Bighorn Campground

Star3.75
6 reviews

Quick Facts

4,659 ft

Price

$10/night

Booking

First-Come

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Bighorn Campground
$10.00 - $10.00 / night
Campsite Fees
A $10 fee is charged per site starting May 9, with a limit of 2 vehicles per site.
Standard Site Fee$10.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

3.75

Mixed Reviews

Based on 6 reviews

4 Google reviews

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Campground Map

Bighorn Campground

46.3849, -113.6589

Driving directionsOn Interstate 90, 20 miles east of Missoula, take Rock Creek exit #126 onto Rock Creek road. Drive 33 miles south on Rock Creek Road #102. Trailers, motorhomes and tow vehicles are not recommended due to the narrow and rough road.
The campground is accessible year-round, weather dependent. Road access is challenging, with narrow, rough roads unsuitable for trailers, motorhomes, and tow vehicles. Reconstruction work was completed recently to improve drainage and access roads.
Nearby places
Missoula, 20 miles east (approximately 30 minutes)
Nearby supplies
Closest supplies available in Missoula, 20 miles east, including groceries, fuel, and camping essentials.

Best Time to Camp at Bighorn Campground

Each season paints Bighorn Campground with its own dramatic palette. Winter transforms the canyon into a hushed wonderland where temperatures dip into the teens and pristine snow blankets the forest floor. Come summer, warm days reaching the mid-80s invite endless outdoor adventures under brilliantly clear mountain skies. Spring awakens the canyon with gentle rains and cool evenings perfect for campfire gatherings, while autumn arrives in a blaze of golden light and crisp air that makes every breath feel like pure mountain magic.

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Peak season May 10–Oct; summer offers most favorable conditions and active fishing.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Fall included in peak season until Oct; scenic canyon and cooler weather but shorter season.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Shoulder season with snowmelt; amenities resume in May, variable conditions and fishing possibilities.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Open year-round but amenities closed Oct–Apr; cold, snowy conditions and limited services.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: May 10 through October, correlating with availability of amenities.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Open year-round, weather-dependent. However, no amenities are available from October through April.
  • Current Alerts: None explicitly mentioned, but road and weather conditions may impact accessibility.

About Bighorn Campground

Nestled deep within the dramatic Rock Creek drainage, Bighorn Campground offers an escape into one of Montana's most spectacular canyon landscapes. Towering old-growth Ponderosa Pines and Douglas Firs create a natural cathedral overhead, their ancient branches whispering stories of centuries past. The legendary Rock Creek—a fly fisher's paradise—rushes alongside the campground, its crystal-clear waters teeming with native trout. Fresh from 2024 renovations, Bighorn now features modernized vault toilets, thoughtfully designed campsites complete with sturdy fire rings and picnic tables, and newly graded access roads that make your journey into this wilderness sanctuary smooth and welcoming.
Bighorn Campground offers a primitive camping experience that is open year-round. The site does not accommodate trailers, motorhomes, or tow vehicles due to road conditions.
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Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Bighorn Campground provides opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy fishing, hunting, and shooting activities. Rock Creek, a popular fishing destination, is located across the road from the campground, making it an ideal spot for anglers.
Fishing"Bighorn Campground is located across the road from Rock Creek, a popular fishing destination." Rock Creek is renowned for its 'blue ribbon trout stream,' offering excellent fishing opportunities.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsPotential hazards include wildlife encounters (necessitating bear safety and food storage), rugged terrain, and seasonal snow or poor road conditions.
Active AlertsNone explicitly mentioned, but road and weather conditions may impact accessibility.
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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Reviews

3.8
6 reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews
Bighorn Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
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Last updated January 13, 2026
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