Bitterroot National Forest's Lake Como Campground sits below the dam at Lake Como, a reservoir formed by a dammed river in the hills above Darby. The campground has 10 sites, all with paved parking, and most can accommodate two vehicles plus towable RVs up to 45 feet. Electric and water hookups are available, and holders of the America the Beautiful pass pay half price, bringing the nightly rate down to around $12.50. First-come, first-served is the standard here, and a 7-day maximum stay applies.
The sites are spread out enough to feel reasonably private, and a small creek runs nearby with informal trails along its banks, well-suited to families with young children. Marc M. notes that host Tom and his wife "keep the place clean and tidy," though at least one longer-term reviewer found the maintenance inconsistent across their stay, with sites occasionally needing debris cleared before setup. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. No cell service is available at the campground.
Water access is the main draw. Lake Como has a beach, a boat launch, and an approximately 8-to-9-mile loop trail that circles the reservoir with open views of the surrounding mountains. Anglers, paddlers, and swimmers all use the lake regularly. The campground's position below the dam provides some shelter from wind. Several other camping areas share the Lake Como corridor, including Rock Creek Horsecamp for equestrian visitors and the Three Sisters Group Site for larger parties.
The campground runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Dallas D. describes "a couple trails to explore around the lake and a beach too," which reflects what most visitors end up doing with their time here. Weekends and midsummer fill quickly given the limited site count, so arriving by early afternoon improves the odds of securing a spot. Mid-September visits have drawn less competition for sites, according to at least one reviewer. Campers who want pet-friendly campsites around Bitterroot National Forest will find this campground fits that need, as pets are permitted throughout.
Description
The campground, a.k.a. Lower Como, is a single loop through a stand of mixed pine and fir trees and one of three campgrounds in the Lake Como Recreation Area. __It is located below Lake Como. The understory is grass with good privacy between campsites. Lake Como Lower Campground is paved and features a host site and ten 125' pull through recreational vehicle (RV) sites (with electrical and water hookups) water, and garbage services. Three sites are handicap accessible, and there are 4 handicap accessible vault toilets located throughout the campground. This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques. Lake Como is 913 acres. __The beach is large and sandy. The boat ramp is located at the south side of dam.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLake Como Campground is located in Montana near Darby
Directions
From Darby,MT travel north for 4 miles on Highway 93. Turn west (left) onto Lake Como Rd. Follow for 3 miles. Turn north (right) and follow signs to campground.
Coordinates
46.068186 N
114.235762 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/4/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/4/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/8/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 17 min from Missoula, MT
- 2 hrs 59 min from Helena, MT
- 3 hrs 26 min from Bozeman, MT
- 4 hrs 53 min from Lewiston, ID
