East Boulder Campground
Open year-round depending on weather conditions. First-come, first-served with no reservations. A food storage order is in effect on the Yellowstone Ranger District through December 1, 2026 to prevent bear encounters.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 9:03AM MDT until July 23 at 2:00AM MDT by NWS Billings MT
The combination of a moist and unstable air mass with slow moving thunderstorms capable of producing very heavy rain, will bring a risk of flash flooding Wednesday afternoon and evening. * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of south central Montana, including the following areas, Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains, Beartooth Foothills, Bighorn Canyon, Livingston Area, Northern Carbon, Paradise Valley, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains, Red Lodge Foothills, Southeastern Carbon and Southern Big Horn and north central Wyoming, including the following areas, Northeast Bighorn Mountains and Sheridan Foothills. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through late Wednesday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars, including the Robertson Draw and East Side south of Red Lodge, and the Elk along the eastern slopes of the Bighorn Mountains, are at risk of experiencing flash flooding and debris flows. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms capable of producing very heavy rain are expected Wednesday afternoon and evening. These storms may cause localized flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
East Boulder Campground offers a peaceful backcountry camping experience along the banks of the East Boulder River in Montana's Custer Gallatin National Forest. This small campground features just two sites, providing a secluded setting ideal for campers seeking solitude away from more developed recreation areas. The campground is free to use and operates entirely on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Facilities are intentionally primitive, consisting only of a vault toilet. There is no potable water, so campers must bring an adequate supply. Trash service is not provided, requiring visitors to pack out all waste. RVs and trailers are not permitted due to access constraints. Popular activities include day hiking in the surrounding forest and fishing in the East Boulder River. The campground is accessed by traveling 19 miles south of Big Timber on US 298, then 6 miles east on East Boulder Road (County Road 205). While officially open year-round, access may be limited during winter months depending on weather and road conditions.
Directions
19 miles south of Big Timber on US 298, then 6 miles east on East Boulder Road (County Road 205).
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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-6710 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS East Boulder Campground | |
| Custer Gallatin NF Alerts |
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