Grizzly Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from mid-June through late September. Water system upgrades were completed in 2025, though potable water was not available during the season.
R1-2024-01 Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2025-01 Camping stay limits & prohibitions on pallets and refuse use for target shooting
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within all national forests in Montana, and the Dakota Prairie National Grasslands, Idaho Panhandle and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Order 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions
Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathe
Deer Creek Bridge Closure - Superior Ranger District
Due to the recent weather event the Deer Creek Bridge on the Superior Ranger District was severely damaged and is unsafe for travel. For your health and safety please avoid travel in this area.
Ward Creek Road Closure- Superior Ranger District
Due to the recent weather event a portion of the Ward Creek Road is closed. For your health and safety please avoid travel in this area.
25-021-Lolo-D4 Stony Creek Cutoff Closure
The Stony Creek Cutoff Road (Road #5490) is closed for protection of Forest Service stock.
241-023-Lolo-D3 Plant Creek Road Closure
Motor vehicles are prohibited on a portion of Plant Creek Road, National Forest System Road 2132, due to damage following the Miller Peak Fire on the Missoula Ranger District.
About
Grizzly Campground sits at 4,200 feet elevation in the Ranch Creek drainage of the Lolo National Forest, approximately 32 miles from Missoula. The campground features 9 campsites in a forested setting, with several sites directly bordering Ranch Creek. The location provides easy access to Rock Creek, a blue ribbon trout stream known for excellent fishing opportunities. The campground underwent water system upgrades in 2025 through Great American Outdoors Act funding. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. The nearby Grizzly Trailhead offers hiking opportunities in the surrounding forest. Due to the narrow and rough access road along Ranch Creek Road, trailers, motorhomes, and tow vehicles are not recommended. Bear safety and food storage requirements are in effect for the entire Lolo National Forest. Campers must properly store all food and attractants. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a moderate usage level.
Directions
From Missoula, drive 20 miles east on Interstate 90 to Rock Creek exit #126. Drive 11.5 miles south on Rock Creek Road #102, then 1 mile east on Ranch Creek Road. Trailers, motorhomes, and tow vehicles not recommended due to narrow and rough road conditions.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 329-3814 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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