Cascade

Custer Gallatin National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: RED LODGE, MT, MT

Price: From $18 per night

Price range: $18–$33 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (60 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cascade Campground is located 11 miles west of Red Lodge, in southern Montana. It conveniently sits along Forest Road 2071, which is paved for most of the route. The area is a popular location for hiking, backpacking and fishing.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cascade to be notified when sites open up.

Cascade Campground offers 29 sites along the West Fork of Rock Creek with popular fishing and hiking access, including the Basin Lakes Trailhead just 3 miles away. The paved Forest Road 2071 access and diverse recreational activities make it a convenient base for outdoor enthusiasts.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves and moose have been documented in the area within 8km of the campground; also expect yellow-bellied marmots, american red squirrels, and various bird species including clark's nutcrackers and mountain chickadees.

Insider tips for Cascade: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Fishing dock on Wild Bill Lake provides accessible fishing access RVs must be self-contained as there are no hookups available

Skip Cascade if: You need RV hookups. You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window. You prefer developed campground infrastructure.

Best time to visit Cascade: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this window only.

Nearby campgrounds: Basin Montana Campground (RED LODGE, MT), Parkside (RED LODGE, MT), Sheridan (RED LODGE, MT), Rattin Campground (RED LODGE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cascade

Cell signal at Cascade (RED LODGE, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Cascade Campground is located 11 miles west of Red Lodge, in southern Montana. It conveniently sits along Forest Road 2071, which is paved for most of the route. The area is a popular location for hiking, backpacking and fishing.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups✕ You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ You prefer developed campground infrastructure

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Fishing dock on Wild Bill Lake provides accessible fishing access

RVs must be self-contained as there are no hookups available

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this window only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Gray wolves and moose have been documented in the area within 8km of the campground; also expect yellow-bellied marmots, american red squirrels, and various bird species including clark's nutcrackers and mountain chickadees.

Location

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Getting there →

From U.S. Highway 212, go to the south end of Red Lodge. Turn west onto West Fork Rock Creek Road (Forest Road 2071) and travel 11 miles west. The campground is on the left.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Custer Gallatin National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Custer Gallatin National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Cascade cost per night?+
Cascade costs $18–$33 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Cascade open?+
Cascade is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cascade have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Cascade?+
Cascade can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Cascade?+
Cascade is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Cascade?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cascade is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cascade open, and what are check-in times?+
Cascade is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$18 /night★ 4.3 (60)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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