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Racetrack Campground (Mt)

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Anaconda, MT, MT

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: Late May through September

Racetrack Campground is located in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwest Montana. The campground’s 13 campsites are set amid mixed conifers along the banks of Racetrack Creek. The camping fee is $15 per night.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Fishing

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

Beautiful National Forest campground along Racetrack Creek in southwest Montana with excellent outdoor recreation including biking, fishing, hiking, and ATV trails. Campers praise the roomy, quiet location with nearby free dispersed camping options.

Wildlife alert: Townsend's Solitaire, Swainson's Hawk, Dark-eyed Junco, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake documented in the area

Insider tips for Racetrack Campground (Mt): First-come, first-served only - arrive early to secure a site Pay on-site via QR code on Recreation.gov mobile app Expect no cell reception in the area Road access is rough; prepare accordingly Multiple fire roads available for riding

Skip Racetrack Campground (Mt) if: You need cell phone reception. You require hookups - no hookups available. You need advance reservations - first-come, first-served only. You depend on readily available firewood - noted as difficult to find.

Best time to visit Racetrack Campground (Mt): Late May - September — Official seasonal operations window per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Racetrack Cabin (Phillipsburg, MT), Spring Hill Campground (WEST OF ANACONDA, MT), Cable Mountain Campground (Mt) (Philipsburg, MT), Lodgepole Campground (On Georgetown Lake, Montana) (Anaconda, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Racetrack Campground (Mt)

Cell signal at Racetrack Campground (Mt) (Anaconda, 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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    Racetrack Campground (Mt)

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    Anaconda, MT, MT★ 4 (0 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Racetrack Campground is located in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwest Montana. The campground’s 13 campsites are set amid mixed conifers along the banks of Racetrack Creek. The camping fee is $15 per night.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonLate May through September
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Restrooms

    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 cell phone reception✕ You require hookups - no hookups available✕ You need advance reservations - first-come, first-served only✕ You depend on readily available firewood - noted as difficult to find

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only - arrive early to secure a site

    Pay on-site via QR code on Recreation.gov mobile app

    Expect no cell reception in the area

    Road access is rough; prepare accordingly

    Multiple fire roads available for riding

    Best: Late May - September

    Official seasonal operations window per verified data

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    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: Townsend's Solitaire, Swainson's Hawk, Dark-eyed Junco, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake documented in the area

    Location

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    N/A· Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
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    Getting there →

    Racetrack Campground is located about 11 miles south of Deer Lodge off Interstate 90. From Deerlodge, travel east on Interstate 90 and take the Galen Exit #197 toward Galen Rd. Turn right (west) onto Galen Road, travel for 3 miles then turn right onto Willow Road. In 1 mile turn left onto Bowman Road (which becomes Modesty Creek Road), and in 2.3 miles you will make a slight right onto Racetrack Road/County Road 1592. Travel 4 miles and the campground entrance will be on your left.

    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

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

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Racetrack Campground (Mt) cost per night?+
    Racetrack Campground (Mt) costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Racetrack Campground (Mt) open?+
    Racetrack Campground (Mt) is open Late May through September. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Racetrack Campground (Mt) have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Racetrack Campground (Mt)?+
    Racetrack Campground (Mt) is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Racetrack Campground (Mt)?+
    Racetrack Campground (Mt) 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 Racetrack Campground (Mt)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Racetrack Campground (Mt) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Racetrack Campground (Mt) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Racetrack Campground (Mt) is open Late May through September. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $15 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonLate May through September
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
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    Nearby Campgrounds

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