Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch

This free Bureau of Land Management campground provides two grassy sites with picnic tables and fire rings along the Missouri River. Accessible via gravel road suitable for two-wheel drive vehicles, the campground sits half a mile below Toston Dam with a small boat launch for river access. A single vault toilet serves both sites, though no water or trash service is available.

Campers should expect some noise from passing trains around 1am and dam employee vehicles on weekday mornings around 7am. The location offers no cell phone service and can get windy, though trees and brush provide some protection. For additional camping options in the region, consider campsites near Radersburg. The spacious sites accommodate multiple tents for groups seeking river access without fees.

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Location

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Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch is located in Montana

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Coordinates

46.12196541 N
111.39821055 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites

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. 15, 2025

Cute waterside spot

Cute spot next to the river, free. Couple trains go by around 1am. Gets a little windy but there are some trees/brush that help. Gravel road, Easily accessible with 2wd. Couple trucks (dam employees) go by around 7am on weekdays. Pit toilet and fire rings

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch by DuBois , July 15, 2025
  • Review photo of Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch by DuBois , July 15, 2025
Reviewed Apr. 29, 2019

Small 2 site campground at Toston Dam Recreation Area

Lower Toston Damp Campground and Boat launch is one of two campground in the BLM Toston Dam Recreation Area. Lower Toston Damp Campground is located a half mile below Toston Dam. The Campground features two camp sites with picnic tables and metal fire rings. The two sites sit on a nice level grassy area with plenty of room for a lot of tents. The site has a single vault toilet and small boat launch. The site has no water or trash service. If you really want a quiet location and be disconnected from your device then this is the spot to camp, you have zero cell phone connection at this location.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch by Dexter I., April 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch by Dexter I., April 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch by Dexter I., April 29, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch?

Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch is located at 3940 feet.

Are fires allowed at Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Lower Toston Dam Campground and Boat Launch?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.