Parkside

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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Featured amenities

River Access River Access

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

23 total sites

RV Sites

22 sites

Tent Sites

1 site

About Parkside

Parkside Campground is located 12 miles south of Red Lodge, Montana, just off the scenic Beartooth Highway. The area is a popular location for fishing, hiking and scenic driving. Greenough Lake less than a mile away. Glacier Lake, Hellroaring and Lake Fork Trailheads are nearby.

Number of accommodations: 23

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 10

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

23 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: UPPE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: LOWE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
26, Loop: LOWE Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 A, Loop: AREA PARKSIDE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 B, Loop: AREA PARKSIDE RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (199)

What Guests Are Saying

Parkside is a beautiful, well-maintained campground with clean facilities and a friendly host, Dave, who is knowledgeable and accommodating. Visitors appreciate the serene, wooded setting along Rock Creek, excellent for hiking, fishing, and enjoying wildlife. Despite some minor issues with campsite accessibility and occasional noise, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.6
199 reviews
5
70.9%
141
4
20.6%
41
3
4.0%
8
2
2.0%
4
1
2.5%
5

Lori L

Verified

February 28, 2021 Stayed at: 09, Loop: UPPE

5

We love staying at this campground.

Tom B

Verified

May 16, 2021 Stayed at: 11, Loop: UPPE

5

Wonderful small campground right on the creek. Great mountain views and hiking right from camp. Friendly campground host. Close to Red Lodge if you’re in the mood to run into town.

Martha R

Verified

May 20, 2021 Stayed at: 11, Loop: UPPE

5

We love this campground. Even though it snowed on us the first night (mid-May - no surprise!), we still had a great time. Took a hike up to Basin Lake, a trail we hadn’t explored before. A great stay all the way around!

David M

Verified

May 23, 2021 Stayed at: 13, Loop: UPPE

4

As always camp was wonderful. The camp host was great seeing to all our needs.

William or Bonnie N

Verified

June 3, 2021 Stayed at: 07, Loop: UPPE

5

Upper Parkside camping areas along the creek are all very nice. We camped before the Memorial Day weekend crush and the campground(s) were nearly empty! Beautiful! Wish campers could learn to not deface/destroy the trees. Teach your children well.

JANICE R

Verified

June 7, 2021 Stayed at: 06, Loop: UPPE

5

Camp host Jerry was great. It is a WONDERFUL campground. We will surely return here next spring.

Gary N

Verified

June 8, 2021 Stayed at: 24, Loop: LOWE

5

Perfect site #24. Some sites on upper loop were right at the river. We had very short walk to river but could here it from our site. Had 29 foot travel trailer. Host Jerry was fantastic.

Lora W

Verified

June 11, 2021 Stayed at: 06, Loop: UPPE

5

This is a beautiful campground. We biked, hiked and enjoyed the creek. Loved it! We will be back.

Christine M

Verified

June 15, 2021 Stayed at: 25, Loop: LOWE

5

Beautiful campground with good spacing between the different sites. My new favorite in Red Lodge!!!

Mary W

Verified

June 16, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: UPPE

5

A very nice campground in a great location for visiting Red Lodge and touring the Beartooth Highway. Jerry was a great host.

Location Parkside

Address:
Forest Road 2421 A
Red Lodge, MT, 59068
United States

Highway access

Parkside Campground is located approximately 20 miles from US Highway 212, providing access to Red Lodge and further connections to Interstate 90.

Elevation: 2195 feet

Distance to downtown

13 mi drive to downtown Red Lodge (about 20 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY. Double and Group sites: Refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.
  • Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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