Lakeside camping near Helena

The Montana magic is real in Helena—paddle the Missouri and hike, bike, or climb in the mountains.

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Mile High Mountain Homestead

2 sites · Lodging20 acres · Helmville, MT
We are officially open for the 2024 season! Located in the Garnet Mountains of Montana, we offer beautiful views and wildlife viewing all the while providing you with a homestead experience . We offer a homestead tour of our place and enjoy some greens from our gardens and visit our goats and rabbits and purchase some fresh cheese and milk to take back to your tent too . The price includes the use of the wood fired hot tub for an evening soak with a beautiful private view of the mountains and small lake . Enjoy a hand made fresh baked pizza to order from our homestead, 15”for $35 , or just come and relax and enjoy your views We love to share our experiences with our guests! There is also a luxurious outdoor shower to wash off all that campfire smell , as well! So come enjoy some high mountain glamping with us and discover just how peaceful it is in our neck of the Garnet mountains! Visit us on instagram! @milehighmountainhomestead
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Farm Land Escape

3 sites · RVs, Tents53 acres · Helena, MT
Please contact me through here 1-2 days prior to your arrival so I can get your area ready. As there may be one other camper from time to time as well. I want you to have the privacy and the experience as if it was only you and you’re family staying. This 53 acres use to be owned by a guy named John Helberg which is who the road is named after. It’s the original homestead land dated over 100 years ago where they farmed for there dairy cows and other livestock. This is right off a dead end road. You will have a view of a Montana farm field with the Rocky Mountains in the background. Dark nights out of the town means the stars will be out and about! This is a quiet secluded area there is a house near by, he is an older gentlemen you won’t even know he’s there. Depending on time of year there will be a field full of crop or the farm getting farmed. There very well could be some horses near by to pet!! Located 10 minutes from the lakes. 5 minutes from a reservoir. 10 minutes from town. 15 min to closest hiking areas. Helena really is the heart of fun very centralized for all directions of fun! Very easy pull in and pull out area. Please not there may be other campers enjoying as well Black Sandy State Park and Helena National Park are both under 15 miles away. Enjoy hiking and If you’re the boating type, head down the Missouri river in search of a rumored rope swing or jump off the boat for a dip in the crystal waters of Hauser Lake. Looking to avoid all the crowds or enjoy a solitary weekend under the endless Montana sky? Just head to Black Sandy during the winter months! You’ll find the same great stunning views and an ice skating experience that will put your grandparents’ childhood tales to shame. I do have power 50 amp, fresh water, grey water hook up, no black water. This option may not be available all of the time.
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$80
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Elkhorn Mountain Top Cabin

1 site · Lodging20 acres · Elkhorn, MT
This amazing remote cabin sits on the top of a mountain. It is only accessible by 4X4 OFF ROAD VEHICLE, ATV, DIRT BIKE, SIDE BY SIDE or by hiking in if you're up for adventure. Meaning the road is very rough and rocky. Please look at all pictures before asking if your vehicle will make it! Once your there it's all worth it! Here you will get the full Montana outdoor experience! Getting here is not for the weak. To reach this cabin you must be able to drive the most rugged road or endure a 7-mile hike to reach one of the most remote places! Let's face it, this remote cabin is what we all need, but only the die Hards will make the trip! Only accessible by 4X4 not 4WD (not SUV's) but a lifted off-road 4X4, dirt-bike, ATVs, or a side by side are a must & you must know to navigate rough terrain and have the vehicle to do so. Please see all photos before booking! You will have the entire cabin to yourself. The only thing you'll need to pack is some food and some clean underwear for after the drive! Once you make it, you'll be in a true Montana Paradise. Whether you're wanting to get a good look at the northern lights this is the best spot! No light pollution and more stars than you have ever seen! Or take your wife up for a special anniversary! Great place for hiking to hidden lakes with plenty of fishing and wildlife. After staying here, you won't want to leave! If this interest, you book now! The time to access this place is limited as you can only get there 3 months out of the year, and it books up quick! The owner is usually staying at a lower cabin to help with any questions about the cabin or surrounding area. If you do not have a vehicle that will make the drive, but you still want to be able to go to this amazing cabin you can book more than 3 nights and we will bring you up and back down for $100. If you cannot make it due to driving or your vehicle breaks down, you will not be refunded. We are not responsible for any damage to your vehicle.
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