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Jumping Creek Campground

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Jumping Creek Campground, near the Lewis and Clark National Forest in Montana, offers a unique camping experience with a blend of privacy and natural beauty. This spot is perfect for those who enjoy a peaceful retreat, as many visitors have found themselves with the campground all to themselves, right next to a lovely creek.

The campground features clean pit toilets and a well with a pump for drinking water, making it a practical choice for campers. While some sites may lack shade due to recent tree removal, the open space allows for a clear view of the surroundings, which some campers appreciated for its privacy. As one happy camper noted, “We had a very peaceful stay with beautiful scenery.”

For those looking to explore, the nearby Lewis and Clark National Forest offers a wealth of outdoor activities, from hiking to wildlife watching. Just keep in mind that this area is bear country, so proper food storage is essential. With a beautiful stream running through the campground and a variety of wildflowers, it’s a picturesque spot to unwind after a day of adventure.

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Location

Jumping Creek Campground is located in Montana

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Directions

From Neihart, go about 17 miles south on US 89.

Coordinates

46.76388889 N
110.7847222 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

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Reviewed Sep. 18, 2021

Needs Some Shade

Due to a tree fungus the Forest Service has clear cut this campground a few years ago. Now it’s low shrubs, wild flowers and blueberries. The sites are on the outside of a loop like many FS campgrounds. Water is a well with pump. The toilets are clean pit toilets. We were there mid week and only three of twelve sites were taken. It does have a nice stream running along one side with shade. Nothing here to get very excited about.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Tree V., September 18, 2021
Reviewed Aug. 7, 2021

Beautiful

We stayed here on our way to GNP and I have to say, we absolutely loved it. At first I didn’t like how there were no trees, but honestly, it was private anyways because nobody else was there. The bathrooms were clean, which is super important to us. We enjoyed ourselves.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by jordan T., August 7, 2021
Reviewed Jul. 13, 2021

Wide open camping

Jumping Creek campground has seen better days.  This 15 site campground is with out trees so you are in clear view of everyone else at the campground.  Trees have been removed.  The campground has two vault toilets and water available.  This is a trash in Trash out campground.  Cost is $15 a night.  Campground was full on my arrival.  Nice stream is near the campground.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Dexter I., July 13, 2021
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Dexter I., July 13, 2021
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Dexter I., July 13, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 8, 2021

Pretty but overgrown

Beautiful little campground with a creek running through. About 10 sites. The campground is large enough for small trailers. Some sites are not terribly level and they were all quite overgrown with flowers and weeds. One vault toilet. Definitely bear country and be very cautious about ticks. Make sure to store food properly. No cell phone service with Verizon.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Angela G., June 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Angela G., June 8, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 18, 2019

Convenient little gem

Right off the road but feels pretty tucked away. Shared the camp with 3 small RVs but everyone had plenty of space. The are has been cleared of timber and there was plenty of wood laying around. Sites are nice with solid tables and fire pits. Two vault toilets as well. Beautiful creek flows through the campsite. Would recommend. $10 self pay no reservations.

  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Chris S., June 18, 2019
  • Review photo of Jumping Creek Campground by Chris S., June 18, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

What activities can I do at or near Jumping Creek Campground?

The beautiful creek flowing through the campground offers peaceful scenery and ambient sounds for relaxation. The surrounding area is great for wildlife viewing, though be aware this is bear country and requires appropriate precautions. Visitors can enjoy foraging for wild blueberries when in season. The open landscape, now featuring low shrubs and wildflowers after tree removal, provides opportunities for nature photography and wildflower identification. The campground's location makes it a convenient stopover for those heading to Glacier National Park. Always practice tick safety when exploring the surrounding vegetation.

How do I make reservations for Jumping Creek Campground?

Jumping Creek Campground appears to operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservation system. The camping fee is $15 per night. For the most current reservation information and policies, contact the managing Forest Service office before your trip. Weekdays typically offer better availability than weekends, as the campground can sometimes be completely empty during mid-week periods.

What amenities are available at Jumping Creek Campground?

Jumping Creek Campground offers basic amenities including solid picnic tables, fire pits, and two vault toilets. There's also a water source available from a well with a pump. The campground has approximately 15 sites suitable for tents and small trailers, though some sites aren't perfectly level. This is a trash in, trash out facility, so be prepared to pack out all your garbage. The campground layout features sites arranged in a loop pattern, providing decent spacing between campers even though the area lacks mature trees due to past forest management.