Makoshika State Park campground
Makoshika State Park
The best time to visit Makoshika State Park is during the summer months, from May to September, when the weather is warm and suitable for outdoor activities. Explorers will have the opportunity to witness the park's unique features, including its stunning badlands landscape, an array of dinosaur fossils, and scenic hiking trails. It is worth noting that the park's rugged terrain can be challenging for some visitors, so it is important to exercise caution while hiking and exploring the area.
In conclusion, Makoshika State Park's campground in Montana provides basic amenities and accepts reservations for a comfortable camping experience. The best time to visit is during the summer months, where visitors can enjoy the park's distinctive badlands scenery, dinosaur fossils, and hiking trails. However, caution should be exercised due to the rugged terrain of the area.
What's on-site at Makoshika State Park
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 Makoshika State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaycee West City Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Glendive Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine-On-The-Rock Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rattlesnake Reservoir | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Intake Dam Fas | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Makoshika State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt | 9,960 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek Nr Trotters | 2 cfs | → |
| Redwater River At Circle Mt | 14 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River Near Sidney Mt | 10,400 cfs | → |
| Powder River Near Locate Mt | 14 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River At Medora | 2 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
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 Makoshika State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Makoshika State Park
Can I make reservations at Makoshika State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Makoshika State Park?
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 Makoshika State Park.