Can you reserve a site at Cascade?

Yes, Cascade is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Cascade have?

30 sites in total, of which 29 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Cascade?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Cascade?

Yes, pets are allowed at Cascade.

Are campfires allowed at Cascade?

Campfires are allowed at Cascade. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Cascade, Montana — 29 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

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.

Recreation

Fishing is a popular activity along the West Fork of Rock Creek and at nearby Wild Bill Lake. The small lake is open to kayaking and canoeing, and an accessible fishing dock is located on the shore.

The Basin Lakes Trailhead is three miles away, across the road from Basin Campground. Silver Run Plateau, West Fork and Timberline Lakes trails offer access to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness.

Mountain bikers enjoy the Ingles Creek Trail and a variety of loop trails at Silver Run. Biking is also allowed on the Basin Lakes Trail.

Facilities

The campground offers several single-family sites, one of which is accessible (site #5). Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Trash may be deposited in receptacles at nearby Basin Campground.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of the West Fork of Rock Creek. The area surrounding the campground was burned by the Cascade Fire in 2008, which left many open glades with abundant wildflowers.

Nearby Attractions

The charming town of Red Lodge, Mont., offers a variety of dining and lodging options, galleries, shops and annual summer events. The Home of Champions Rodeo is held on the Fourth of July weekend, Beartooth Bike Rally and Iron Horse Rodeo take place in mid-July, the Mountain Man Rendezvous is in late July and the Festival of Nations happens in early August.

The Beartooth Highway was deemed "the most beautiful drive in America," by the late Charles Kuralt. It snakes across the rugged Beartooth Mountains from Red Lodge to Cooke City. It is the highest elevation highway in the Northern Rockies. Along the way, visitors are treated to sweeping views and plentiful opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

Charges & Cancellations

Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This cancellation processing fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation processing fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

The facts

Season: 5/26- 9/8 Weather Dependent — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
29 bookable sites
30 sites in total, including non-bookable
2 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: Sites 1-24, Sites 25-30

Site types

29 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

30 campsites at Cascade

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
001	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	18 ft	8	🐾
002-HOST	Sites 1-24	Management	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	26 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	24 ft	8	🐾
004	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
005	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾
007	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	26 ft	8	🐾
008	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
009	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾
010	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	30 ft	8	🐾
011	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾
012	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	30 ft	8	🐾
013	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾
014	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	40 ft	8	🐾
015	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	20 ft	8	🐾
016	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	24 ft	8	🐾
017	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	26 ft	8	🐾
018	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	26 ft	8	🐾
019	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	24 ft	8	🐾
020	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	26 ft	8	🐾
021	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	24 ft	8	🐾
022	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	24 ft	8	🐾
023	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	24 ft	8	🐾
024	Sites 1-24	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	24 ft	8	🐾
025	Sites 25-30	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾
026	Sites 25-30	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	20 ft	8	🐾
027	Sites 25-30	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾
028	Sites 25-30	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	8	🐾
029	Sites 25-30	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	24 ft	8	🐾
030	Sites 25-30	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	18 ft	8	🐾

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.

45.17333, -109.45083 · 45°10'24.0"N 109°27'3.0"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	1.1	1.7	2.2	3.9	5.0	2.9	1.6	1.4	2.0	3.1	2.0	1.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

The first vehicle is included in the basic fee; A second will be charged an extra $10 fee and collected at the campground, if your site will accomodate it. Firewood bundles can be purchased from the campground host.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Cascade

Can you reserve a site at Cascade?: Yes, Cascade is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Cascade have?: 30 sites in total, of which 29 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Cascade?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Cascade?: Yes, pets are allowed at Cascade.
Are campfires allowed at Cascade?: Campfires are allowed at Cascade. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Cascade also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Cascade's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$9 each additional vehicle
$6 day use campground fee for over ½ hour
1/2 price fees for Interagency Senior or Access Pass holders

Accessibility:

Accessible Facilities: Toilet and 2 campsites. Visit Recreation.gov for details.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Rattin Campground 8.6 mi · Campground
East Rosebud Campground 9.1 mi · Campground
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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

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