Basin Campground Custer National Forest Montana
Basin Overview
Basin Campground has 30 campsites in a heavily wooded area along the West Fork of Rock Creek in the Custer Gallatin National Forest. Campsites are suitable for tents, trailers and RVs. Each campsite also has a table, fire ring and grill.
The campground is usually open mid-May to mid-September. Amenities include drinking water and vault toilets. Most campsites are reservable, but about 20% are first-come, first-serve.
Basin – Area Recreation
The area is a popular location for hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, hunting and fishing. Fishing is a popular activity along the West Fork of Rock Creek and at nearby Wild Bill Lake. The small lake is open to kayaking and canoeing, and an accessible fishing dock is located on the shore. Mountain bikers enjoy the Ingles Creek Trail and a variety of loop trails at Silver Run. You can also ride your mountain bike on Basin Lakes Trail.
You may also be interested in nearby Cascade campground.
Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Campsite Tables
- Drinking Water
- Fire Rings
- Firewood Available
- Pets OK
- Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
Activities
- Backpacking
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Canoeing
- Creek
- Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Nature Trails
- Photography
- Picnicking
- River
- Stargazing
- Walking Trails
- Wildlife Viewing
Red Lodge, Montana 59068
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Campsite Types
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
# of Campsites:
30
Season:
Mid May – Mid September
Elevation:
6,800
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