Montana · Camping

Pine Grove Campground

Jul–Sep
best months

Is Pine Grove Campground open right now?

Closure reported

The Forest Service lists a closure that covers Pine Grove Campground.

As of · Source: USFS · Beartooth Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • At 5,886 ft
  • Beartooth Ranger DistrictCuster Gallatin National Forest

Pine Grove Campground is located in the West Rosebud drainage. It is in the trees, along the banks of West Rosebud Creek. Emerald Lake Campground , West Rosebud Trail (#19) , Emerald Lake Fishing Access and West Rosebud Lake Fishing Access are also located in the West Rosebud drainage. There is a 16 day maximum stay in all Beartooth Ranger District campgrounds. For a road map of the area, with locations of campgrounds, please see our Motor Vehicle Use Map ( MVUM ). Camp sites: 46 Hos t: No Max Trailer Length : 30ft Accessible Facilities: Toilet Trash Pickup: Bear resistant dumpster on site Firewood: No. Don't move firewood to other areas or bring in outside firewood. Prevent the spread of tree-killing insects by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it there. Reservations : No Reservations. This campground does not use a reservation system; it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware that the campground is very popular and may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months. You should arrive early to ensure there is a space available for the night. There is a 16 day stay limit. Some sites equipped with bear resistant food storage lockers. Directions from Beartooth Ranger District office: Drive north on US Hwy 212 for 2.1 miles and turn left (west) onto MT-78. Drive 30 miles and turn left (west) onto MT-419 towards Fishtail. Drive 4.4 miles (through Fishtail) and turn left (south) onto West Rosebud Rd. Drive 6.5 miles and turn left (south) to continue on West Rosebud Rd. Drive 9.1 miles to the campground, on the left. There are two entrances to the campground. Information: Beartooth Ranger District 6811 US Hwy 212 Red Lodge, MT 59068 (406) 446-2103

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  • Best time to go · Jul–Sep

    Best time to visit Pine Grove Campground

    Best months: July–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      34° / 18°

      8 wet

    2. Feb

      34° / 17°

      9 wet

    3. Mar

      41° / 22°

      11 wet

    4. Apr

      48° / 27°

      12 wet

    5. May

      57° / 35°

      14 wet

    6. Jun

      66° / 43°

      14 wet

    7. Jul

      75° / 50°

      12 wet

    8. Aug

      74° / 50°

      11 wet

    9. Sep

      65° / 42°

      10 wet

    10. Oct

      52° / 32°

      10 wet

    11. Nov

      40° / 24°

      9 wet

    12. Dec

      33° / 18°

      9 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Mystic Lake, MT, 4.7 mi away at 6,544 ft. The station sits about 700 ft higher than this place, so expect it a little warmer here. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

    Closures we've recorded since August 2026

    • Pine Grove Campground Closure

      Beartooth Ranger District · Order dated May 27, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026, no lift recorded · Forest Service

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