Russell Gates Memorial

This is a great place for a few days. There are no hookups, but there is a water hand pump. You can walk right into the river from your campsite.

Russell Gates is located on Hwy 200 and the Blackfoot River just on the Missoula side of the Missoula/Powell County line. The campground follows the south shore of the River in one of it’s most picturesque spots. Unfortunately, it is also very close to MT Hwy 200. This means it’s almost always full, and noisy. Considering the options near by, it’s really not the best choice in the area.

Everything is about the beautiful river here. A cozy, unique campground with tons of water access, vivid greenery and hills and a peaceful night life. Easy for a solo trip or romantic interlude.

Golden leaves on popping trees, glints and shimmers of silver and gold bouncing off of the Blackfoot River. Camping a la riverfront. Tent pitched. Fire stoked. Flies tied on the pole. This charming campsite East of the small and charming town of Ovando, Montana, is more than a boat launch, it's a camping way of life.