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Crista G
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2021 Stayed at: 5, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
I had a really nice stay here. Pleasant, wooded area. Large campsite. And the cleanest latrine I have EVER seen!!!
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About Rattin Campground
Rattin Campground is located 7 mi south of Red Lodge, Montana, just off the scenic Beartooth Highway. The area is a popular location for fishing, hiking and scenic driving.
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1, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
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Reviews
56 reviews
Summary
Rattin Campground offers a beautiful setting with clean, spacious campsites and well-maintained bathrooms, making it a pleasant place to stay, especially for those exploring the Beartooth area. While some campers experienced issues with a less-than-friendly camp host and concerns about bear activity, the overall cleanliness and size of the sites were appreciated. However, potential visitors should avoid spots 2 and 3 due to a lack of privacy.
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Based on 56 reviews
5 stars
58.9% (33)
4 stars
16.1% (9)
3 stars
8.9% (5)
2 stars
5.4% (3)
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10.7% (6)
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Crista G
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2021 Stayed at: 5, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
I had a really nice stay here. Pleasant, wooded area. Large campsite. And the cleanest latrine I have EVER seen!!!
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Mark G
VerifiedOctober 20, 2020 Stayed at: 6, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
Best campground ever! Wally is amazing and the best camp host we had at any of our campgrounds. He kept the bathrooms spotless (as much as you can for vault toilets lol). Campgrounds are clean and well spaced.
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Mark G
VerifiedOctober 20, 2020 Stayed at: 6, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
Best campground ever! Wally is amazing and the best camp host we had at any of our campgrounds. He kept the bathrooms spotless (as much as you can for vault toilets lol). Campgrounds are clean and well spaced.
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Michelle M
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2020 Stayed at: 5, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
Wally was a great campground host. He was very helpful and accommodating. The entire campground was spotless, quiet, and well cared for.
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Michelle M
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2020 Stayed at: 5, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
Wally was a great campground host. He was very helpful and accommodating. The entire campground was spotless, quiet, and well cared for.
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Steve K
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 Stayed at: 6, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
This was a wonderful experience. The campground was clean, quiet, well cared for and contained breath taking views. Access to the Beartooth Highway was convenient, too. I would highly recommend this campground. Thank you for making this a truly spectacular experience. We will definitely come back.
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Steve K
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 Stayed at: 6, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
This was a wonderful experience. The campground was clean, quiet, well cared for and contained breath taking views. Access to the Beartooth Highway was convenient, too. I would highly recommend this campground. Thank you for making this a truly spectacular experience. We will definitely come back.
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Matthew P
VerifiedAugust 7, 2020 Stayed at: 5, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
We stayed here after a long day on the Plateau, and it was nice, super quiet, but also a little exposed/hot in the afternoon. We stayed at site #5 and the picnic table and fire pit were right next to the road, and the tent site was very near the host's trailer, so not a ton of privacy (though Wally himself was wonderful). Next time we might opt to stay in the Valley, but this was a perfectly lovely location.
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Matthew P
VerifiedAugust 7, 2020 Stayed at: 5, Loop: AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND
We stayed here after a long day on the Plateau, and it was nice, super quiet, but also a little exposed/hot in the afternoon. We stayed at site #5 and the picnic table and fire pit were right next to the road, and the tent site was very near the host's trailer, so not a ton of privacy (though Wally himself was wonderful). Next time we might opt to stay in the Valley, but this was a perfectly lovely location.
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Location & Directions for Rattin Campground
Forest Road 379, Red Lodge, MT 59068 United States
Elevation: 2,258 ft
Getting There
Rattin Campground is located 60 mi northeast of Cooke City, MT and the northeast gate to Yellowstone National Park. It is 7 mi south of Red Lodge, MT. On U.S. Highway 212, turn off at Rattin Campground Road (Forest Road 379; formerly Eastside Road...
Rattin Campground is located 60 mi northeast of Cooke City, MT and the northeast gate to Yellowstone National Park. It is 7 mi 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 mi to the campground entrance on the left. THE SOUTH BRIDGE IS OUT!
Highway access
Rattin Campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 212, which is 7 miles north of Red Lodge, MT.
Near Yellowstone National Park
The closest entrance is: Northeast Entrance
Approximate drive: 42.8 mi · over 1 hr (73 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Campers will not be marked as a 'no-show' until 24 hours after the scheduled check-in time, and sites will not be released before that.
Vehicles & parking
- Access to the campground is via the southside bridge, but trailers cannot go past Site #3.
- Payment for extra vehicles must be arranged with the host upon arrival, not in advance.
Site capacity
- Only one camping unit is allowed per Standard Single Family site under the Recreation Use Fee.
Site types & loops
- First come, first serve sites can only be booked in person; do not call for availability.
Wildlife & food storage
- Obey all food storage rules due to bear activity in the area; consult your host for specifics.
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; buy it near your camping site to prevent pest spread. Firewood is available from the host.
General
- Click here for more information on the Custer National Forest.
Local regulations
- Opening and closing dates depend on weather; contact for updates.
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Last updated: November 3, 2026
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