Bear Creek Campground
Open for the season, operating early May through late November (weather dependent). Potable water from hand pumps is available mid-May through September. First-come, first-served only; no reservations. Food storage order in effect March 1 through December 1. The adjacent Bear Creek Wildlife Management Area is closed December 2 through noon May 15.
Winter Storm Watch issued October 8 at 11:48PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy wet snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches along the Big Belt Mountains and between 6 and 12 inches above 7000 feet in the mountains of Madison and Gallatin counties. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially over mountain passes. Back country conditions may be very dangerous. Wet snow and gusty winds may down trees limbs and power lines.
About
Bear Creek Campground sits at 6,350 feet on the western slope of Montana's Madison Range within the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. This small, first-come, first-served campground offers 12 designated sites split by Bear Creek. Sites 1-6 on the south side are reserved for family camping only, while sites 7-12 on the north accommodate horses and stock with hitchrails and corrals. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. Facilities are basic but functional: two vault toilets (one on each side of the creek), centrally located hand-pump water hydrants, and bear-resistant food storage boxes. Water runs mid-May through September only. There is no garbage service, so plan to pack out everything you bring in. Firewood is extremely scarce near the campground. The campground serves as a staging area for the Lee Metcalf Wilderness via the Trail Fork Bear Creek trailhead. Stock users should note that only certified weed-free hay is permitted, and group size within the wilderness is limited to 15 people and 20 head. Cell coverage is nonexistent in the area. The adjacent Bear Creek Wildlife Management Area closes December 2 through noon on May 15.
Directions
From Ennis, MT travel south on Highway 287 for approximately 10 miles. Turn east on Bear Creek Loop at Cameron, MT. Follow the signs to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 28ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 682-4253 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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