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Indian Meadows Trailhead

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from November 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025.

Indian Meadows Trailhead is located in Helena National Forest, MT, featuring forested terrain with trails suitable for hiking. Temperatures can range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Continental Divide Trail and the scenic views of the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Helena National Forest

The Indian Meadows Trailhead provides access into the Scapegoat Wilderness. The site is not usually accessible by passenger vehicles until late May.

General Notes: Provides access to the Scapegoat Wilderness. Food Storage order in effect. Limited stock campsites available.

Parking: Ample parking provided for large stock trailers.

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Location

Indian Meadows Trailhead is located in Montana

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

47.09039447389074 N
112.61229965347786 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Jul. 17, 2022

Suprise camping area at trailhead

Indian Meadows Trailhead is the trailhead for two trails in to the Helena National Forest  Scapegoat Wilderness Area, plus it features a camping area with picnic tables and metal fire rings along with a vault toilet.  The camping loop has five developed sites with tables and fire rings.  The area serves as the trail head for two trails,  Mainline Trail #481 and Landers Fork Trail #438.  Each trail head has a small parking area, but a very large parking are is between the two to allow for additional parking and for horse trailer parking.  No water or trash service is available at the site, but can be obtained at the Copper Creek campground a few miles away.  Cost is FREE!

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  • Review photo of Indian Meadows Trailhead by Dexter I., July 17, 2022
  • Review photo of Indian Meadows Trailhead by Dexter I., July 17, 2022
  • Review photo of Indian Meadows Trailhead by Dexter I., July 17, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Indian Meadows Trailhead?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Indian Meadows Trailhead, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Indian Meadows Trailhead have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Indian Meadows Trailhead does not have wifi.