Established Camping
Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek, near Hungry Horse, Montana, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without the crowds. This campground offers a mix of tent, RV, and glamping options, making it suitable for various camping styles.
The well-kept facilities include clean pit toilets and drinking water, which visitors have praised. Campers appreciate the active campground host who ensures everything runs smoothly, even delivering firewood right to your site. As one happy camper noted, “The campground bathrooms were clean and tidy,” which is always a plus when you’re out in the wild.
Surrounded by stunning mountain views and close to Quake Lake, Beaver Creek is perfect for those who enjoy hiking and wildlife spotting. Reviewers have mentioned the serene atmosphere, making it an ideal escape from the busyness of Yellowstone, which is just a short drive away. Whether you’re fishing, hiking, or just soaking in the beauty of the pine-covered mountains, this campground has a lot to offer.
Description
National Forest
This is a free campground located 63 miles south of the town of Hungry Horse on the gravel East Side Reservoir Road #38. The campground is located at an elevation of 4,200 feet and is open from May 15 through November 30. Beaver Creek Campground is situated next to Spotted Bear River just off the Spotted Bear River Road #568. The 4 unit campground is set back from the road and the campsites are less than 100 feet to the river. The site is located in an old growth stand of trees. It is a moderate use site that usually has open campsites during the middle of the week. It often is used as a base for fishing in the summer and for the late season hunt in late October and November. For stock users, it is also used as trailhead parking when the Silvertip Trailhead at the end of Spotted Bear River Road 568 is closed from 5/15 through 6/30, and 9/1 through 11/30. Campsites can accommodate tents and trailers up to 32 feet in length. All campsites have tables and metal fire rings. There is an accessible vault toilet. There is no potable water, but water is available from the river and must be treated prior to consumption. Stock is allowed in the campground. There is a stock unloading ramp, hitchrails, and feed bunks that stock may be tied to. Weed Seed Free Feed is required on all national forest lands. There is no garbage service and visitors need to plan to Pack It In, and Pack It Out. There is a food storage order in effect on all national forest land that requires that human and stock food, garbage, and other attractants be kept unavailable to bears. Your stay may not exceed 14 days. This is a remote location and there is no cell phone service in the area. The closest public phone is located 10 miles west at the Spotted Bear Ranger Station. Phone, gas, and food are located 63 miles north in the town of Hungry Horse. Beaver Creek campsite
Location
Beaver Creek is located in Montana
Directions
Beaver Creek Campground is accessed from Highway 2. From the town of Hungry Horse, drive east on Highway 2 for ½ mile to the East Side Reservoir Road #38. Turn right (south) onto Road #38 and drive on through the town of Martin City. After two miles the pavement ends and the gravel East Side Reservoir Road continues on 54 miles to Spotted Bear River Road #568. Turn left (east) onto Road #568 and drive 9 miles to Beaver Creek Campground, which is located on the right (south) side of the road.
Coordinates
47.92400063 N
113.37300028 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 5 hrs 48 min from Missoula
- 6 hrs 35 min from Great Falls
- 6 hrs 54 min from Helena
- 7 hrs 19 min from Coeur d'Alene