Spire Rock Campground
Spire Rock Campground is located in scenic Gallatin Canyon on the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest, in southwestern Montana. It is 26 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
| Standard, no hookups | 19 |
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 39 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | 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
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | The first two vehicles are included in the reservation fee and a $8.00/night fee for each additional vehicle will be collected at the campground. |
The campground offers single-family campsites and an overnight, group area (SITE 12), that can be used for overnight camping or day-use picnicking. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets. No drinking water is available in the campground. Campers must bring their own water. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.
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 |
| Fees | $46.00 |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Bozeman, travel south on Highway 191 for 23 miles to the Storm Castle turnoff. Turn left and go 3 miles to the campground. The last 3 miles are on a gravel road. From West Yellowstone, go 66 miles north on Highway 191 to the Storm Castle turnoff. Turn right at the intersection after the bridge and continue 3 miles to the campground.
| Coordinates | 45.4414° N, 111.2064° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShenango Pile Rx
2 mi from the campground
- PrescribedNorth Bridger Brackett Creek Pile Burning Rx
32 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Hell'S Canyon
34 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 ↗ | 13.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Valley Trailer Sales Inc ↗ | 21.3 mi |
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Spire Rock Campground - Gallatin National Forest, MT
Worth a stop
- 11.4 miBlackmore Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 11.4 mi
- 13.1 miPalisade Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.8 miGarnet Mountain ↗3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.8 miStorm Castle Mtn2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miGallatin Riverside ↗2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 1 miRat Lake ↗5.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1 miGarnet Mtn (snowmo) ↗5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.3 miHellroaring Creek ↗10.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
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 10.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.8 miLee Metcalf Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 242,068 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
- Spanish Creek SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 6.9 mi
- Little Bear SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 7.5 mi
- Anderson SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 11.9 mi
Natural features
The campground sits next to Storm Castle Creek, a tributary of the Gallatin River, at an elevation of 5,600 feet. Most campsites are located along the creek and are surrounded by spruce and fir trees. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area. Visitors can often glimpse bald eagles, bighorn sheep, moose, elk, mountain goats, deer and coyotes. Black bears 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. The popular Storm Castle Trail begins nearby. This steep, 3-mile one-way trail climbs to Storm Castle Rock, with excellent views of the canyon below. Garnet Mountain Lookout Trail also begins near the campground. The 3.5-mile trail climbs 2,800 feet in elevation, to the lookout.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Spire Rock Campground?
Sites at Spire Rock Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Spire Rock Campground?
The first two vehicles are included in the reservation fee and a $8.00/night fee for each additional vehicle will be collected at the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Spire Rock Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Spire Rock Campground have?
20 sites, including 19 standard sites without power and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Spire Rock Campground?
Spire Rock Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Spire Rock Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Spire Rock Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Spire Rock Campground?
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 Spire Rock Campground?
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 if Spire Rock Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Greek Creek Campground (4.4 mi), Swan Creek Campground (5.1 mi), and Moose Creek Flat Campground (6.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby