Racetrack Campground
Racetrack Campground is located in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwest Montana. The campground's 13 campsites are set amid mixed conifers along the banks of Racetrack Creek. The camping fee is $15 per night.
Sites are first-come, first-served. Recreation.gov lists this campground for paying on site, and you may be able to pay with the Scan and Pay feature of its app.
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Amenities & rules
Racetrack has 13 campsites suitable for tents, trailers, and RVs. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings. A water pump and two vault restrooms are on site. The campground includes a day-use picnic area with dedicated parking and picnic tables. The campground is accessible late May through mid-November, depending on weather conditions.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Racetrack Campground is located about 11 miles south of Deer Lodge off Interstate 90. From Deerlodge, travel east on Interstate 90 and take the Galen Exit #197 toward Galen Rd. Turn right (west) onto Galen Road, travel for 3 miles then turn right onto Willow Road.
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 45.50° N, 112.80° W. Call the office before you drive. |
Good to know
- Some trails are not open to all OHVs, and the travel map should be checked prior to arrival or call the Pintler Ranger Station for information.
Fire nearby
- WildfireSand Creek
26 mi from the campground · 35,520 acres · 83% contained
- PrescribedRx Hell'S Canyon
43 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
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Natural features
The campground is located along Racetrack Creek. Mixed conifers with an open understory provide ample shade. Some sites sit adjacent to an open meadow with a view of the valley and hillside lightly dotted with trees. The Pintler Ranger District is known for its high, rugged, and beautiful mountain scenery, as well as the variety of wildlife that makes its home there, including elk, moose, deer, mountain lions, and bears (grizzly and black bears). Learn more about bear safety and forest-wide Food Storage Order.
Recreation
The area offers opportunities for exploration, relaxation, and enjoying the natural environment. Trout fishing is popular in Racetrack Creek, and in the mountain lakes in the vicinity. Hunting is also popular in the area. Access to the lakes requires hiking, mountain biking, or riding an OHV. Visitors must have Montana licenses to hunt or fish. Racetrack Road/CR 1592 beyond the campground soon becomes impassable to low clearance vehicles. A mile or so from the campground the road becomes extremely rough and rutted with large rocks protruding from the road surface. High clearance vehicles such as trucks and SUV's can make the crawl up the road but should allow themselves extra time. One such trail begins at the Pozega Lakes trailhead which is about 6.5 miles beyond the campground. The 3-mile trail to the lakes is readily accessible by foot, and with advanced ability by motorcycle and ATV. It is a 50 inch or less OHV trail and not open or advisable for larger OHVs. Visitors will find no shortage of trails within the Pintler Ranger District.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Racetrack Campground?
No. Racetrack Campground is first-come, first-served. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: How first-come camping works
How many sites does Racetrack Campground have?
13 sites.
Source: Site mix
What is there to do at Racetrack Campground?
The area offers opportunities for exploration, relaxation, and enjoying the natural environment. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation