The best campgrounds near Billings, Montana with horseback riding

If you're looking for adventure in Big Sky Country, head to Billings in south central Montana. Billings is the state's largest city and sits about 4 hours from state capital Helena. The mighty Yellowstone River runs along the city's east and south borders.

Yellowstone National Park is a three-hour drive to the southwest. If you're traveling by vehicle, definitely take I-90 to the Beartooth Highway to get there. This breathtaking scenic route takes you through gorgeous high-altitude alpine country. Stop by beautiful Beartooth Lake for waterfront tent and cabin camping on the way.

Are you coming to Billings in an RV? Billings Village RV Park makes a pretty convenient layover stop if you're staying in the city proper. Here you'll find 75 spaces with full electrical hookups and Wi-Fi. Lake Elmo State Park is also within city limits. This relaxing park offers access to calmer waters than those of the Yellowstone River.

War history buffs might be interested in a visit to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. This area marks the infamous spot of Custer's Last Stand. In addition to its historic relevance, this area is rich in reptile and amphibian wildlife. Bring your binoculars along for a chance at spotting some rare species.

100% (75) • 19 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Billings

Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

1. Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

100%

(50)

12mi from Billings · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Learn more about this land:Close to many amenities in Billings but far enough away to feel secluded. Must check in with owner. Generators are okay but MUST be elevated. 15 min to downtown Billings.

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from

$25

/ night

Cowtown Ranch

2. Cowtown Ranch

100%

(21)

35mi from Billings · 8 sites · Tents, RVs

110 Acre ranch nestled between the Pryor Mountains  & the Beartooth Mountains gateway to Yellowstone Nat'l Park

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$35

/ night

Solitude on the Meadow by the River

3. Solitude on the Meadow by the River

100%

(27)

48mi from Billings · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

The Stillwater River Wedding Ranch is a wedding venue on the Stillwater River. We also host wedding and cooprate retreats right on the beautiful Stillwater River. Learn more about this land: Surrounded by hay fields, stars, and the Stillwater River, this site is a little piece of heaven. The site has a clean portable outhouse. Spend the day fishing, hiking, and exploring the outdoors.  There are lots of whitetail and mule deer to watch for, as well as geese, ducks, cranes, foxes, coyotes, turkeys, and raccoons. Every once in a while, a black bear might travel through camp. It is solitude.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

from

$30

/ night

Cooney Reservoir State Park

4. Cooney Reservoir State Park

50%

(4)

92 sites · Boyd, Montana

Discover Cooney State Park's scenic vistas and abundant outdoor activities.

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Electrical hookup

Toilets

Custer Gallatin National Forest

5. Custer Gallatin National Forest

84%

(59)

936 sites · Lodge Grass, Montana

Find wilderness camping near Yellowstone National Park and beyond.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

6. Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

94%

(8)

185 sites · Wyoming

Discover the rugged beauty of Bighorn Canyon's vast landscapes.

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Electrical hookup

Toilets

If you're looking for adventure in Big Sky Country, head to Billings in south central Montana. Billings is the state's largest city and sits about 4 hours from state capital Helena. The mighty Yellowstone River runs along the city's east and south borders.

Yellowstone National Park is a three-hour drive to the southwest. If you're traveling by vehicle, definitely take I-90 to the Beartooth Highway to get there. This breathtaking scenic route takes you through gorgeous high-altitude alpine country. Stop by beautiful Beartooth Lake for waterfront tent and cabin camping on the way.

Are you coming to Billings in an RV? Billings Village RV Park makes a pretty convenient layover stop if you're staying in the city proper. Here you'll find 75 spaces with full electrical hookups and Wi-Fi. Lake Elmo State Park is also within city limits. This relaxing park offers access to calmer waters than those of the Yellowstone River.

War history buffs might be interested in a visit to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. This area marks the infamous spot of Custer's Last Stand. In addition to its historic relevance, this area is rich in reptile and amphibian wildlife. Bring your binoculars along for a chance at spotting some rare species.

100% (75) • 19 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Billings

Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

1. Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

100%

(50)

12mi from Billings · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Learn more about this land:Close to many amenities in Billings but far enough away to feel secluded. Must check in with owner. Generators are okay but MUST be elevated. 15 min to downtown Billings.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

from

$25

/ night

Cowtown Ranch

2. Cowtown Ranch

100%

(21)

35mi from Billings · 8 sites · Tents, RVs

110 Acre ranch nestled between the Pryor Mountains  & the Beartooth Mountains gateway to Yellowstone Nat'l Park

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

from

$35

/ night

Solitude on the Meadow by the River

3. Solitude on the Meadow by the River

100%

(27)

48mi from Billings · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

The Stillwater River Wedding Ranch is a wedding venue on the Stillwater River. We also host wedding and cooprate retreats right on the beautiful Stillwater River. Learn more about this land: Surrounded by hay fields, stars, and the Stillwater River, this site is a little piece of heaven. The site has a clean portable outhouse. Spend the day fishing, hiking, and exploring the outdoors.  There are lots of whitetail and mule deer to watch for, as well as geese, ducks, cranes, foxes, coyotes, turkeys, and raccoons. Every once in a while, a black bear might travel through camp. It is solitude.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

from

$30

/ night

Cooney Reservoir State Park

4. Cooney Reservoir State Park

50%

(4)

92 sites · Boyd, Montana

Discover Cooney State Park's scenic vistas and abundant outdoor activities.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Custer Gallatin National Forest

5. Custer Gallatin National Forest

84%

(59)

936 sites · Lodge Grass, Montana

Find wilderness camping near Yellowstone National Park and beyond.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

6. Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

94%

(8)

185 sites · Wyoming

Discover the rugged beauty of Bighorn Canyon's vast landscapes.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Zach

August 2025

35 ft fifth wheel

With pets

3 nights at Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

Nice area easy to find nice place to stay friendly host

amy

August 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

Loved camping here. It was nice and quiet. My dog loved laying in the creek to cool off and playing in the yard. The sites are very well maintained by the host and the host was very helpful in directing me to the site and communication.

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Ashley

August 2025

16 ft car

With pets

1 night at Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

I got caught in a storm while on Stephen’s land so I couldn’t make the most of it, but the property was beautiful and Stephen was a kind host! I even saw some fawns while heading to my site.

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Kayla

July 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

We loved camping on Stephen’s property! It was grassy, which was great for our pup to run around on. Also very peaceful with it being creekside. Stephen was very responsive and organized with his check in and check out instructions.

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Eric

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cowtown Ranch

Extremely quit and beautiful, definitely recommended

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david

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cowtown Ranch

Tent camp was great, enjoyed the ranch , quiet and peaceful, facilities were good

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Clayton

July 2025

20 ft Class B

1 night at Cowtown Ranch

We had a great night stay at Daniel’s. Campsite was just mowed, campfire was great, views were great. Would stay again for sure.

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Daniel

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Cowtown Ranch

Easy enough to find with a little help from Google. Lots of space with lots of big trees. Big time quite only interrupted by bird calls and songs. Friendly host Dan who’ll even set you up with a campfire. Short walk to restroom/showers. Water is hot and facilities are clean. All for a nice price. Thanks Dan. Definitely recommend.

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Philipp

July 2025

19 ft campervan

With kids

1 night at Cowtown Ranch

Beautiful and peaceful site under the trees, surrounded by green pasture. We were the only guests, so it felt very private. Nice and clean bathroom with shower. 30 minute ride to Red Lodge, feels like you are away from everything.

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Emmy

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

beautiful and peaceful place to stay for the night. i would absolutely recommend!

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Katie

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

This site was private and gorgeous! We loved the little creek.

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Dillon

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

Nice peaceful place to camp! Very secluded, and great views

Dave A

June 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

We were looking for a relaxed, calm location for our first trip in our new camper and we found it here! The sites were clean, extremely well maintained, and nearly level, without much work! We will be back!

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Timothy

May 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Creekside Camp at Prairie Skies

Nice secluded and well kept spot along a Greek. Beautiful sunrise and sunset…great layout. Owner is responsive and informative as well as a nice guy! Clean port o potty!