Medicine Campground Site 6 campground
Medicine Campground Site 6
Reservations are not accepted at Medicine Campground Site 6 as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. This means that visitors should plan their trip accordingly and arrive early to secure a spot, especially during peak seasons.
The best time to visit Medicine Campground Site 6 is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. The campground is located in a picturesque area surrounded by natural beauty, making it perfect for hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. However, campers should be cautious of bears in the area and take necessary precautions to keep their food and belongings secure.
In summary, Medicine Campground Site 6 in Montana offers a range of amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and potable water. Reservations are not accepted, so early arrival is recommended. The best time to visit is during the summer months, and campers should be cautious of bears and take appropriate measures to ensure their safety.
What's on-site at Medicine Campground Site 6
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 Medicine Campground Site 6, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine Campground Site 5 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Medicine Campground Site 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Medicine Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Barrys Landing - Bighorn Canyon National Rec Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Trail Creek Canyon Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Medicine Campground Site 6 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bighorn River Near St. Xavier | 1,570 cfs | → |
| Shoshone River Near Lovell | 270 cfs | → |
| Bighorn River At Kane | 838 cfs | → |
| Little Bighorn River At State Line Nr Wyola Mt | 335 cfs | → |
| West Pass Creek Near Parkman | 10 cfs | → |
| East Pass Creek Near Dayton | 12 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Medicine Campground Site 6 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deaver - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bald Mountain Snotel | 43.0 in | -3.0 in | → |
| Bald Mtn. | 46.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bridger 2n | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Burgess Junction | 4.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Burgess Junction | 4.0 in | -4.0 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
- Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area
- Chief Plenty Coups State Park
- National Conservation Area Bull Elk Park
- Farm Service Agency Interest Of Montana National Wildlife Refuge
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Bighorn Lake
- Big Horn Lake
- Bluewater Spring
- Bridger
- Clarks Fork Yellowstone
- Tongue River Fishing West
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 Medicine Campground Site 6 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Medicine Campground Site 6
Can I make reservations at Medicine Campground Site 6?
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 Medicine Campground Site 6?
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 Medicine Campground Site 6.