Terry Scenic View Area campground
Terry Scenic View Area
Visitors to the Terry Scenic View Area Campground can enjoy a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There are no water or electrical hookups available, but potable water is available at the nearby Fort Keogh Livestock and Range Research Laboratory.
The area surrounding the campground is known for its unique geology, including the colorful badlands formations and the sandstone cliffs of the Makoshika State Park. Wildlife is abundant in the area, with opportunities to see bighorn sheep, pronghorns, and coyotes. Visitors can also enjoy fishing in the Yellowstone River, which is home to a variety of fish species, including trout, walleye, and catfish.
The best time of year to visit the Terry Scenic View Area Campground is from late spring to early fall, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-80s Fahrenheit. Visitors should come prepared for changing weather conditions, as the area is known for sudden thunderstorms.
Sources:
- Bureau of Land Management: https://www.blm.gov/visit/terry-scenic-view-area-campground
- Montana State Parks: https://stateparks.mt.gov/makoshika/
- Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks: https://fwp.mt.gov/fishing/where-to-fish/yellowstone-river/
What's on-site at Terry Scenic View Area
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 Terry Scenic View Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kempton Rv Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Powder River Depot | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Powder River Depot Fas | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Silvertip Reservoir | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fallon Bridge Fas | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Terry Scenic View Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Powder River Near Locate Mt | 14 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Miles City Mt | 10,600 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt | 9,960 cfs | → |
| Tongue River At Miles City Mt | 54 cfs | → |
| Redwater River At Circle Mt | 14 cfs | → |
| Pumpkin Creek Near Miles City Mt | 0 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 Terry Scenic View Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Terry Scenic View Area
Can I make reservations at Terry Scenic View Area?
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 Terry Scenic View Area?
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 Terry Scenic View Area.