Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area encompasses Afterbay, a National Park Service campground that draws visitors to this section of south-central Montana. The facility operates without water hookups, requiring campers to bring their own supply for drinking and cooking needs. Sites include individual picnic tables and fire rings, with mature trees providing shade coverage across the camping area.
A central grass field serves as a gathering space where visitors play horseshoes, volleyball, and other lawn games. The campground fills to capacity during summer months, making advance reservations essential for peak season visits. An 8-mile round-trip hiking trail begins nearby, leading to elevated viewpoints overlooking the lake and surrounding mountain terrain. Campers also access the adjacent lake for swimming and water activities. Those seeking additional options can explore places to camp near Fort Smith in the broader region.
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Location
Public CampgroundAfterbay is located in Montana
Coordinates
45.31571534 N
107.9492593 W
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 59 min from Billings, MT
- 3 hrs 40 min from Bozeman, MT
- 3 hrs 59 min from Casper, WY
- 5 hrs 4 min from Helena, MT









