Greenough Lake

Custer Gallatin National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: RED LODGE, MT, MT

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (78 reviews)

Season: May through October

Greenough Lake Campground is within walking distance of its namesake, 12 miles south of Red Lodge, in southern Montana. It is located just off the scenic Beartooth Highway. The area is a popular location for fishing, hiking and scenic driving.

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/greenough-lake to be notified when sites open up.

Greenough Lake sits within walking distance of its namesake lake, just 12 miles south of Red Lodge off the scenic Beartooth Highway, making it ideal for fishing, hiking, and accessing nearby trailheads like Glacier Lake, Hellroaring, and Lake Fork. Campers consistently praise the well-maintained facilities and convenient location as a strong stopping point.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly Bear, Shiras Moose, Mountain Goat, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Dusky Grouse, Black Rosy-Finch, White-crowned Sparrow, Western Terrestrial Garter Snake

Insider tips for Greenough Lake: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Vault toilets are actively maintained throughout the day; arrive prepared with toilet paper No hookups available; ensure RV is self-contained before arrival

Skip Greenough Lake if: You need full RV hookups — no hookups at most sites. You prefer longer stays — location is better suited as a stopping point with limited activity variety. You are visiting November-April — seasonal operations only May through October.

Best time to visit Greenough Lake: July-September — Peak season within May-October operating window; warmer weather for fishing, hiking, boating, and canoeing activities.

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