Moose Creek Group Site
Moose Creek Group Site is located in the scenic Gallatin Canyon on the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest of Montana. It is 32 miles south of Bozeman. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, rafting, hiking and viewing local wildlife.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 90 / 12 | 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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
Moose Creek is available for group picnicking or camping and can accommodate up to 90 people. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets. Drinking water and trash collection are not available at the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | 5/15 - 10/15 Weather Dependent |
| Forest | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations: http://www.recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 |
| Fees | $105 per night, by reservation only. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Bozeman, travel south on Highway 191 for 32 miles to the turnoff, a quarter-mile south of the main Moose Creek Flat Campground. Turn left onto a gravel road that leads 200 yards to the group site. From West Yellowstone, take Highway 191 north for 57 miles. The group area is on the east side of the highway across from the campground.
| Nearest town | West Yellowstone, Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.3514° N, 111.1714° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShenango Pile Rx
8 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Hell'S Canyon
37 mi from the campground
- PrescribedNorth Bridger Brackett Creek Pile Burning Rx
37 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Grizzly Outfitters ↗ | 9.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Valley Trailer Sales Inc ↗ | 27.5 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 11.2 miTwin Cabin Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.1 miBlackmore Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 13.1 mi
- 13.9 miPalisade Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miMoose Creek (snowmo)2.8 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.4 miKarst ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.4 miSwan Creek (snowmo)3.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2 miLine Creek (snowmo) ↗7.4 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2 miSwan Creek ↗10.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.1 miMoose Creek ↗6.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle 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
Lee Metcalf Wilderness begins about 6.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.5 miLee Metcalf Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 242,068 acres
- 13.5 miCuster Gallatin National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,412,203 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
- Crail Ranch BuildingsBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 9.2 mi
- Spanish Creek SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 12.4 mi
- Little Bear SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 13.5 mi
Natural features
The group site sits next to the Gallatin River and Moose Creek, just off Highway 191, at an elevation of 5,700 feet. The site is partly surrounded by pine and fir trees. A variety of wildlife makes its home in this scenic canyon. Visitors can often glimpse bald eagles, bighorn sheep, moose, elk, mountain goats, deer and coyotes. Black and grizzly bears also live in the canyon.
Recreation
Great opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing are available around the campground. Anglers cast for rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout, whitefish and Arctic grayling on the Gallatin River. Rafting and kayaking are popular activities as well. Many trails can be found in Gallatin Canyon. The Swan Creek Trail begins at nearby Swan Creek Campground. Golden Trout Lakes Trail begins about 15 minutes away up Portal Creek Road, three miles south of the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Moose Creek Group Site?
Sites at Moose Creek Group Site are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations: http://www.recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Moose Creek Group Site?
$105 per night, by reservation only.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Moose Creek Group Site?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Moose Creek Group Site have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Moose Creek Group Site?
Yes, pets are allowed at Moose Creek Group Site. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Moose Creek Group Site?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Moose Creek Group Site?
Great opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing are available around the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Moose Creek Group Site?
West Yellowstone, Montana.
Source: Getting there
What if Moose Creek Group Site is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Moose Creek Flat Campground (0.4 mi), Swan Creek Campground (1.5 mi), and Greek Creek Campground (2.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby