What is the max vehicle length at Park Lake Campground?

Park Lake Campground allows vehicles up to 25 feet.

Are fires allowed at Park Lake Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Park Lake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

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Park Lake Campground

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Park Lake Campground, near Clancy, Montana, is a fantastic spot for those looking to unwind by a beautiful mountain lake. With 22 campsites featuring picnic tables and metal fire rings, it’s perfect for gathering around the campfire and enjoying the great outdoors.

This campground is all about family fun, with plenty of space for kids to explore and climb on the large boulders scattered around. Visitors rave about the peaceful atmosphere, with no motorized boats allowed on the lake, making it ideal for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. One camper summed it up nicely: “Our favorite nearby campground that's far enough away to get everyone to unplug.”

You’ll find essential amenities like vault toilets and hand pumps for drinking water, ensuring a comfortable stay. The paved paths make it easy for little ones to ride their bikes around, and the scenic trails along the creek offer a great way to soak in the natural beauty.

Just a short drive from Helena National Forest, Park Lake Campground is a great base for outdoor adventures. Whether you’re casting a line for Arctic Greyling or simply soaking in the views, this campground has everything you need for a memorable getaway.

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Park Lake Campground is located approximately 20 miles southwest of Helena, Montana. The site provides an opportunity to camp near the placid, lovely Park Lake. You could enjoy fishing for cutthroat and greyling trout in this beautiful mountain lake, hand launch non-motorized boats or picnic along the lakeshore.

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Park Lake Campground is located in Montana

Directions

From Helena travel south on Interstate 15 for 8 miles, Exit interstate at the Clancy exit. Travel west 8 miles on the County Road and 6 miles west on Forest Road 4009 to the Park lake Campground.

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46.44277758 N
112.16861136 W

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Juan Carlos G.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 2, 2021

Magestic

Beautiful, peaceful and magical.

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Month of VisitJuly

Dexter I.

Legend

Reviewed Jun. 27, 2019

Camp and fish at a beautiful mountain lake

Helena National Forest's Park Lake Campground sits next to the beautiful Park Lake. A day use areas sits along the east side of the lake. The campground sits above the lake and features 22 campsites with metal fire rings and picnic tables. The campground is paved with paved parking pads. The campground has two vault toilets(a third one sits at the entrance to the campground in the day use area). Water is available from two hand pumps in the campground. This is a very nice campground with the sites nicely spread out from each other. The kids will love all the large boulders to climb on. Unlike a lot of other forest service campground that are off the beaten path, you will still get cell service at Park Lake since you sit on a high spot in the area. The lake provides fishing for Arctic Greyling, and Cutthroat trout. The lake is open to non-motorized watercraft. Follow the speed limit on the way up to the campground as the road can be very bumpy.

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Becky K.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 9, 2018

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great for day or overnight use

Heather .

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 7, 2018

We love this place

Our favorite nearby campground that's for enough away to get everyone to unplug. Peaceful mountain lake with no motors allowed on the water. Fish, kayak, paddle board, and swim. The entire campground is paved! Perfect for the kiddos on their bicycles.

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Carla S.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2016

Park Lake

Awesome family campground!! Can't say this enough!! Most popular campground in the Capital Area!! Lots of modern sites for campers with hook ups, running water pumps and outhouse restrooms, trails to the lake for fishing and kayaking, bike riding and four wheeler riding, metal cooking pits, trail along the creek run off to the frog pond!! Super fun camp ground!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Park Lake Campground?
Park Lake Campground allows vehicles up to 25 feet.
Are fires allowed at Park Lake Campground?
Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Park Lake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.