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Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR

Chinamens Gulch at Canyon Ferry Reservoir is located near Helena, Montana, offering a landscape of open spaces and water views. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Canyon Ferry Lake for boating and fishing, and the Gates of the Mountains Wilderness for hiking and exploring.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

Canyon Ferry Lake

Overview

Review campsite details -- RV's larger than 20 feet long maybe be to large for many of the campsites.____ This Campground is located at the very northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Montana Highway 284 and offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. The Canyon Ferry area has a rich mining history. In the 1850___s the gold rush hit the Canyon Ferry area attracting miners from all over the United States in the hopes of striking it rich.____

Recreation

Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of year-round recreational opportunities. Water related activities include everything from swimming and fishing to sailing and motor-boating. Canoeists and kayakers explore the many quiet backwater bays. Jet skiers, windsurfers and water skiers skim the summer waves, while winter draws ice fishermen, ice boaters and ice skaters.

Facilities

Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of year-round recreational opportunities. Water related activities include everything from swimming and fishing to sailing and motor-boating. Canoeists and kayakers explore the many quiet backwater bays. Jet skiers, windsurfers and water skiers skim the summer waves, while winter draws ice fishermen, ice boaters and ice skaters.

Natural Features

This Campground sits at the north end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir between the Big Belt and Elkhorn___s mountain ranges.

Nearby Attractions

Canyon Ferry Reservoir is located halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park along with the capital city of Helena, Montana. For up to date events visit, www.helenamt.com.

contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 475-3920.

Fee Info

We only charge fees during "Peak Seasons" the 1st weekend of May through the second weekend of September.

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Location

Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR is located in Montana

Detail location of campground

Directions

Heading north along MT highway 12/287, drive north to Spokane Creek Rd and turn right Yellow flashing light. Follow Spokane Creek Rd for 4.6 mi and turn right onto Co Rd 430/Canyon Ferry Rd and continue on to Chinamen's Campground. The campground will be on the right.__

Address

7700 CANYON FERRY RD
Helena, MT 59602

Coordinates

46.6547505 N
111.705266 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Jul. 14, 2020

REALLY ENJOY THIS SPOT BUT THE SITES ARE VERY SMALL

NO PRIVACY IF THE SITE IS FULL. THERE IS A FRIENDLY DEER THAT CAME OVER TO ENJOY THE SALT AND VINEGAR CHIPS MY HUSBAND WAS EATING HAHA. A NICE AREA TO PITCH A TENT IF U DONT WANT TO LEAVE THE LAKE FOR A COUPLE DAYS. NOT A PLACE TO ENJOY THE QUIET AND SOLITUDE

  • Review photo of Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR by Ang C., July 14, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2018

Large campground but most sites are small

Chinamen's Campground has 30+ sites however most of the sites are small and many tent campers may have a hard time finding a spot to pitch a tent in many of the sites. Good sites fill up fast. Campground has a boat launch area. An ADA spot and Vault toilet is available.

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  • Review photo of Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR by Dexter I., August 27, 2018
  • Review photo of Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR by Dexter I., August 27, 2018
  • Review photo of Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR by Dexter I., August 27, 2018
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Reviewed Jul. 8, 2018

Party spot

If you like a party spot to camp, it’s a fun option. Often crowded.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR?

    Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR allows vehicles up to 47 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR?

    There are 38 campsites at Chinamens Gulch - Canyon Ferry Reservoir USBR and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts