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Distance
68 mi
Estimated days
1
From
Red Lodge
To
Cooke City
Best rig class for this route
Class C
PickRV's route-aware filter pre-selects rigs that fit the Beartooth Highway clearances, length restrictions, and altitude range.
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Georgia Live Oak Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
GA · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Hawaii Erupting Volcano Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
HI · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
New York Pizza Slice Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
NY · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
South Dakota Buffalo Tee — Vintage Travel Art
SD · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Iowa Sweet Corn Tee — Vintage Travel Art
IA · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Massachusetts Whale Tee — Vintage Travel Art
MA · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Michigan Mitten Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
MI · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
New Mexico Hot Air Balloon Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
NM · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Ohio Rocket Tee — Retro RV Travel Poster
OH · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
Vermont Pancakes Tee — Vintage Travel Art
VT · original travel-poster tee · XS–5XL
FAQ
How long is Beartooth Highway?
68 miles. PickRV recommends 1 days at a relaxed pace including rest stops + photography time.
Best rig class for Beartooth Highway?
Class C. Reason: clearance, length restrictions on mountain passes, fuel economy on long stretches, and ease of camp setup at scenic overlooks.
When should I drive Beartooth Highway?
Verify mountain pass + park-road open dates per state segment. PickRV's route planner overlays seasonal closures.
Can I pick up the rig in Red Lodge and drop in Cooke City?
Yes — PickRV supports one-way rentals between most major US cities. Drop-off fees vary by corridor — see /oneway/red-lodge/to/cooke-city for live pricing.
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Plan Beartooth Highway — state hubs + PickRV tools · 4
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Montana rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- Rental tax
- 0.00%
- Min driver age
- 18+ std · 21+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Allowed — no restriction
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-08:00
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Flat 15% built into the renter price — your base rate stays 100% yours · 48h free cancel. Owners + companies + tour operators all welcome.