Pine Creek Campground
Pine Creek Campground is located approximately 13 miles south of Livingston, and a few miles east of the Yellowstone River and Highway 89, in Montana. Visitors enjoy the area for its hiking and fishing opportunities in a beautiful natural setting.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 23 |
| Tent-only | 1 |
| Walk-in | 1 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
27 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | A | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | A | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 004 | A | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | A | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | A | Standard | Back-in | 39 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | A | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | A | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | A | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | A | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 011 | A | Standard | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Full | 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
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | 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. |
| Accessibility | Site 003 is listed accessible |
The campground offers several single-family campsites, as well as an overnight group camping area (SITE 26) and group picnic area (SITE 28) is available for day-use only. Tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Livingston, head south on Highway 89 for 9 miles. Turn left onto East Side Road and continue 6 miles. Go a quarter-mile past the town of Pine Creek and turn onto Forest Road 202. Continue 3 miles south to the campground. From Gardiner, travel north on Highway 89 to the Pray turnoff on Mill Creek Road.
| Coordinates | 45.2953° N, 110.3127° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShenango Pile Rx
47 mi from the campground
- PrescribedNorth Bridger Brackett Creek Pile Burning Rx
48 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 | Parks Fly Shop ↗ | 26.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 39.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Valley Trailer Sales Inc ↗ | 52.6 mi |
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Worth a stop
- 11.3 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miMeatrack ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.2 miBridge Creek ↗9.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 9 more
- 3.4 miEast Fork Boulder ↗8.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.5 miSilver Lake1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.5 miUpsidedown Creek ↗10.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.6 miCrow Mountain3 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
This campground sits inside Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, which overlaps Custer Gallatin National Forest.
- inAbsaroka-Beartooth Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 937,102 acres
- inCuster 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
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Pine Creek is situated in the foothills of the Absaroka Mountains in the heart of beautiful Paradise Valley. A forest of mature Douglas fir and spruce trees covers the campground.
Recreation
Pine Creek offers anglers the opportunity to fish for whitefish, rainbow and brown trout. An accessible fishing dock is located within the campground. Creekside Trail is an accessible nature trail that meanders along Pine Creek for a half-mile in the campground. The Pine Creek Trailhead offers hiking and horseback riding. Pine Creek Trail climbs five miles up to Pine Creek Lake, a beautiful 32-acre alpine lake. A mile up the trail from the campground, hikers are awarded beautiful views of Pine Creek Falls.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Pine Creek Campground?
Sites at Pine Creek 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 Pine Creek 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 Pine Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Pine Creek Campground have?
28 sites, including 23 standard sites without power, 1 tent-only site, 1 walk-in site, and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Pine Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 20 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 Pine Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Pine Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Pine Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Pine Creek Campground?
Site 003 is 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 Pine Creek Campground?
Pine Creek offers anglers the opportunity to fish for whitefish, rainbow and brown trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Pine Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Snowbank Campground (8.5 mi), Initial Creek Campground (18.9 mi, first-come), and Bear Creek Campground - Mt (18.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby