Valley View - Makoshika State Park — RV Camping in Glendive, MT

Valley View at Makoshika State Park offers a remarkable camping experience in the heart of Montana's badlands, just outside Glendive in eastern Montana. Situated within Montana's largest state park — spanning over 11,500 acres — this campground places guests amid dramatic badland formations and fossil-rich terrain dating back 65.5 million years to the Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary. The park is renowned for its discoveries of Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, and other prehistoric remains, making it a destination unlike any other in the Northern Plains. Campers can take advantage of on-site picnic tables, grills, and restroom facilities, while the pet-friendly environment welcomes four-legged companions. Hikers and trail enthusiasts will find an extensive network of trails winding through the sculpted badlands, perfect for exploring the otherworldly landscape. Beyond hiking, the park offers disc golf, scenic drives, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and mountain biking. A visitor center with interpretive exhibits provides rich geological and paleontological context for the surroundings. An outdoor amphitheater adds to the communal atmosphere. Located near Glendive, Montana, Valley View is an ideal base for travelers seeking a blend of natural wonder, outdoor adventure, and deep geological history in the rugged Montana badlands.