Fishing and hiking draw most visitors to Blodgett Campground, a small Forest Service site set along a creek in the Bitterroot National Forest, roughly six miles from the main road. The access road is a notable consideration: reviewers mention the drive in, and anyone towing a larger rig should factor in that distance on a forest road before committing. The site sits beside the creek, and anglers report good wild trout fishing, including fly-fishing opportunities that have kept some visitors returning for years.
The campground has six sites total, five of which accommodate RVs or tents, plus a sixth tent-only spot. Sites fill fast. Because there is no reservation system, arriving early is the most reliable strategy, particularly on summer weekends. Amenities include a vault toilet, pump water, picnic tables, and fire rings. Trash service is provided, and the sites reviewers consistently describe as clean and well-maintained.
Cell coverage is limited but not absent. Verizon users report getting a workable signal. The Blodgett Canyon trail departs directly from the campground and is well-regarded enough to appear in published hiking guides, with granite canyon walls rising on both sides of the route. Matt P. describes the host as "a great, funny host," and multiple reviewers mention the camp host's helpfulness and knowledge of the area. Note that pets are not allowed. Campers looking at campsites near Hamilton will find this one of the more activity-oriented options in the corridor, though the 14-day stay limit means planning ahead for longer trips.
Description
Blodgett Campground consists of 5 campsites, 1 walk-in site, plus 1 host site, complete with picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet. There are two accessible campsites. __The campground rests under the towering cliff faces of Blodgett Canyon which are very popular to rock climbers. Blodgett Canyon Picnic Area is across Blodgett Creek. __Campground can accommodate RV's or trailers to 45 feet.
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Map & DirectionsBlodgett Campground is located in Montana near Hamilton
Directions
From Hamilton, MT go west on Main Street for 1 mile, turn north (right) onto Ricketts Road and travel 0.5 miles. Turn west (left) onto Blodgett Camp Rd/FS 736, and follow approximately 4 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
46.269922 N
114.244263 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/3/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/3/26- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/3/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/3/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/3/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 7 min from Missoula, MT
- 2 hrs 48 min from Helena, MT
- 3 hrs 31 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 4 hrs 42 min from Lewiston, ID
