The best camping near Cooney Reservoir State Park

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North Shore Campground

6 sites · RVs, Tents In Cooney Reservoir State Park

Marshall Cove Campground

17 sites · RVs, Tents In Cooney Reservoir State Park

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Red Lodge Campground

55 sites · RVs, Tents In Cooney Reservoir State Park

Fishermans Point Campground

4 sites · RVs, Tents In Cooney Reservoir State Park

Cottonwood Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Cooney Reservoir State Park

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Big Sky Vistas

10 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Columbus, MT

Peaceful and quiet surrounded by lots of wildflowers, wildlife, and the pleasant aroma of sagebrush. Parking area is reasonably flat. Remote subdivision on 4500-foot ridge, 10 miles from Columbus exit 408, off of Interstate 90. Your camping spot is near the road for easy access, but the road is private and dead-ends just beyond my property, so traffic is very minimal. I aim to treat all my guests as if you were a long-time friend. I try to be your personal concierge, so anything you need or want to know, just ask.

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Trees, Lake view, Rock buttes!

14 sites · RVs, Tents1000 acres · Lockwood, MT

4 miles from Billings. 1000 acres. We try to keep things as natural as possible except we do mow the common area in the trees. For security reasons, we will meet you at the gates and escort you to your camping spot upon 1st arrival. Fire wood available for sale $10 - needs to be discussed before hand. Camping available on the butte for viewing of northern lights. Lots of room to explore. Long term camping is available. 1 porta-potty on site. There is 1 mile of dirt road after leaving the pavement. We are 6 miles from Walmart. This is a working cattle ranch and the cows come through time to time. The listing computer keeps putting us in LOCKWOOD but we are actually 3 miles north of Billings. Last minute bookings are fine, if we are around -we will let you stay. We live 1 mile from the camp site and 2 miles from the gates where we will meet you. If you are looking for a RV park or campground - this is not it. We have cows, birds, wild animals and dirt roads. There is no power but we could hook you up to a generator if needed. There is a new camper on site that may be rented ( owned by a different party) message us for details. The morning of you arrival, please send an ETA so we know how to plan our day, then give us a 30 minute heads up before arrival so we can meet you at the gates. Sometimes we also are 30 minutes away. A lot of the time you may be the only campers out here.

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Mystic View RV Site

2 sites · RVs10 acres · Fishtail, MT

Experience stunning views of the Beartooth Mountains from your exclusive RV site at Mystic View. This scenic location allows you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area. Take a hike or fish in nearby streams during the day, then cozy up to a campfire under the stars at night. With panoramic vistas of one of Montana's most breathtaking mountain ranges, Mystic View is the perfect destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Come seeking adventure? South central Montana won't disappoint! Experience the raging Woodbine Falls in Nye. Hike the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Area, Custer National Forest or the Beartooth Mountain Range. Wildlife abound including elk, moose, deer, mountain goats, big horn sheep, black bear, grizzly, mountain lions, wolves, and bald eagles often visit the area. Mystic View makes a perfect base location for a day trip to Red Lodge by way of the famous scenic Beartooth Highway. If fishing is your Montana dream, the Stillwater River is known for some of the best fly fishing in the state. Minutes from our property check out Stillwater County's multiple fishing accesses.

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Chance, Montana

1 site · RV, Tent12 acres · Belfry, MT

10 miles south of Belfry. Right on the Clark's Fork River. On the Meeteetse trail. Beartoith mtns out front. You can go fishing, take 4 wheelers across Meeteetse trail to Red Lodge. Enjoy the peaceful Ness of just being in the country. Quiet we are 37 miles to Cody wyoming, 25 miles to Red Lodge both have entrances to the Yellowstone park.

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Pheasant's Hideaway

2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Billings, MT

Come enjoy a quiet night on 2 acres just outside of the busy city of Billings. It feels like country living but is just minutes to downtown shopping and everything else the city has to offer. Located with easy access to the I-90. Stop to rest your eyes or stay a while and enjoy the big city life and rich history of this part of Montana. We have a fire ring for those chilly evenings. 15, 30 and 50 amp electric hookups with Sewer and potable water connections at your site. Most mornings can be greated by pheasants, deer and rabbits. On the lucky occasion one might see an owl. DanWalt gardens just two houses down the road is the best way to enjoy your cup of coffee in the morning.

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Tucker Ranch with amazing views

11 sites · RVs23 acres · Red Lodge, MT

It is a peaceful, quiet 23 acres but located only minutes from downtown Red Lodge. This can be your base camp to explore beartooth pass and Yellowstone National Park....but back at camp you have mountain views and bubbling creeks right by your campsite. We do have cell phone service, as well, which can be tricky to find while dispersed camping in the area. Hiking, biking, fishing are all quick access.

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Creek side retreat

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Nye, MT

Quiet and peaceful DRY campsite with Midnight Creek running thru. Several fishing accesses within 2-5 miles. ATV / 4-wheeler riding distance to Picket Pin, Old Nye, Cliff Swallow, Benbow and Carters Camp. Tippet Rise Art Center 12 miles away. Campsite roughly 2 acres. 12 miles west of Absarokee, 45 miles north of Red Lodge. 2.5 hours from Yellowstone Park. Excellent views!

The Range Riders Lodge

9 sites · Lodging10 acres · Silver Gate, MT

Located less than a mile from the NorthEast entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The Range Riders is a rustic Airbnb lodging option for people who don’t mind communal bathrooms, creaking floors, and thin walls. It is a beautiful building with a lot of history and charm that shows it's age. Range Rider Accommodations Located in the town of Silver Gate, just outside the Northeast entrance to Yellowstone National Park, sits the historic Range Rider Lodge. Construction began on the Range Rider in 1937 after the magnificent Beartooth Highway was completed. Whole logs were brought in from the surrounding forests and oil paintings depicting beautiful mountain scenes were commissioned to line the banisters of the second floor. The Range Rider was originally constructed to be an “indoor playground” for all of the tourists coming over the Beartooth Highway. Since its opening, the Range Rider, originally called the Gorham Chalet, has seen many wild times and brought a lot of entertainment to a small mountain community. Ernest Hemingway even used to frequent the bar and write. The original logs still stand and the Range Rider still possesses all of the magic that it has had since the day it opened. Over the years not much has changed, just enough so that people can continue to enjoy the Range Rider as so many have been able to in the past. Rooms in the Range Rider are available to be rented for nightly rentals. Rooms with one double bed start at $99.00/night and rooms with two double beds start at $184.00/night (these prices do not include tax). There are 5 communal restrooms; among them are 2 men’s showers and two women’s showers and two men’s restrooms and 2 women’s restrooms. The Range Rider is a rustic lodging option for people who don’t mind communal bathrooms, creaking floors, and thin walls. It is a beautiful building with a lot of history and charm but its age shows. The Range Rider Lodge is not for people looking for a luxury lodging option. It offers the bare minimum for your stay; the beds are comfortable and made with fresh linens and towels are provided for the bathrooms. The rooms are simple with just a bed and a table furnishing each room. The building warms up during the day but cools off at night depending on the outside temperature; to combat this we provide small space heaters in each bedroom.

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Bear Trap Ranch

13 sites · RVs130 acres · Belfry, MT

High prairie, with incredible views of the Beartooth Mountains. We boarder a hundred square miles of the BLM, (public access lands) We have a stocked pond, where you can set your tent up. There are two bathhouses available for our campers. We have tipis that are available to rent, nightly, weekly, or monthly. Full service hook ups for trailers and RVs. A large fire pit sits in the middle of a lovely green space. We are 2 miles off the main road. There is a stocked pond too!

Kroney Island

4 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Columbus, MT

Property is on the Yellowstone river, with private fire pit. You can fish kayak and raft right to campsite. There are two fishing access to launch your kayak or raft nearby. . Walking distance to restaurants and brewery . Electricity, potable water available and a porta potty are available on site.

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10-7 stillwater retreat

1 site · RV1 acre · Roscoe, MT

Located on the beautiful Stillwater River at the base of the Beartooth mountains and Custer National Forrest. Well known for its blue ribbon Fly fishing and white water rafting. Property includes 2 camp sites that fit up to a 40 foot RV with water and electric hookups. Private river frontage on the upper Stillwater less than 4 miles from Woodbine and Souix Charlie trailhead.

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Beartooth Mountain Retreat

4 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Belfry, MT

21.5 acres directly at the base of the Beartooth Mountains! Embark on unbeatable adventures with amazing views on multiple off road trails perfect for horses, or your sxs!!! Float the Clarksfork of the Yellowstone and connect with your inner fisherman with the river being just 10 minutes away. Only 1 hour from Cody Wyo, and from Billings Montana. Minutes from Red Lodge!

The best camping near Cooney Reservoir State Park guide

Overview

About

Join the Great Migration west—to Cooney State Park, that is, where it might just feel like everyone and their grandmother has ventured for the weekend. But Cooney’s got plenty of mountain views to go around, and you sure won’t be left wondering why Montana’s called Big Sky Country here. Fish for walleye and rainbow trout, sail or motor across the endless reservoir, or plop down on the beach with your camera. We promise any photograph taken here will be your desktop background for the next five years, minimum. Cooney State Park doesn’t believe outdoor fun should be left to the summer months. It’s the ideal winter training camp for snowshoe or ice fishing enthusiasts, far away from the busy summer crowds.

Notable campgrounds

Marshall Cove Campground: Offers metered showers and a selection of campsites with stunning reservoir views.
Red Lodge Arm: Features a convenient fish cleaning station and boat ramps, perfect for anglers and boaters alike.
Lake Shore Campground: Enjoy easy access to water activities with campsites nestled along the reservoir's edge.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Book early, especially for peak summer months, as sites at Cooney State Park fill up quickly due to its popularity.
Consider mid-week stays for better availability and a quieter camping experience.
Keep an eye on cancellations, which can provide last-minute opportunities for a coveted spot.
Explore nearby camping options to ensure you have a backup plan if the park's campgrounds are fully booked.

When to go

The prime time to visit Cooney Reservoir State Park is between May 15 and September 27, when the park's full suite of amenities, including drinking water and showers, are available. Winter brings ice fishing and a serene, frosty landscape, but prepare for cold conditions and limited facilities.

Know before you go

Check for any special restrictions or closures before your visit, especially during extreme weather conditions.
Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash at all times to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all park visitors.
Accessibility is a priority, with ADA accessible facilities available for those with disabilities.
Remember to bring quarters for the metered showers available at Marshall Cove Campground.
Non-residents should be prepared to pay a day-use entrance fee, with discounts for walk-ins and cyclists.