Pelican Fas campground
Pelican Fas
The best time to visit Pelican Fas camping area is during the summer months when the weather is mild and conducive to outdoor activities. Camping enthusiasts can enjoy activities like fishing, hiking, and wildlife spotting in the surrounding area. However, it is essential to be cautious of the local wildlife, particularly bears. Campers should properly store their food to prevent attracting these animals and adhere to recommended safety guidelines. Overall, Pelican Fas camping area in Montana provides a serene and comfortable environment for campers to enjoy the beauty of nature.
What's on-site at Pelican Fas
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 Pelican Fas, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bridger Station | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Otter Creek Fas | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Big Rock Fas | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Deer Creek Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Grey Bear Fas | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pelican Fas -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder River At Big Timber Mt | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Stillwater River Near Absarokee Mt | 1,320 cfs | → |
| Red Lodge Cr Ab Cooney Re Nr Boyd Mt | 19 cfs | → |
| Shields River Nr Livingston Mt | 347 cfs | → |
| Willow Creek Near Boyd Mt | 6 cfs | → |
| West Rosebud Creek Near Roscoe Mt | 79 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Pelican Fas -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Timber | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| East Boulder Mine | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| East Boulder Mine | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Columbus | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Placer Basin | 18.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Placer Basin | 18.0 in | -2.0 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
- Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park
- Halfbreed Lake National Wildlife Refuge
- Hailstone National Wildlife Refuge
- Cooney State Park
Boat launches
- Greycliff Bridge Sweet Grass County
- Howie Road Sweet Grass County
- West Frontage Road Stillwater County
- North Yellowstone Trail Road Sweet Grass County
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 Pelican Fas as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pelican Fas
Can I make reservations at Pelican Fas?
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 Pelican Fas?
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 Pelican Fas.