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At the base of the Beartooth Mountains, Roscoe is surrounded by wild places and endless opportunities for exploration. Fewer than 65 people live here, and their pride in the town’s heritage runs deep. Landmarks like the Hogan Schoolhouse along Highway 78 stand as reminders of Roscoe’s historic beginnings.
Take the Luther–Roscoe Scenic Drive, a short 18-mile loop through rolling foothills, sweeping grasslands, and past rustic barns, one-room schoolhouses and East Rosebud Creek. Scenic pull-offs along the way include a Montana Highway Historic Marker interpreting the old Bozeman Trail.
Roscoe is a great stop along the way to nearby adventures. Red Lodge Mountain offers wide-open skiing with affordable lift tickets and room to roam. Cooney State Park, a reservoir just down the road, is a favorite for boating, camping and fishing — especially for walleye and rainbow trout — and also ice fishing. And yes, if you ask someone about Roscoe, odds are you’ll hear: “Where the hell is Roscoe?” — a phrase made famous by The Grizzly Bar’s legendary slogan.
Cast a fly line on East Rosebud Creek, then head to River Arts & Books, a welcoming community space and bookshop devoted to the literary arts.
For a quiet experience, head toward East Rosebud Lake for tent or RV camping, hiking and kayaking in a more off-the-radar setting than Cooney State Park.
Looking to explore nearby East Rosebud Lake? Pitch a tent or park the camper at Jimmy Joe Campground. It’s rustic, quiet, and just steps away from the trailhead into the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness — including the start of the famous Beaten Path trek.
While Roscoe doesn’t host major events, the town is a favorite pre- or post-ride stop for road cyclists and motorcyclists touring the Beartooths.
