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Copper Creek Campground

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Fishing enthusiasts can access Copper Creek directly from this eight-site Forest Service campground, located 10 miles off the main road in Deerlodge National Forest. The remote location eliminates street noise, though campers should watch for cattle on the access road. A camp host maintains the facilities and provides firewood upon request.

The campground fills quickly during peak season and tends to stay occupied for extended periods. Two bear boxes serve all eight sites, and a well-maintained water pump delivers spring water. Vault toilets stay clean under the host's care. For those seeking additional options in the region, places to camp around Philipsburg lie about 22 miles northeast. The setting works well for campers prioritizing solitude over amenities.

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Copper Creek Campground is located in Montana

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Directions

From Philipsburg travel South on Highway 1 for about 6.5 miles. Take Highway 38 West for 9 miles. Turn on Middle Fork Road (Forest Road 5106) and continue approximately 10 miles to the campground.

Coordinates

46.06613054 N
113.541793 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets

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Multiple campers commented on the exceptional peace and quiet of this remote 8-site campground, with visitors often highlighting clean facilities and a helpful host. Several reviews noted it stays busy and fills up quickly.

Will M.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2021

Peaceful, beautiful

Copper Creek campground is situated close to copper Creek just prior to its juncture with the middle fork of Rock Creek. It has eight sites and although most of the forest is burned it is a beautiful campground. The camp host is friendly and he keeps the campground clean. It is very quiet, peaceful and relaxing. You are within a few miles of two trails that will take you into the Anaconda Pintlar wilderness area and another trail that is the Easthouse recreation trail. If you drive up for a service road 1511 for about a mile and a half you even have a cell phone signal. Road 1511 is just south of the campground and heads off to the southeast.

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Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jul. 31, 2021

Peaceful with a friendly host

This has to be one of the most peaceful campgrounds I’ve even been to. It’s 10 miles off the main road so there is no street noise to speak of. But watch out for the cows as you drive in, they aren’t too fond of sharing the road. Only 8 sites with a host at one of them, you don’t have many neighbors. I was not able to camp here as it was totally full and according to the host, was going to stay that way for the week. He said it stays quiet except when a family with kids show up. He also said the fishing was pretty good in Copper Creek. The vault toilet was clean (his least favorite job), he will split a log or two if you ask real nice like, and there are two bear boxes for the 8 sites to share (he said most don’t bother to use them). The water pump delivers good clean spring water from the well. Every site has a picnic table and a fire ring. If you want solitude and quiet, this is the place to camp!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What camping options are available near Philipsburg, MT?

Copper Creek Campground offers a small, intimate camping experience near Philipsburg with just eight sites available. The campground has a host on-site who maintains the facilities and keeps the area clean. While much of the surrounding forest shows evidence of past burns, the natural setting remains beautiful. For those seeking alternatives in the region, other campgrounds can be found along Rock Creek, offering various amenities and camping styles. The area provides opportunities for both tent and RV camping, with Copper Creek being particularly suited to those seeking a quiet, peaceful retreat.

Where is Copper Creek Campground located in Montana?

Copper Creek Campground is located approximately 10 miles off the main road in Montana, situated near Copper Creek just before it meets the middle fork of Rock Creek. This secluded National Forest Service campground is in a quiet area removed from highway noise. The remote location provides a peaceful camping experience, though visitors should be prepared for the occasional cow crossing the access road on the way in.

Are there photos available of Copper Creek Campground facilities?

Photos of Copper Creek Campground facilities are available on the official U.S. Forest Service website and various camping platforms, including The Dyrt. These images typically showcase the campground's eight sites, surrounding landscape, and proximity to Copper Creek. Visual documentation helps potential visitors understand the natural setting, which features a previously burned forest area that has transitioned into a beautiful camping location. To view the most current photos, check the Forest Service website or The Dyrt's campground listing page.

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