The best camping near Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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Thain Creek Campground

20 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Daisy Dean Camp Campground

10 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Lion Cr-upper Camp Campground

4 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Van Deriet Campground

6 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Kenck Cabin

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Hay Canyon Campground

9 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Kings Hill Campground

18 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Benchmark Campground

25 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Double Falls Campground

4 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Mortimer Gulch Campground

27 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Dry Wolf Campground

25 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Calf Creek Cabin

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Kings Hill Cabin

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Grasshopper Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Basin Cr Dispersed Campground

4 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Hunters Spring Cabin

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

West Fork Cabin (Choteau)

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Dry Wolf Cabin

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Judith Guard Station Cabin

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Monument Peak Lookout

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Richardson Campground

3 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Dry Pole Canyon Campground

4 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Indian Hill Campground

7 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Jumping Creek Campground

15 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Lion Creek Lower Campground

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Many Pines Campground

24 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Russian Flat Campground

2 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Timber Creek Dispersed Campground

4 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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Cave Mountain Campground

18 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Elko Campground

3 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Green Gulch Dispersed Campground

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Home Gulch Campground

15 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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Mill Falls Campground

4 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Summit Campground

17 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Sun Canyon L&C Campground

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West Fork Teton Campground

6 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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Crystal Lake Campground

28 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Moose Creek Campground

9 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Spring Creek Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

South Fork Campground

7 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Wood Lake Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Crystal Lake Cabin

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Jellison Place Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Judith Station Day Use Area

6 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Whitetail Camp Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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Aspen Campground

1 site In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Logging Creek Campground

28 sites In Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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Primrose Meadows

23 sites · Tents28 acres · Missoula, MT

We can’t wait to share our land with you! Get away from it all and get under the Big Sky. Close to the freeway for easy access but adjacent to over 200 acres of beautiful farmland, you’ll experience Montana’s wildlife and have beautiful Mountain views when you stay at Primrose Meadows. There are few trees in the property, it’s mostly rolling hills with some trails to walk and plenty of space between sites! This property has a railroad track that runs next to the property that sometimes toots it’s horn, if you’re a light sleeper this is something you should consider!We are close to Council Grove and Frenchtown Pond which are both great swimming holes! You can also coordinate with us for cross-country skiing or head to Snowbowl for local downhill skiing! We are close to Missoula should you need any services in town.

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God's Country Camping

1 site · RV, Tent12 acres · Lolo, MT

This property is so beautiful and peaceful no lights out here at night, just moonlight when it's out. Spring fed pond, Ponderosa pine trees, fallen white birch, rustic and gorgeous. Some of my camp spots are on rough terrain. I always suggest you get out and walk around to see what you can manage with your vehicle. The idea of my place is more wilderness camping, there is wildlife that comes around. RV camp spots on the east and west end of the pond. Camp spot out by the wooden round pen on the west side. Learn more about this land: Completely private, borders 2000 acres of a bird sanctuary. Two blocks from Bitterroot river canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swim, trails, hiking, scenery, wildlife. Spring fed pond on property for fishing, swimming and adventures. My pond is spring fed, which means that is goes up and down with the seasons and run off from the snow in the mountains. So as the summer goes on the pond levels go way down, please be aware of that.

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Creekside getaway

6 sites · RVs, Tents81 acres · Victor, MT

Stunning creekside campsites, glamping on a working ranch with views of the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains, and stunning star gazing. Historic homeland of the Salish (Flathead) tribe. Eighty acres featuring an old apple orchard, boulders, two creeks, and open areas for hiking, birding, stargazing, and wildlife watching. Bathroom provided next to RV site. Potable water at nearby well head and table provided. Numerous hiking and farm experiences are nearby. Some of the property could have cows grazing, depending on the time of the year. We also have wildlife come through including deer, elk and eagles. This mostly applies to the RV spot we have. Pets are welcome, so bering them along! You are also allowed to have campfires so snuggle up with your favorites by the warm glow at night!

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Missoula Rest And Relaxation

2 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Missoula, MT

Hello, we have three acres with ClarkFork River frontage. Easy access to everything in Missoula. Very close to bike trails. Just a block west of Reserve Street. 10 minute drive to university. We are excited to share our wonderful property and excellent location with you. We welcome tents, RVs and campers.

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Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping

14 sites · Lodging25 acres · Alberton, MT

A sanctuary away from everyday life, where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Yurt has electricity, a wood stove for heat in winter, a beautiful outdoor kitchen and bathhouse, and a creek. Only 45 minutes from Missoula Montana. Games and books in the yurt. Cedar outhouse. Lots of extra to make for a truly remarkable glamping experience.

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Wildlight Yurt

1 site · Lodging24 acres · Alberton, MT

Our land is 24 acres set against Cinderella Mountain, facing the Clark Fork River. There are two houses and a yurt on the property. The yurt is available for rent on this site to stay the night in, 8 guests maximum. **For gatherings and up to 20-person events, please visit our website, wildlightmontana.com. Address: The maps program on HipCamp is outdated and our address, which was created during the Covid lockdown, does not show up here. If you use Google Maps you can search "Wildlight Montana" to find us or please direct message me for the address. The yurt is a beautiful open space utilized weekly for local yoga classes and private events. The space is therefore not set up with bedding; guests should bring their own camping pads, cots, sleeping bags, etc. A pro to staying here is that the space comes stocked with yoga props for stretching in the evening while you arrive, sitting and gathering, or maybe doing a private yoga class before you leave in the morning. Feel free to message us and book a private sound therapy, Reiki or yoga session while you are at the property! There is nice view of the valley surrounding, and a trail leading up into the woods behind the yurt to walk on. Wild turkeys, deer, elk and eagles right outside your door. There is a woodstove inside for cooler nights that we can instruct folks who feel comfortable to use, and a small firepit out front. Facilities: Outside, in front of the yurt, there is a back-to-back outhouse and hand washing station available for guests, stocked with toilet paper, paper towels and hand soap. An insulated out-building sits just to the west of the yurt entrance, right where the dirt driveway turns toward the yurt itself when you drive up. The out-building is equipped as a kitchenette, and includes a refrigerator, electric kettle and coffee maker. Please note: there is no running water inside this building, however we will have a 5 gallon jug of well water set up in a water dispenser for you to access there. We ask guests to clean up after themselves in these spaces. The handwashing area is set up for rinsing off dishes while you're here as well. We will make sure to provide a dish tub, cleaning supplies, enough dishes, utensils and mugs for up to 8 people (or compostable picnicware if necessary at the time of rental). Note about the train: There are train tracks that run along the river in front of our property. The tracks are dropped down low enough that you can just see the top of the train, with trees also blocking the sound. The train will only sound its horn here if there are animals on the tracks, a fairly rare occurrence after four years living here. All in all, it isn't bothersome feature to most who stay, and we've had positive feedback from renters. It still feels fair to note.

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Highway Retreat

5 sites · Tents10 acres · Bonner, MT

Learn more about this land: Come stay a night on the edge of our little homestead. We are right across from Steele Toe Distillery. We have plenty of room for you to hike, but if you decide it’s not enough, there is hundreds of acres of BLM land behind us for you to enjoy. A half a mile from us is amazing swimming, boat access and awesome fishing! The one and only downfall is some highway noise. We offer space for your tens, camper trailers and more.

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The Sanctuary

63 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · Superior, MT

YIPPIE-KI-YAY WINTER IS OVER AND WE ARE OPEN WITH FULL SERVICES!! IT'S IN THE 70°S, 80°S, 90'S DURING THE DAY! Welcome Patriots of America and Canada! At the sanctuary you will find like-minded people that love our countries and love the outdoors! Remember you are in Montana, "while in Rome be a Roman", thus when in Montana be a Montanan! We love our land and we love our wild animals please respect both! We are a multipurpose off-grid campground. We have designated camping spots like all other commercial campgrounds, but we also have cabin rentals, we have multiple sized group campgrounds, we have bike camp for bicycles and motorcycles, we have off the grid wolf camps, and we have winter hunting camping. We offer restrooms and showers, we have an RV dump, we have steel safety fire pits, we have hiking trails with incredible views, we have ATV roads, and we have four wheel drive roads, we have volleyball and badminton courts. We also have the best views in all of Mineral County. Don't be fooled by other farmers and ranchers on hip camp that tell you to go over next to a swamp or a pond, or at riverbed and let your fend for yourself with no amenities and charge you more than we charge you. If you want to be pure off grid, we have our Wolf Camp Mountain, but at least you can come back to the main compound and get a shower and relax at the lodge. We are just 3 miles off of Interstate 90, exit 47, in the small town of Superior, Montana. We have 5 restaurants, 4 bars with 3 casinos. Darlows is a wonderful grocery store including full service deli, beer, wine, and liquor and five churches of different denominations. The Sanctuary is up the canyon mountain via Pardee Creek Road. We are backed up into 50K of USFS acreage! The Clark Fork River on edge of property provides boating, rafting, and fishing fun! Our property plus USFS property provides miles of hiking, ATV, horseback, motorcross roads and trails. There are three cabins to rent, 25 RV dry spaces, 4 Group areas, and can accommodate over 200 tents! Heat in the winter is wood stove. We have restrooms, showers, cooking facilities, and a lodge with satellite internet connection.

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Bitterroot Panorama

1 site · RV20 acres · Stevensville, MT

**Have friends or family that want to tag along? I have added an extra to allow for extra campers at the same site. See the extras section for details.** Resting in the foothills of the sapphire mountains, just outside the town of Stevensville Montana, this beautiful 20 acre property is conveniently located halfway between Hamilton and Missoula; it is also a good midway point between Yellowstone and Glacier national parks. The outdoor activities are endless. Biking, hiking, fishing, swimming, hunting, trail riding, snow skiing and more are all within reach. Deer, turkey, osprey, killdeer, nighthawks, and eagles frequent the property as well as the occasional elk herd; and the Lee Metcalf wildlife refuge is about 15 minutes away. The property sits about 400’ above the valley floor; giving spectacular panoramic views of the bitterroot valley and mountains, as well as incredible sunsets. The paved road ends about 1 mile before the property, the remaining mile is a gravel road. There is also a one lane bridge right before you get to the property. Firewood is available for use at no charge. Sewer hookup has not been run to the site yet but if you have a portable tank, or want to pull the camper over to the house, it can be dumped as needed beside the garage; just ask and I can show you where the pipe is. There is a nema 14-50 hookup providing 50 amp power at the site; if needed I do have a 50 to 30 amp adapter you can borrow during your stay. Water hookup is also available at the site, but may be limited in freezing weather. If temperatures are to cold we can turn on the water to fill your tank as needed and then blow the line back out. If you need to borrow a potable water hose let me know as i keep those in the garage unless needed. There is a non-potable water hose that is available at the site, with a spray nozzle, incase you need to rinse or wash off gear, vehicles, etc. SpaceX Starlink high speed internet is available via WiFi. You can also charge your electric vehicle, if needed, with the power at the campsite or I have another nema 14-50 plug available at the garage of the main house. Be sure to let me know if you will need the plug at the garage so I can make sure it is accessible. If you have other questions feel free to contact me and I will do my best to answer them. ****The first 10 photos were posted by me and are taken from the actual hipcamp spot. Photos posted by guests may be from the spot or surrounding areas****

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Edge Of Missoula, Rattlesnake Creek

1 site · RV1 acre · Missoula, MT

Welcome to our no-frills, convenient stopover spot on the edge of Missoula! Situated just a mile from town, our property offers a quiet and scenic retreat for travelers passing through or exploring the area. While parked on our driveway pad, you'll enjoy peace and tranquility, with the soothing sounds of Rattlesnake Creek nearby. Although the creek isn't visible from your parking spot, you're welcome to take a short walk around the house to fully experience its beauty. For those looking to stretch their legs and explore, the Rattlesnake Valley offers excellent walking opportunities just moments away. Take in the picturesque surroundings and unwind in nature's embrace. Our property spans half an acre, providing ample space for you to relax and recharge during your journey. Whether you're passing through Missoula or planning to stay awhile, our convenient location and serene setting make it the perfect place to rest and rejuvenate. Thank you for considering our property for your stay. We look forward to welcoming you and ensuring your visit is comfortable and enjoyable!

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Jocko Camp

3 sites · Lodging1 acre · Arlee, MT

This property has an 2022 Heartland Northtrail that has a king size bed, 2 bunks, a couch that turns into a bed and a dining table that also can turn into a bed. There is only 110 power, This means the fridge, water heater, water pump and some outlets work. So this means there is one toilet, small shower plus outside spray nozzle, cold fridge, running portable water and a place to charge your phones. I also have a bell tent than can be used that can sleep 4. Bring your own bedding and pillows for both locations. I have a frost freeze that you can drink from and a place to have a fire as long as we are not in fire season. Also a BBQ. Flat head lake is an hour north and seeley lake is about 30 miles down a dirt road. Garden of a thousand Buddhas is about 10 minutes away. It’s a beautiful spot that you can enjoy.

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Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

5 sites · RVs, Tents212 acres · Saint Ignatius, MT

We are an operating Farm/Ranch and Horse Facility. We offer not only camping but a real ranch feel and experience and incredible hospitality. We have not only a view of the mission mountains but the BEST view with both waterfalls in view. Our property sits off the road next to our peaceful hay field with wildlife, horses, donkeys, mules, milk cows and chickens galore! We cannot wait to meet you!

The best camping near Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest guide

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It is only right that the land named after some of America’s raddest explorers would be totally epic! Covering a whopping seven mountain ranges, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest is your front door to adventure in Montana. If winter is your happy place, then come make turns at Silver Crest Ski Area, or snowshoe trails through peaceful forests. In the summer, day trippers can roam among prairielands and flowering cacti on the Sulphur Springs Trail, while offroaders and bikers and zip down the OHV trails. Stay in an epic lookout tower on top of the Castle Mountains, or enjoy a remote campsite all to yourself. However you choose to spend your time at Lewis and Clark, you’ll find yourself thanking these two OG adventurers for discovering such an incredible place!