OutReserve

Basin Montana Campground

Warning

General

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.

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About Basin Montana Campground

Basin Campground is located 7 miles west of Red Lodge, Montana, along Forest Road 2071, which is paved all the way to the campground. The area is a popular location for hiking, backpacking and fishing.

Number of accommodations: 24

Campground Amenities

  • Lake Access
    Lake Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 22

Sites & Availability

24 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 02, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 22, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 24, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 25, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 26, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 27, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 28, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$20.00
/ per night

Reviews (152)

What Guests Are Saying

Basin Montana Campground is highly praised for its beautiful location, friendly and attentive camp hosts, and well-maintained facilities, including clean bathrooms and spacious campsites. Guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and proximity to hiking trails and Red Lodge. While there are some concerns about the smell of the outhouses, overall, visitors enjoy their experiences and feel well taken care of.

Review Summary

4.6
152 reviews
5
75.7%
115
4
18.4%
28
3
2.0%
3
2
2.0%
3
1
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3

Rae T

Verified

September 10, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

5

I wish all campgrounds could have hosts like you had at Basin and Cascade this summer. They are friendly and make contact with each camper. The campgrounds were very clean. Ronda and John are awesome!!

Sara M V

Verified

September 9, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

3

Nice environment to many RVs with generators.

Malia B

Verified

September 7, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

5

Lovely primitive campground. Sites are a good distance apart. Next to a beautiful mountain stream/river. Hiking and biking nearby and a 10 minute, breathtakingly gorgeous drive from Red Lodge. Friendly camp hosts (2023 season)

WILLIAM Z

Verified

September 1, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

5

I had a great time camping here. The camp hosts were very helpful. I particularly enjoyed fly fishing in Rock Creek which is adjacent to the campground. There were rainbows and brown trout. Also the nearby town of Red Lodge is very nice. A good outfitter, several good restaurants, a coffee shop and grocery store.

Ann Marie B

Verified

August 22, 2023 Stayed at: 08, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

5

Very pretty atmosphere. Creek runs through the campground. The campground host Rhonda was so nice and brought us the fire wood so we didn't have to carry it. The other campers were helpful when our grandson was stung by a bee. Definitely a place we will return to.

Duane L

Verified

August 22, 2023 Stayed at: 07, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

4

Only minor irritation was barking dog at campsite directly across from our site.

Randolph F

August 15, 2023

4

Hosts were awesome.

Gary C

Verified

August 10, 2023 Stayed at: 21, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

5

There's a better camp up the dirt road about 2 miles on the right.

Tamara O

August 10, 2023

2

The campground is beautiful, a typical National Forest campground in the pines, surrounded by mountains. Campsite #19, however, is not so good. We have a 25' camper, bumper to hitch, and while we had plenty of room for the camper and tow vehicle, the picnic table and fire pit were on the WRONG SIDE! So we had to walk around our camper to access the campsite. We have never encountered that situation. Also, the actual site for the trailer was built up with some sort of small rocks and dirt mix. So once we exited the camper it was all downhill and the mix they used to build up the pad was very slippery, as the rocks and dirt would slide under your feet. Not only did I slip on it but the camp host also did, as well as some visiting fellow campers! This is treacherous footing for anyone not exactly agile or even aware of the problem. And forget it if you have your hands full carrying food, etc. out to the picnic table! Someone needs to put in some steps, either with landscape timbers or large flat rocks.

Jessamine P

Verified

July 26, 2023 Stayed at: 24, Loop: AREA BASIN MONTANA CAMPGROUND

5

Great campground. Clean, spacious, quiet, and the hosts were very friendly and helpful. Fire pit, picnic table, and food lockers at each camp site. Very close to hiking trails and a small fishing lake with easy access.

Location Basin Montana Campground

Address:
Forest Road 2071
Red Lodge, MT, 59068
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 45.1625 / -109.392

Elevation: 2106 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.

General

Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.

General

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.

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FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.

General

Bears frequent the area; please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.

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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 camground host.

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Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

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.

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