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Sand Dunes Picnic Site

Fishtail, Montana · Carbon County · Facility

Sand Dunes Picnic Area is day-use only site, located in the East Rosebud drainage. This picnic area is open year-round, but is maintained from Memorial Day to Labor Day.Number of sites: 10Group sites: NoGarbage service: No. Please pack out all trash.Toilet: Yes. Vault toilet.Water: NoFor a road map of the area showing …

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About Sand Dunes Picnic Site

Sand Dunes Picnic Area is day-use only site, located in the East Rosebud drainage. This picnic area is open year-round, but is maintained from Memorial Day to Labor Day.Number of sites: 10Group sites: NoGarbage service: No. Please pack out all trash.Toilet: Yes. Vault toilet.Water: NoFor a road map of the area showing the location of recreation sites, please see our Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM).Directions from Beartooth Ranger District office:Drive north on US Hwy 212 for 2.1 miles. Turn left (west) onto MT-78 and drive 19.7 miles. Turn left (south) onto Roscoe Rd. Drive 2.3 miles, cross the bridge and turn right (south) onto East Rosebud Rd. Drive 5.6 miles to the picnic area, on your right.

Plan Your Visit to Sand Dunes Picnic Site

Heading to Sand Dunes Picnic Site? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Sand Dunes Picnic Site?

No central reservation system listed for Sand Dunes Picnic Site. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/239863) for the latest entry policy and availability.