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.
Winter Storm Warning issued October 10 at 10:40PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds combined with the wet and heavy nature of the snow could bring down tree branches. Isolated power outages are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts will vary drastically from grassy surfaces to roadways, most notably at lower elevations, with accumulations on non-grassy surfaces being confined mainly to between the evening through late morning hours.
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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