Mill Creek Campground
Open seasonally from late May through late September, weather dependent. Potable water is currently unavailable; campers should bring their own water supply. Mandatory food storage order in effect March 1 through December 1.
Fire Weather Watch issued September 11 at 10:27AM MDT until September 13 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING DUE TO WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR EAST BEAVERHEAD... The National Weather Service in Missoula MT has issued a Fire Weather Watch. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 111. * TIMING...From Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening. * WINDS...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Relative Humidity between 15 to 25 percent. * Strongest winds and lowest RH will be across the southern half of the zone. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
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.
About
Mill Creek Campground is a small, rustic campground nestled in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest near Sheridan, Montana. With 10 designated campsites, the campground offers a quiet retreat for tent campers and those with smaller trailers up to 22 feet in length. Each site features fire rings with grates and picnic tables. The campground operates seasonally from late May through late September, weather dependent. A mandatory food storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1 due to bear activity in the area. Campers must pack out all trash as no refuse collection is provided. The 16-day stay limit allows for extended visits while ensuring site availability for others. Access is straightforward via Mill Creek Road, which departs from the center of Sheridan. Look for the Forest Service access sign. The Madison Ranger District manages this campground and can provide current conditions and additional information.
Directions
The campground is located about 7 miles east of Sheridan on Mill Creek Road. Mill Creek Road departs from the center of Sheridan, Montana; look for the Forest Service access sign.
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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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 682-4253 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Mill Creek Campground | |
| Beaverhead-Deerlodge NF Alerts |
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