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Parkside Campground

Custer Gallatin National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, Parkside Campground is a campground in Custer Gallatin National Forest, Montana with 23 campsites. Parkside Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Parkside Campground is located at 45.0619° N, 109.4089° W.

people allowed on 21 of 23 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 50

Parkside Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Parkside Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Parkside Campground

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Standard 21
Group 2
Accessible 9

What an RV fits

26 ft1 site
30 ft3 sites
35 ft3 sites
40 ft3 sites
42 ft1 site
45 ft6 sites
50 ft4 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Parkside Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
A	AREA PARKSIDE	Group	50	35 ft	-
B	AREA PARKSIDE	Group	25	-	-
16	LOWE	Standard	8	40 ft	-
17	LOWE	Standard	8	42 ft	-
18	LOWE	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
19	LOWE	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
20	LOWE	Standard	8	45 ft	Accessible
23	LOWE	Standard	8	45 ft	-
24	LOWE	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
25	LOWE	Standard	8	40 ft	Accessible
26	LOWE	Standard	8	-	-
01	UPPE	Standard	8	45 ft	-
02	UPPE	Standard	8	26 ft	-
06	UPPE	Standard	8	45 ft	-
07	UPPE	Standard	8	45 ft	Accessible
08	UPPE	Standard	8	50 ft	-
09	UPPE	Standard	8	50 ft	Accessible
10	UPPE	Standard	8	50 ft	-
11	UPPE	Standard	8	40 ft	Accessible
12	UPPE	Standard	8	50 ft	Accessible
13	UPPE	Standard	8	45 ft	-
14	UPPE	Standard	8	35 ft	-
15	UPPE	Standard	8	35 ft	-

About Parkside Campground

Overview

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.

Recreation

The Main Fork of Rock Creek and nearby 5-acre Greenough Lake offer rainbow trout fishing. The lake is also open to canoeing and kayaking.

The Beartooth Wilderness can be accessed via the Hellroaring and Lake Fork Trailheads, both nearby. Visitors also enjoy mountain biking and hiking on the Parkside National Recreation Trail. Hellroaring Road is open to off-road vehicles.

Facilities

The campground offers two group sites and several single-family sites, three of which are accessible. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are accessible vault toilets and drinking water. Trash can be deposited at the Greenough Lake Campground.

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

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 55 miles from the campground via the Beartooth Highway. The park offers unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities, as well as breathtaking scenery and unique geological features.

Charges & Cancellations

Refunds: 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).

Rules and notices at Parkside Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Parkside Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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.

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

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Parkside Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Parkside Campground?

Parkside Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 23 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Parkside Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Parkside Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Parkside Campground have?

Parkside Campground has 23 campsites.