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Little Joe Campground - Lolo National Forest

Little Joe Campground, near Lolo National Forest, is a rustic spot that offers a unique camping experience for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. With sites right along the river, it’s a great place to set up camp and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding you.

This campground features basic amenities like fire rings and picnic tables, perfect for gathering around the fire after a day of exploring. Visitors have noted that the area is relatively quiet, with minimal road traffic, making it a nice retreat for a night or two. One camper mentioned, “We really enjoyed our stay!” highlighting the peaceful vibe.

While the campground doesn’t provide drinking water or trash services, it does have a vaulted toilet for convenience. Some campers have appreciated the cleanliness of the facilities, noting that they were well-maintained during their visit.

For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, the nearby Lolo National Forest offers plenty of opportunities for hiking and exploring the great outdoors. Just a short drive from the highway, Little Joe Campground is a hidden gem for those looking to unwind in nature.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Lolo National Forest

A small campground along Little Joe Creek several miles south of St. Regis, Montana. It is currently a group of undeveloped, dispersed campsites. It is being__planned for further__campground development, which will include more amenities and associated campsite fees. If you want to camp at Little Joe, please call the Superior Ranger District at__406-822-4233 to find out the current status of the site.

Reservation Info

Closes with snowfall.

No reservations are taken. The campground is first come, first served.

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Location

Little Joe Campground - Lolo National Forest is located in Montana

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Directions

From St. Regis, Montana:__Head west on Mullan Gulch Road for approximately 1.5 miles, passing the Conoco Gas Station and the St. Regis Park.__ Just pass the St. Regis Park and the helibase turn left onto Little Joe Road.__ Cross the Interstate and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground.__ The campground will be on your left just before the South Fork Little Joe Road #221.

Coordinates

47.271237 N
115.137062 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

FREE established camping

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


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4 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 18, 2024

Decent

Not far from town but well hidden. Nice creek but REDNECK TRASHED. Tons of trash, shotgun shells, etc. I couldn’t pack all of it out. Pretty spot just trash.

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Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Sep. 18, 2023

Nice spot for the night!

We saw two nice campsites along this dirt road that was only a couple miles from the highway. They must have cleaned it up recently because there wasn’t trash and the bathrooms were nice and clean and had TP. Just a pit toilet. Also fire rings with grates, and nice sturdy picnic tables. Minimal road traffic. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay!

Month of VisitSeptember
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Reviewed Aug. 3, 2023

Perfect place for guns, beer, garbage and all night parties

We were greatly disappointed to find this campground full of trash, dog poo, and beer cans. Rowdy parties and gunshots all through the night really made it the wild west experience we could have skipped. It is a lovely spot so when it gets developed and maintained I would give it another try.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 23, 2023

Lots of trees

Sites Right along the river. A few sites are in a cul de sac style and would be great for group camping. The other two are fairly secluded. No water. No garbage. There is a Vaulted toilet. Each site has fire ring and a picnic table.

Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Little Joe Campground - Lolo National Forest?

    Little Joe Campground - Lolo National Forest is located at 2841 feet.

  • Does Little Joe Campground - Lolo National Forest have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Little Joe Campground - Lolo National Forest does not have wifi.