Pine Grove Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. Opens May 26, 2026 and operates through September 6, weather dependent. First-come, first-served only. Food storage order in effect through December 1.
Red Flag Warning issued October 8 at 12:52PM MDT until October 9 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
The National Weather Service in Billings has issued a Red Flag Warning...which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * IMPACTS: Low humidities, unseasonably warm temperatures, and strong gusty winds will create erratic fire behavior for new or existing fire starts. * 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 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * HUMIDITY: As low as 9 percent. * TEMPERATURES: Up to 88. * 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 speeds.
About
Pine Grove Campground is located in the West Rosebud drainage of the Custer Gallatin National Forest, nestled in the trees along the banks of West Rosebud Creek. The 46-site campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system available. Sites cost $15 per night with an additional $5 for extra vehicles. Interagency Senior and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount on the single site fee. The campground provides basic amenities including potable water from a hand pump, vault toilets with accessible facilities, and bear-resistant dumpsters for trash disposal. Some sites are equipped with bear-resistant food storage lockers. A food storage order is in effect on the Beartooth Ranger District from March 1 through December 1, requiring proper storage of all food and attractants. Nearby recreation includes Emerald Lake Campground, West Rosebud Trail (#19), and fishing access at Emerald Lake and West Rosebud Lake. The campground is popular and often fills on summer weekends and holidays. Maximum trailer length is 30 feet, and stays are limited to 16 consecutive days.
Directions
From Red Lodge, drive north on US Highway 212 for 2.1 miles and turn left onto MT-78. Drive 30 miles and turn left onto MT-419 towards Fishtail. Drive 4.4 miles through Fishtail and turn left onto West Rosebud Road. Drive 6.5 miles and turn left to continue on West Rosebud Road. Drive 9.1 miles to the campground on the left. There are two entrances.
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 | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 446-2103 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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