Lewis & Clark National Forest manages Crystal Lake Group Campsite, a drive-in site near Crystal Lake in the Little Belt Mountains outside White Sulphur Springs. The layout runs open, with limited natural screening between spots, though campers who position themselves along the outer edges of the site tend to find more separation. Reviewers note the campsite often sees light use, including on weekends. A nearby trail leads to ice caves, though it runs steep and requires effort. The site includes drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, and trash service, with campfires and pets permitted. At $40 per night, it requires a reservation and operates June 15 through Labor Day. Those planning a trip can browse places to camp near Lewis & Clark National Forest to compare nearby options, including Crystal Lake Campground directly adjacent to the north.
Description
Overview
The Crystal Lake Group Campground is located in the beautiful Big Snowies south of Lewistown, Montana, at 5,700 feet. Home to the Crystal Lake recreation area, visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in the Snowies.
Recreation
The lake provides opportunities for swimming, fishing and canoeing. The various trails that stem from the Crystal Lake complex provide excellent views and interesting photo opportunities. One trail displays old hieroglyphs in a cave allowing visitors a glimpse of the past.
Facilities
Water is available via a spring faucet and is just down from the camping site. An outhouse is provided next to the parking area for the group site. There is room for parking behind the gate in a parking area or to have two (up to 35 ) campers parked there as well. Asphalt walkways and tent pads are present but room in the adjacent meadow can be used for bigger tents. Two large picnic tables are on site and a metal fire ring.
Natural Features
Settled in the basin of Crystal Lake, the group site offers great access to trails and ta short drive or walk to the lake. Some trees are around the campsite but may not offer much shade.
Nearby Attractions
Ice Caves Trail, Cascade Trails and the lake are all located in the complex.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCrystal Lake Group Campsite is located in Montana near Moore
Directions
From Lewistown, drive west on Montana Highway 200/US 87 for about 8 miles. Turn left (south) on Crystal Lake Road. Continue south, following the well-signed directions to the lake for 20 miles. At the \"T\" junction, turn left and continue on to Crystal Lake. The last 6 miles is paved and mostly a single lane. On December 1, the paved section is gated, and access beyond the gate is by snowmobile, skis, snowshoes or hiking only.
Address
204 W Folsom ST.
White sulphur springs, MT 59645
Coordinates
46.7965333 N
109.5108583 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 22 min from Great Falls, MT
- 2 hrs 48 min from Billings, MT
- 3 hrs 3 min from Bozeman, MT
- 3 hrs 30 min from Helena, MT
