Rattin Campground
RATTIN CAMPGROUND
Part of Custer Gallatin National Forest
Overview
Rattin Campground is located 7 miles south of Red Lodge, Montana, just off the scenic Beartooth Highway. The area is a popular location for fishing, hiking and scenic driving.
Facilities
This small campground offers single-family sites. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are accessible vault toilets and drinking water.Natural Features
The campground sits in the shadow of the Beartooth Range on the banks of Rock Creek. A forest of aspen and pine covers the area. A variety of wildlife, including grizzly bear, deer and elk, make their home in the surrounding area.Recreation
The Main Fork of Rock Creek offers rainbow trout fishing. Greenough Lake is 8 miles away and is a popular area for canoeing, kayaking and fishing.The Beartooth Wilderness can be accessed via the Hellroaring and Lake Fork Trailheads, both of which are nearby. Beartrack and Corral Creek Trailheads are close by as well.
Visitors also enjoy mountain biking and hiking on the Parkside National Recreation Trail. Hellroaring Road is open to off-road vehicles.
Nearby Attractions
The charming town of Red Lodge, Montana offers a variety of dining and lodging options, galleries, shops and summer events. The Home of Champions Rodeo is held on the Fourth of July weekend, Beartooth Bike Rally and Iron Horse Rodeo in mid-July, Mountain Man Rendezvous in late July and the Festival of Nations in early August.The Beartooth Highway was deemed "the most beautiful drive in America" by the late Charles Kuralt. It snakes across the rugged Beartooth Mountains from Red Lodge to Cooke City, Montana, and is the highest elevation highway in the Northern Rockies. Along the way, visitors are treated to sweeping views and plentiful outdoor recreation opportunities.
Yellowstone National Park's Northeast Entrance is 60 miles from the campground via the Beartooth Highway. The park offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, as well as breathtaking scenery and unique geological features.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.Important Notices
Entrance to campground is now open via the southside bridge. Please note: Trailers are prohibited past Site #3 because there is no turnaround.
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
Bears frequent the area; please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.
Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host.
Click here for more information on the Custer National Forest.
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
Notifications and Alerts
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.
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.
Available Activities
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Biking - Biking
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned - Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Non-Motorized Boating - Non-Motorized Boating
- Off Road Vehicle Trails - Off Road Vehicle Trails
- Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
Directions
<p>Rattin Campground is located 60 miles northeast of Cooke City, MT and the northeast gate to Yellowstone National Park. It is 7 miles south of Red Lodge, MT. On U.S. Highway 212, turn off at Rattin Campground Road (Forest Road 379; formerly Eastside Road) and proceed 0.5 miles to the campground entrance on the left. THE SOUTH BRIDGE IS OUT!</p>
Cancellation Policy
<p><strong>Refunds:</strong> Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This cancellation processing fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation processing fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).</p>
Contact Information
Phone: 406-587-9054
FOREST ROAD 379RED LODGE, MT 59068
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 2, Loop AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 7, Loop AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 5, Loop AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 3, Loop AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 6, Loop AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
