Hick's Park Campground
Currently closed under a Forest Service special order. Normally operates year-round with limited access during fall and winter due to snow. Contact the Yellowstone Ranger District for current conditions and reopening information.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 7:30AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Broadwater, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Gallatin, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Park, Powell, Ravalli, Silver Bow, Sweet Grass, Sanders, Yellowstone counties in effect until 9AM on 08/11/2026 An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near future. Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke As of 7AM on 08/10/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls, Frenchtown, Libby and Missoula are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/10/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Dillon, Great Falls, Helena and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/10/2026, particulate levels in Butte, Cut Bank, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Moderate. When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
About
Hick's Park Campground sits at 5,500 feet elevation in the Main Boulder area of the Custer Gallatin National Forest, approximately 25 miles south of Big Timber on US 298 and then 21 miles south on Main Boulder Road. The 12-site campground spans five gentle acres surrounded by forested hills near the town of McLeod. Each site includes fire rings, picnic tables, and access to bear-proof food storage boxes. Vault toilets with handicapped-accessible facilities are provided. Potable water is not available, so campers must bring their own water supply. Trash service is not provided; pack out all refuse. The campground serves as a base for fishing the Boulder River and exploring the nearby Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Access is significantly restricted for larger vehicles. The road is not suitable for vehicles longer than 32 feet, there is no turnaround, and travel with a trailer is not recommended south of Hells Canyon.
Directions
25 miles south of Big Timber on US 298, then 21 miles south on Main Boulder Road (County Road 212). No turnaround available. Access road not suitable for vehicles longer than 32 feet. Travel with a trailer is not recommended south of Hells Canyon.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-6710 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Hick's Park Campground |
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