Greenough Lake
Closed for the season. Opens May 26, 2026 (weather dependent). Season runs through September 8. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Bears frequent the area; all food must be stored in approved containers, a locked vehicle, or provided food storage lockers.
Winter Storm Warning issued October 9 at 7:00PM MDT until October 12 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
* WHAT...Periods of heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 18 inches, greatest above 8000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains and Crazy Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to noon MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by harsh wintry conditions. Be prepared.
Red Flag Warning issued October 9 at 10:40AM MDT until October 9 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
* IMPACTS: Low humidities, unseasonably warm temperatures, and strong gusty winds will create erratic fire behavior and rapid spread of new or existing fires. * AFFECTED AREA: In North Central WY Fire Zones...274...284. In South Central MT Fire Zones...123...124...126. * COUNTIES AFFECTED: In Central MT...Wheatland. In North Central WY...Big Horn...Johnson...Sheridan...Washakie. In South Central MT...Carbon...Park...Stillwater...Sweet Grass. In Southwest MT...Gallatin. * WIND: Southwest 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 8 percent. * TEMPERATURES: 84 to 90 degrees, warmest over Zone WY274. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The worst conditions are expected across the lower to middle elevations in fine fuels. The strongest winds are expected in mountain locations and the foothills west of Billings. Zone WY274 will see lower wind gusts of 15 to 25 mph.
From Recreation.gov
*RRM of A and its partner, the US Forest Service, will be increasing the fees at this facility for Single Family sites in 2027. This increase has been approved to offset operational costs and to ensure we bring you the same great level of service you have become accustomed to enjoying. Thank you for your understanding. For questions or comments, please call 928-537-8888.*
About
Greenough Lake Campground is located 12 miles south of Red Lodge, Montana, just off the scenic Beartooth Highway in the Custer Gallatin National Forest. The campground sits in a forest of aspen and pine trees on the banks of the Main Fork of Rock Creek, within walking distance of Greenough Lake. The Beartooth Range provides a dramatic backdrop. The campground offers 18 single-family campsites, two of which are ADA accessible. Each site includes a picnic table and campfire ring. Accessible vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are available. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host. Greenough Lake provides opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and rainbow trout fishing. The Main Fork of Rock Creek is also a popular fishing stream. Hikers can access the Beartooth Wilderness via the nearby Hellroaring and Lake Fork trailheads. The Parkside National Recreation Trail offers mountain biking and hiking. Yellowstone National Park's northeast entrance is 55 miles away via the Beartooth Highway.
Directions
From U.S. Highway 212, turn off at Rock Creek Road (Forest Road 2421). Go 1 mile to campground entrance, which is on the left.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| camping@rrmofa.com | |
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-9054 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Greenough Lake Campground |
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