Tom Miner Campground
Closed for the season. Opens June 1, 2026 and operates through October 31, weather dependent. First-come, first-served only with no reservations. Expect the campground to fill on summer weekends and holidays; arrive early afternoon to secure a site.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:11PM MDT until July 23 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest Montana, including the following areas, Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains, Northwest Beaverhead County and Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rain are expected Wednesday afternoon and evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Tom Miner Campground sits in the scenic Gallatin Mountains within the Custer Gallatin National Forest, approximately 17 miles northwest of Gardiner on US 89 and then 12 miles southwest on Tom Miner Road. The campground offers 16 individual sites and 2 group sites, each with a picnic table and metal fire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water from a hand pump are available. The campground serves as a gateway to the Gallatin Petrified Forest Trail, with the trailhead located at the upper end of the campground. Horse corrals are adjacent to the trailhead, making this a popular staging area for equestrian users. The area offers opportunities for day hiking, scenic viewing, and river/stream fishing. This is a primitive campground with no hookups, dump station, showers, trash service, or firewood available. Campers must pack out all trash. The access road is not suitable for vehicles longer than 40 feet. A food storage order is in effect on the Gardiner Ranger District to reduce bear encounters.
Directions
17 miles northwest of Gardiner on US 89, then 12 miles southwest on Tom Miner Road. Road not suitable for vehicles longer than 40 feet.
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 | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 848-7375 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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