Bighorn Campground
Located in the Rock Creek drainage, this campground is situated right on Rock Creek in an old growth Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir forest. This area is known for its blue ribbon trout stream and rugged canyon environment. The campground is open year-round, weather dependent. There are no amenities from October through April. Trailers, motorhomes and tow vehicles are not recommended due to the narrow and rough road.
Reservations
No reservations are taken. The campground is first-come, first-served.
General Information
Open year-round, snow dependent. Fee charged May 1, 2026- September 28, 2026.
Please visit the Forest's Alerts page for information on restrictions, in particular please review the Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order to help reduce the likelihood of human-to-bear conflicts.
Overnight Use:
$10 per night
A $10 fee will be charged starting early May. Limit 2 vehicles per site.
Must be physically restrained on a 6 foot leash.
Address: 24 Fort Missoula Road Missoula, MT 59804
Phone: 406-329-3814
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 46.389677
Longitude: -113.658991
Directions
On 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.
Parking
Large RVs not suggested.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
No facilities for stock at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream Info
Bighorn Campground is located across the road from Rock Creek that is a popular fishing destination.
