M-K Campground campground
M-K Campground
Reservations are accepted at M-K Campground, allowing campers to secure their preferred dates and campsites in advance. This ensures a hassle-free experience, especially during peak seasons when the campground tends to be busy. Speaking of which, the best time to visit M-K Campground is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is pleasant and the area is teeming with lush greenery.
While exploring the camping area, visitors will find themselves surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The nearby mountains and forested landscapes provide excellent opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. It is important to be cautious of local wildlife and adhere to proper food storage practices to prevent encounters with bears and other animals. Overall, M-K Campground offers a wonderful camping experience with its amenities, reservation system, ideal visiting season, and the chance to immerse oneself in nature's beauty while taking necessary precautions to ensure a safe stay.
What's on-site at M-K 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 M-K Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limber Pine Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Greenough Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Parkside Campground And Group Campsites | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Rattin Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rattine Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of M-K Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek Near Red Lodge Mt | 351 cfs | → |
| Clarks Fork Yellowstone River Nr Belfry Mt | 4,520 cfs | → |
| West Rosebud Creek Near Roscoe Mt | 85 cfs | → |
| Soda Butte Cr At Park Bndry At Silver Gate | 373 cfs | → |
| Willow Creek Near Boyd Mt | 6 cfs | → |
| Red Lodge Cr Ab Cooney Re Nr Boyd Mt | 19 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of M-K Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beartooth Lake | 60.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Beartooth Lake Snotel | 60.0 in | -3.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Cole Creek | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Cole Creek | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Red Lodge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Burnt Mtn | 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.
Parks
- Custer National Forest
- Wilderness Absaroka-Beartooth
- North Absaroka Wilderness
- Cooney State Park
- Farm Service Agency Interest Of Montana National Wildlife Refuge
Boat launches
- Beartooth High Lakes Trail Wyoming
- Beartooth Highway Wyoming
- Clarks Fork Boat Launch
- Hogan Reservoir Boat Launch
- Luce Reservoir Boat Launch
Fishing spots
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary To Headwaters, Sec. 10, T9s, R17e
- Confluence Rock Creek, Sec. 34, T8s, R19e To Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary
- Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary To Headwaters, Sec. 20, T9s, R17e
- Custer Forest Boundary, Sec. 19, T8s, R20e To Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary
- Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary To Headwaters, Sec. 25, T8s, R17e
- Custer Boundary, Sec. 6, T8s, R20e To Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Boundary
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 M-K Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About M-K Campground
Can I make reservations at M-K 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 M-K 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 M-K Campground.