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Johnsrud Park FAS

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Johnsrud Park FAS, near the Blackfoot River in Montana, is a scenic campground that offers a peaceful escape for those looking to enjoy nature. With its picturesque setting right next to the river, it’s a popular choice for car camping and provides a great base for outdoor activities.

Visitors rave about the beautiful swimming hole and the cliffs nearby, perfect for a refreshing dip or a thrilling jump. The area is well-shaded with plenty of trees, making it a comfortable spot to unwind after a day of floating or boating on the river. As one camper noted, “This campground is quiet and beautiful,” highlighting the serene atmosphere that many appreciate.

While the campground doesn’t have drinking water or fire pits, it allows pets, making it a friendly option for those traveling with furry companions. The park can get busy during peak times, especially with boaters and tubers frequenting the area, but the natural beauty and recreational opportunities keep campers coming back. Whether you're looking to relax by the water or embark on an adventure, Johnsrud Park FAS has a lot to offer.

Description

State Park

Johnsrud is a state fishing access site located in west central Montana on the Blackfoot River. There is a campground providing both tent and trailer campsites, restrooms, and drinking water. Fishing and boating may be enjoyed on the river. There is a boat launch for carry-in launching only. Non-motorized watercraft only for the Blackfoot River and its tributaries. Day use shelter, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, and baseball diamond at this site.

Directions: Johnsrud Park Fishing Access Site is located 11 miles east of Bonner on Montana Highway 200, then 1 mile northeast on the Blackfoot River Road.

Johnsrud Park Montana Department of Fish Wildlife and Parks, Missoula, MT 59804

Activities
Tent Camping
Picnicking
Boating
River Fishing
RV Camping
Rafting

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Johnsrud Park FAS is located in Montana

Coordinates

46.91700017 N
113.67800028 W

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17 min from Missoula
1 hr 39 min from Helena
2 hrs 10 min from Great Falls
2 hrs 51 min from Bozeman

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Reviewed Sep. 25, 2022

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Month of VisitSeptember

Stephanie J.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 12, 2018

loved the quite

We dispersed camp just down from this campground. We will stay here again.

Mia T.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 16, 2018

beautiful campground right on the Blackfoot river

This campground is quiet and beautiful. it’s great for car camping and sits right next the the beautiful Blackfoot river. there are some cliffs you can jump off of and a nice swimming hole. It is also a good put-in for floaters and boaters.

Amanda L.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2016

Great Swimming!

...but it can be very busy. The sites are nice and fairly well dispersed with lots of trees and foliage near the water. The park is a common pull out spot for boaters and tubers who run the Blackfoot. There is a lot of summer time traffic of shuttle vehicles on the paved road before the site and the dirt road afterwards. The swimming hole is deep and well defined which is good for swimmers but there is a lot of boat traffic. The cliffs across from the site are great for jumping but check with a local about the correct spot for the highest point. To get the cliffs you have to cross the main channel of the river. If you can't swim across, don't jump because it'll be hard to get into the swimming hole as you come back up. The sites are fairly well shaded and an awesome place to put up you feet (and paddles) after a float.