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Dailey Lake, near Emigrant, Montana, is a scenic spot that offers a laid-back camping experience surrounded by stunning views. With spacious sites and fire pits, it’s perfect for those who want to kick back and enjoy the great outdoors.

This campground is known for its clean facilities, including surprisingly well-kept vault toilets. Visitors have mentioned the lack of trees, which means you’ll get plenty of open sky and beautiful sunsets, but be prepared for some wind. As one camper noted, “It is windy. It keeps the bugs away,” which is a nice bonus when you’re trying to relax by the lake.

If you’re looking to explore, Dailey Lake is conveniently located close to the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park, making it a great base for day trips into the park. The area is also ideal for fishing and enjoying nature, with plenty of room to spread out and find your own little slice of paradise. Just remember to bring your own firewood, as there’s none available on-site.

Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, Dailey Lake offers a peaceful retreat where you can soak in the beauty of Montana’s landscape.

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Dailey Lake is located in Montana

Directions

From Jct I-90 & US-89, S 21 mi on US-89 to Murphy Lane, E 1 mi to SR-540, S 10.6 mi to Dailey Lake Rd., E 3.3

Coordinates

45.26586966 N
110.80969836 W

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Yellowstone Hot Springs Resort

14 min away

Sportsman’s Retreat

21 min away

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54 min from Bozeman
2 hrs 14 min from Billings
2 hrs 18 min from Helena
4 hrs 9 min from Idaho Falls

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Sites accessible by watercraft.

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ADA Access
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Pull-Through Sites
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Line G.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 13, 2024

Amazing setting

Such a beautiful setting! It is windy. It keeps the bugs away. Bring firewood as there is none. Clean and spacious camp sites but no shelter or trees. We were two campers. We came with our truck and tab trailer..road is a bit rough but doable if you go slowly.

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Jeffery T.

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 23, 2023

Close to north entrance to Yellowstone

Nice spots around the lake. A bit windy. The fee was 18, which means $20 unless you have change. I came in from the north and google maps had me leave for the park through the south, which didnt exist. So had to back track and head out the way I came in.

Month of VisitOctober

Magdalena

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2023

Perfect scenery

This is a secret paradise place! If you don’t need any luxury but the luxury of beautiful quiet nature, this is your place!

Month of VisitJuly

Steve W.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2021

Great views and quiet

Nice place with lots of room. Windy!

SiteNorth end of lake

Month of VisitJune

Stephanie S.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

Beautiful lake, very windy evening.

We had a hard time finding this place via Google maps and had to switch it into topographic view to find our way there, as Google maps did not take us the correct way. Nice sites but it was very windy when we arrived and had to use the car to block the wind to even get the tent set up, which took 2 of us. Having good and long stakes was helpful for this. $12/night if you have a MT fishing license and $18 if you don't. Great big sky MT sunset here. Would stay here again if passing through. Clean campground. Lots of spots available on a Sunday evening when we stayed there.

Noah L.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 18, 2019

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Noah L.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 18, 2019

Dailey Lake Campground

Unique area of Paradise Valley that doesn’t have any trees near the lake or campsites. Wide open but very pretty 360 degree views. Able to camp real close to the lake and campsites are spaced out enough so you don’t feel like you’re on top of your neighbor. Fire pit and picnic table at each site. Bathrooms were surprisingly clean and didn’t smell horrible for being vault toilets. Would go here again, however it does get pretty windy regularly and as I said before there is no cover to stay out of the wind.

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Do I need reservations for Dailey Lake Campground?

Dailey Lake Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system in place. The campground fee is $18-20 per night, and it's recommended to have exact change. Since sites cannot be reserved in advance, arriving early is advisable, especially during peak summer months when the campground may fill quickly. The campground's remote location and lack of developed facilities suggests it doesn't participate in typical reservation platforms.

What amenities are available at Dailey Lake Campground?

Dailey Lake Campground offers basic amenities with each campsite featuring a fire pit and picnic table. The campground is primitive with no trees for shelter, running water, or hookups. There's no firewood available on-site, so campers need to bring their own. The sites are spacious and well-spaced for privacy, positioned close to the lake with excellent views. No luxury facilities are available, making this ideal for campers seeking a more rustic, natural experience.

Where is Dailey Lake Campground located in Montana?

Dailey Lake Campground is located in Paradise Valley, Montana. The campground can be challenging to find using standard navigation apps, with some GPS directions being inaccurate. Access is via a somewhat rough road that requires slow, careful driving but is manageable for most vehicles including those pulling small trailers. The campground is accessible from the north, though some maps incorrectly show a southern exit route that doesn't exist. For accurate directions, using topographic view in map applications is recommended.

What recreational activities can visitors enjoy at Dailey Lake?

Dailey Lake offers excellent recreational opportunities in a peaceful natural setting. The lake is perfect for fishing, boating, and water activities. Campsites positioned close to the water provide easy lake access. The area features stunning 360-degree views, making it ideal for photography and nature appreciation. While consistently windy conditions might affect some activities, they help keep insects away. The open landscape without trees creates a unique camping experience compared to more forested Montana campgrounds. Hiking and wildlife viewing are also popular at this quiet paradise.

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