Lake Camping in Billings, Montana, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

United States
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Montana
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Billings

86% (150 reviews)

Popular camping styles for Billings

Dog-friendly getaways

4 top lakeside campgrounds near Billings

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Trees, Lake view, Rock buttes!

14 sites · RVs, Tents1000 acres · Lockwood, MT

4 miles from Billings. 1000 acres. We try to keep things as natural as possible except we do mow the common area in the trees. For security reasons, we will meet you at the gates and escort you to your camping spot upon 1st arrival. Fire wood available for sale $10 - needs to be discussed before hand. Camping available on the butte for viewing of northern lights. Lots of room to explore. Long term camping is available. 1 porta-potty on site. There is 1 mile of dirt road after leaving the pavement. We are 6 miles from Walmart. This is a working cattle ranch and the cows come through time to time. The listing computer keeps putting us in LOCKWOOD but we are actually 3 miles north of Billings. Last minute bookings are fine, if we are around -we will let you stay. We live 1 mile from the camp site and 2 miles from the gates where we will meet you. If you are looking for a RV park or campground - this is not it. We have cows, birds, wild animals and dirt roads. There is no power but we could hook you up to a generator if needed. There is a new camper on site that may be rented ( owned by a different party) message us for details. The morning of you arrival, please send an ETA so we know how to plan our day, then give us a 30 minute heads up before arrival so we can meet you at the gates. Sometimes we also are 30 minutes away. A lot of the time you may be the only campers out here.

Nature Resort on the Bighorn River

33 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents17 acres · Fort Smith, MT

Cottonwood Camp is nestled under towering cottonwood trees on 17 historical acres, overlooking 3 Mile Access on the legendary Bighorn River. These hallowed grounds are surrounded by 300 wildlife filled acres of Bighorn Canyon National Rec' Area land. Excellent boating, water sports, and additional fishing opportunities are a short 15 minute drive away at Bighorn Canyon Lake. Our 14 cabins all have a personality of their own with occupancy capacity ranging from 2 all the way up to 18! All feature a fully equipped kitchen + outdoor social space w/ bbq grill. In addition we have FHU & W/E RV sites and plenty of pitch tent sites that have use of our two bathhouses. Guests are greeted in our full service fly shop that can get you hooked up on a guided trip, shuttle, or drift boat rental. Whether you want an action packed day on the Bighorn, a relaxing day on the Lake or just wanna escape your day to day to hear the sights & sounds of Big Sky Country, you can't go wrong with Cottonwood Camp!

Fishing lodge on big horn river

1 site · RV4 acres · Fort Smith, MT

Come enjoy this amazing fishing lodge near big horn river in Montana. Our secluded 4 acre facility is an out of the way place but still only a mile from the amazing blue ribbon trout river. Other activities include visiting the big horn reservoir. We offer 3 every sites fully functional with power, water and sewer. Three mile lodge also has a main lodge, cabins, and laundry facility.

The Whynot Lodge

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Fort Smith, MT

The Whynot Lodge is located in the Bighorn Canyon National Park, above the Yellowtail Dam in Fort Smith, Montana. Fly/Bait fishing and all water recreation sports are accessible. Plus hiking, mountain biking, and spelunking in ancient caves with 7000 y/o petroglyphs in them. We welcome artists, photographers, writers, and anyone who might be learning about a homesteading lifestyle. We recommend visiting our website at http://www.thewhynotlodge.com for a more complete description of our lodging.

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

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Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

Wyoming

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Cooney Reservoir State Park

Boyd, Montana

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Lakeside camping near Billings guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp, the go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience near Billings, Montana! With over 130 options available specifically for those who prefer camping near a lake, you'll have no trouble finding the ideal spot for your outdoor adventure. From Big Quiet Cowboy Camping with 246 glowing reviews, to Trees, Lake view, Rock buttes! and Nature Resort on the Bighorn River, each offering unique experiences and amenities, you're sure to find a campsite that suits your needs. Whether you're into wind sports, surfing, or exploring historic sites, you'll have plenty of activities to choose from. Plus, with an average price per night of $45 and options as low as $20, you'll be able to enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. So start planning your next camping trip and book your spot today!