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Rattin Campground in Montana
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Rattin Campground

Custer Gallatin National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, Rattin Campground is a campground in Custer Gallatin National Forest, Montana with 5 campsites. Rattin Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Rattin Campground is located at 45.0831ยฐ N, 109.3000ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
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Rattin Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Rattin Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Rattin Campground

  • Tent 3
  • Standard 2

What an RV fits

  • 20 ft2 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 Rattin Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA RATTIN CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
1Standard820 ft
3Standard820 ft
5Tent8-
6Tent8-
7Tent8-

About Rattin Campground

Overview

Rattin Campground is located 7 miles south of Red Lodge, Montana, just off the scenic Beartooth Highway. The area is a popular location for fishing, hiking and scenic driving.

Recreation

The Main Fork of Rock Creek offers rainbow trout fishing. Greenough Lake is 8 miles away and is a popular area for canoeing, kayaking and fishing.

The Beartooth Wilderness can be accessed via the Hellroaring and Lake Fork Trailheads, both of which are nearby. Beartrack and Corral Creek Trailheads are close by as well.

Visitors also enjoy mountain biking and hiking on the Parkside National Recreation Trail. Hellroaring Road is open to off-road vehicles.

Facilities

This small campground offers single-family sites. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are accessible vault toilets and drinking water.

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 60 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 Rattin Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Rattin Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Entrance to campground is now open via the southside bridge. Please note: Trailers are prohibited past Site #3 because there is no turnaround.

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

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.

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

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.

Rattin Campground FAQ

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

Rattin Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

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

Cancellations happen frequently at Rattin 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 Rattin Campground have?

Rattin Campground has 5 campsites.

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