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Black Canyon Campground — Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

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Black Canyon Campground is located near Fort Smith, Montana, within the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area. The terrain features rugged landscapes with canyons and water bodies. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Bighorn Lake and the Yellowtail Dam, offering opportunities for boating and fishing.

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Location

Black Canyon Campground — Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area is located in Montana

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Directions

Black Canyon Campground directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/bica/planyourvisit/black-canyon.htm.

Address

P.O. Box 7458
Fort smith, MT 59035

Coordinates

45.250918 N
107.962604 W

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There is no road access to any of the campgrounds located inside the canyon. The only road access campsites are downstream of dam in the afterbay

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Black Canyon Campground located in Montana?

Black Canyon Campground is located within the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area in Montana. The campground is situated inside the canyon itself. It's important to note that this campground cannot be accessed by road. The canyon setting offers a unique camping experience within the dramatic landscape of the Bighorn Canyon region.

Are there photos available of Black Canyon Campground?

Photos of Black Canyon Campground can be found on the official Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area website and various camping platforms including The Dyrt. These images typically showcase the canyon setting and natural surroundings of the campground. Since this is a backcountry camping area without road access, photos help potential visitors understand the unique setting and prepare accordingly for their visit.

How far is Black Canyon Campground from Yellowtail Dam?

Black Canyon Campground is located inside the canyon, upstream from Yellowtail Dam. There is no direct road access to this campground from the dam. The only road-accessible campsites in the area are located downstream of the dam in the afterbay area. To reach Black Canyon Campground, visitors need to use water transportation as it's not reachable by vehicle. For road-accessible camping near Yellowtail Dam, consider the afterbay campsites instead.