Rattin Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens May 22, 2026 (weather permitting). The opening was delayed due to the East Side Fire but the facility is now cleared. The south bridge is out; use the northside entrance only. 16-day maximum stay limit applies to all Beartooth Ranger District campgrounds.
From Recreation.gov
The USFS and RRM of A are pleased to announce that tremendous progress has been made on the East Side Fire, which was affecting the opening of this facility due to its proximity to the fire. The USFS and RRM of A will be opening the facility for the season on May 22nd, 2026, and reservations will be honored and assume on that date. Please call 928-537-8888 if you need further information.
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
Rattin Campground sits in the shadow of the Beartooth Range along the Main Fork of Rock Creek, approximately 7 miles south of Red Lodge, Montana. The campground features 6 sites, with 3 standard nonelectric sites (1, 2, 3) that can accommodate small trailers up to 20 feet, and 3 tent-only sites (5, 6, 7). A forest of aspen and pine surrounds the area, which is home to grizzly bears, deer, and elk. Amenities include accessible vault toilets, potable water from a hand pump, picnic tables, campfire rings with grills, and a bear-resistant dumpster. Firewood is available for purchase. A campground host is present during the season. Note that trailers are prohibited past Site #3 due to no turnaround, and the south bridge is currently out. The campground serves as a gateway to excellent recreation: rainbow trout fishing in Rock Creek, nearby trails including Mount Maurice, Corral Creek, Bear Track, and the Parkside National Recreation Trail. The Beartooth Wilderness is accessible via Hellroaring and Lake Fork Trailheads. Yellowstone National Park's Northeast Entrance is 60 miles away via the scenic Beartooth Highway.
Directions
From Red Lodge, MT: Drive south on US Highway 212 for approximately 6.7 miles. Turn left onto East Side Road (Forest Road 379, formerly Eastside Road). Proceed 0.3 miles to the campground on your left. Alternatively, turn onto East Side Road at 3.7 miles south of Red Lodge and drive 3.1 miles to reach the campground on your right. Note: The south bridge is out.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $18 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| camping@rrmofa.com | |
| Phone | +1 (928) 537-8888 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Rattin Campground |
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