Greenough Lake
Greenough Lake Campground is within walking distance of its namesake, 12 miles south of Red Lodge, in southern Montana. It is located just off the scenic Beartooth Highway. The area is a popular location for fishing, hiking and scenic driving. Glacier Lake, Hellroaring and Lake Fork trailheads are nearby.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 18 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
18 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 02 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 03 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 04 | Back-in | 28 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 05 | Back-in | 60 | Paved | None | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 06 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | None | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 07 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 08 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | None | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 09 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| 10 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | Riverfront | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; A second will be charged an extra $10 fee and collected at the campground, if your site will accomodate it. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host. |
| Accessibility | Sites 09, 11 are listed accessible |
The campground offers single-family campsites, two of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Accessible vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | 5/26 - 9/8 Weather Dependent |
| Forest | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Booking | Recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 You must reserve your campsite at least 24-hours in advance of check-in time (2pm) and reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. |
| Fees | $20 includes one driving vehicle. $10 each additional vehicle. Two non-towed vehicles may be parked per site. The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; the second vehicle is charged an extra fee collected at the campground. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host for $7. |
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Getting there
From U.S. Highway 212, turn off at Rock Creek Road (Forest Road 2421). Go 1 mile to campground entrance, which is on the left.
| Nearest town | Red Lodge, Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.0561° N, 109.4128° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
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).
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Grizzly Peak Outdoors ↗ | 12.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 38.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Laurel Trading Post ↗ | 53 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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USFS Greenough Lake Campground in the Custer National Forest in Montana
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miGreenough Lake0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miLower Parkside2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.5 miParkside Ski Trail ↗2.3 mi trail · hiking, snowshoe, ski · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.5 miParkside ↗2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.8 miVista Point ↗0.1 mi trail · hiking
- 1.6 miLower Lake Fork3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowshoe and 1 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Custer Gallatin National Forest.
- inCuster Gallatin National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,412,203 acres
- 13.7 miAbsaroka-Beartooth Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 937,102 acres
- 14.2 miNorth Absaroka Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 346,320 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Red Lodge-Cooke City Approach Road Historic DistrictHistoric district · Red Lodge · 8.1 mi
- Camp Senia Historic DistrictHistoric district · Red Lodge · 8.5 mi
- Yodeler MotelBuilding · Red Lodge · 11.9 mi
Natural features
The campground sits in the shadow of the Beartooth Range, on the banks of Rock Creek, less than a quarter-mile from beautiful Greenough Lake. A forest of aspen and pine trees covers the area. A variety of wildlife, including grizzly bears, deer and elk, makes its home in the surrounding area.
Recreation
Greenough Lake offers canoeing, kayaking and rainbow trout fishing. The Main Fork of Rock Creek is also a popular fishing stream. The Beartooth Wilderness can be accessed via the Hellroaring and Lake Fork trailheads, both of which are not far from the campground. Visitors also enjoy mountain biking and hiking on the Parkside National Recreation Trail. Hellroaring Road is open to off-road vehicles.
Nearby
The charming town of Red Lodge, Mont. offers a variety of dining and lodging options, galleries, shops and annual summer events. The Home of Champions Rodeo is held on the Fourth of July weekend, the Beartooth Bike Rally and Iron Horse Rodeo take place in mid-July, the Mountain Man Rendezvous is in late July, and the Festival of Nations happens 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. It is the highest elevation highway in the Northern Rockies. Along the way, visitors are treated to sweeping views and plentiful opportunities for outdoor recreation. 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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Greenough Lake?
Sites at Greenough Lake are reservable on Recreation.gov. Recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 You must reserve your campsite at least 24-hours in advance of check-in time (2pm) and reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Greenough Lake?
The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; A second will be charged an extra $10 fee and collected at the campground, if your site will accomodate it. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Greenough Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Greenough Lake have?
18 sites, including 18 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Greenough Lake?
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Greenough Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Greenough Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Greenough Lake?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Greenough Lake?
Sites 09 and 11 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Greenough Lake?
Greenough Lake offers canoeing, kayaking and rainbow trout fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Greenough Lake?
Red Lodge, Montana. The charming town of Red Lodge, Mont.
Source: Getting there
What if Greenough Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Limber Pine (0.2 mi), Parkside (0.4 mi), and M-K Campground (1.5 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby