Halfmoon Campground campground
Halfmoon Campground
Reservations are not accepted at Halfmoon Campground, and sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a spot. The best time of year to visit is typically from late spring to early fall when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Visitors should be aware that the campground is located in bear country, so proper food storage and bear safety precautions should be followed.
Halfmoon Campground offers a serene and scenic camping experience in Montana. With its beautiful natural surroundings and basic amenities, it provides a great opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to connect with nature.
What's on-site at Halfmoon Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Halfmoon Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ibex Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Porcupine Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Shields River Dispersed Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crandall Creek Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Grey Bear Fas | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Halfmoon Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder River At Big Timber Mt | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Shields River Nr Livingston Mt | 347 cfs | → |
| South Fork Musselshell R Ab Martinsdale Mt | 43 cfs | → |
| Musselshell River Nr Martinsdale | 192 cfs | → |
| Musselshell River At Harlowton Mt | 245 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River Near Livingston Mt | 8,020 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Halfmoon Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| S Fork Shields | 14.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Porcupine | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Porcupine | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Big Timber | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Clyde Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sacajawea | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Halfmoon Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Halfmoon Campground
Can I make reservations at Halfmoon Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Halfmoon Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Halfmoon Campground.