Richardson Campground
The campground operates seasonally with variable open and close dates depending on snowfall conditions. No reservations are accepted. Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days. A food storage order is in effect March 1 through December 1.
Winter Storm Warning issued October 11 at 10:29AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds combined with the wet and heavy nature of the snow could bring down tree branches. Isolated power outages are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts will vary drastically from grassy surfaces to roadways, most notably at lower elevations, with accumulations on non-grassy surfaces being confined mainly to between the evening through late morning hours.
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
Richardson Campground offers a quiet, rustic camping experience in the Castle Mountains of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. Located at 5,500 feet elevation on an 8-acre hillside covered in lodgepole pine, this small campground provides just 3 sites for those seeking solitude. Richardson Creek flows nearby, and scenic hiking trails are accessible directly from the campground. The campground is primitive but well-equipped for basic camping. Each site includes a fire ring or grill and a picnic table. An ADA-accessible vault toilet serves the area, though no potable water is available. The maximum recommended trailer length is 16 feet due to the forest road access and site configurations. This is a first-come, first-served campground with no reservations. A food storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1 to prevent bear conflicts. Leashed dogs are welcome, but horses are prohibited. All OHVs must remain on the campground road.
Directions
Turn south near Mile Post 49 about 7 miles east of White Sulphur Springs on US Highway 12, then go 5 miles south on Forest Road 211.
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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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