Rombo
Rombo Campground is located in a scenic area along the West Fork Bitterroot River in the mountains of southwestern Montana. The area is home to a variety of big game and wildlife, and provides access to a number of outdoor activities, including fishing, seasonal rafting and various hiking trail opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 47 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 02 | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 03 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 04 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | ||
| 05 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | 33 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 07 | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 08 | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 09 | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 10 | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Accessibility | Sites 01, 13, 14, 15 are listed accessible |
The campground offers 16 sites, four of which are accessible, for tent and RV camping. Individual sites can accommodate up to 10 people and two vehicles. One bear proof container is provided for tent campers on bicycles or ATVs to comply with the Food Storage Order. Bear proof garbage dumpsters are available throughout the campground. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, as are accessible pit toilets and drinking water. A campground host is on-site. Utility hookups are not available. Parking surfaces are gravel. A fill site for potable water is located just beyond Site #16
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | Bitterroot National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve a site by visiting Recreation.gov or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777). |
| Fees | $15/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle |
| Rules | Camping limited to 16 consecutive days. Quiet hours: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pets must be leashed. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Darby, Montana drive south on Highway 93 approximately 4 miles to Road 473. Turn right and head southwest continue approximately 18 miles to the campground, which is on the right.
| Nearest town | Darby, Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.7650° N, 114.2806° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx D4 Piquett Creek
7 mi from the campground · 2,210 acres
- PrescribedScf Nz Pile Burn Rx
21 mi from the campground · 34 acres
- PrescribedRx D3 Cameron Gaps
21 mi from the campground · 1,100 acres
- WildfireSand Creek
48 mi from the campground · 35,520 acres · 83% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Hamilton RV Sales Of Montana ↗ | 35.5 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
The Alta Ranger Station, located on Hughes Creek Road, was the first Forest Service Ranger Station in the United States, built in 1899. It remains a popular tourist location and is a short distance from the campground. Horse Creek Hot Springs is about 29 miles from the campground and can be accessed via a gravel road with a high-clearance vehicle. A post office and a general store and deli can be found in Conner, 16 miles from the campground. Darby is 24 miles from the campground. It is a full-service community with fuel, lodging, a grocery store, restaurants, and other local businesses.
- 10.7 miWarm Springs Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miWest Fork Face Basin Creek ↗0.3 mi trail
- 1 miBasin Creek ↗1 mi trail
- 1.5 miBonnie Blue ↗4.1 mi trail
- 1.7 miTwo Creek ↗1.1 mi trail
- 1.8 miMud Creek ↗6.7 mi trail
- 1.9 miOne Creek ↗1.2 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.7 miLittle West Fork Snowmobile Trailhead ↗Bitterroot National Forest
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 Bitterroot National Forest.
- inBitterroot National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,664,512 acres
- 7.2 miSelway-Bitterroot Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 1,347,644 acres
- 8.6 miSalmon-Challis National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 4,396,382 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
- Boulder Point LookoutBuilding · Darby · 5 mi
- Medicine Point LookoutBuilding · Darby · 8.7 mi
- Alta Ranger StationBuilding · Conner · 10.1 mi
Natural features
The campground is located along the West Fork of the Bitterroot River. Large yellow-barked ponderosa pine trees tower above many of the campsites, which along with fir, aspen and cottonwoods, provide pleasant shade. The campground is situated at an elevation of 4,500 feet. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including bald eagles, piliated woodpeckers, mule and white-tailed deer, moose, elk, bighorn sheep, black bears and numerous songbirds.
Recreation
Fly fishing and wading in the West Fork Bitterroot River are popular activities. During high water season, kayaking and rafting are available as well. Painted Rocks Lake is just five miles south of the campground. Visitors enjoy swimming, kayaking, boating and fishing. Anglers will find mountain whitefish and a variety of trout. Many trails and unimproved roads in the area are great for exploring by bike or off-road vehicle. Hiking trails to various mountain peaks are nearby.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Rombo?
Sites at Rombo are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reserve a site by visiting Recreation.gov or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777). Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Rombo?
$15/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Rombo?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Rombo?
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Rombo have?
16 sites, including 16 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Rombo?
The longest site here provides 65 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 there accessible sites at Rombo?
Sites 01, 13, 14, and 15 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 Rombo?
Fly fishing and wading in the West Fork Bitterroot River are popular activities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Rombo?
Darby, Montana. The Alta Ranger Station, located on Hughes Creek Road, was the first Forest Service Ranger Station in the United States, built in 1899.
Source: Getting there
What if Rombo is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Sam Billings Memorial Campground (4.4 mi, first-come), Fales Flat Campground (8 mi, partly first-come), and Alta Campground (9.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby