MTZ126, the worst conditions are expected across the lower elevations.
About
Battle Ridge Campground is a small, primitive campground situated at Battle Ridge Pass on the east side of the Bridger Mountains, approximately 22 miles north of Bozeman via Montana Highway 86. The 12-site campground sits within the Custer Gallatin National Forest on the Bozeman Ranger District, surrounded by evergreen-forested slopes that include the prominent 9,004-foot Ross Peak. This is a basic facility designed for those seeking a no-frills camping experience. The campground has vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own water supply. There is no trash service, requiring visitors to pack out all garbage. Sites are first-come, first-served with no reservations accepted. The campground is free to use outside the peak season, with a $10 per night fee charged between June 1 and September 15. Vehicle access is weather-dependent, typically available from mid-May through November, with snow affecting accessibility during winter months. The nearby Battle Ridge Trailhead provides access to hiking opportunities in the Bridger Mountains.
Directions
From Bozeman, drive north on Highway 86 (Bridger Canyon Road) for approximately 22 miles. The campground is located at Battle Ridge Pass.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 522-2520 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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