Best Equestrian Camping near Alberton, MT

Horse-friendly camping options near Alberton, Montana are limited with no dedicated equestrian facilities identified in the local campgrounds. Lolo National Forest Recreation Area offers dispersed camping along the river with sites spacious enough for horse trailers, though no specific horse corrals or amenities are available. Campers have noted the privacy between sites provides adequate room for setting up portable corrals or highlines for horses. The dispersed nature of these campsites allows for customized setups where horses can be kept near camp while maintaining appropriate distance from other campers.

The Clark Fork River area provides access to surrounding forest service roads and trails suitable for day rides from camp. Sloway Campground, located near St. Regis, offers established campsites along the river with pull-through sites that can accommodate larger horse trailers, though riders should be aware of train noise that might startle horses. Most campgrounds in the region maintain a 6-day stay limit and operate seasonally, with many closing between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Riders planning extended trips should contact the Lolo National Forest office for information on trail conditions, seasonal restrictions, and areas where stock use is permitted within the national forest system.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Alberton, Montana (10)

    1. Out Post Campground

    2 Reviews
    Frenchtown, MT
    17 miles

    "And it’s a huge bonus to be outside and enjoying greasy air.

    The grounds were very close to the highway and easy to access."

    2. Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area

    11 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 329-3750

    "Arrived very late in the dark on Friday night coming back from Canada, and found an amazing site next to the river which drowned out all surrounding noise."

    "On the map, it looks like you can enter/exit either way from 135… but the east side of the road to get back onto 135 is impossible… so we just had to turn around and exit the same way we came in (from"

    3. Charles Waters Campground

    19 Reviews
    Florence, MT
    34 miles
    Website

    "There is tons of trails for hiking, horse back and driving as well as tons of stream access only down fall is not really for fishing."

    "Fishing wouldn't be great at that location, as the creek is fairly shallow. The parking spot for the camper was super level asphalt, and plenty Ling enough for our 33.5' fifth wheel."

    4. Sloway Campground

    13 Reviews
    Superior, MT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 822-4233

    $15 / night

    "It’s right next to the river with a small boat launch."

    "You can hear some highway traffic and the train does com right up next to the river. Not too busy but we were there on a weekday."

    6. Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground

    8 Reviews
    Clinton, MT
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 825-3183

    $40 - $100 / night

    "Beautiful location, classic Montana with trees mountains and rivers! Great restaurant on site. Campsites are the reason for not giving 5 stars. Very tight and not great space for maneuverability."

    "There is a basketball court, sand volleyball court, horse shoes and a playground. There’s also a beautiful creek running along the campground with beautiful Mountain views."

    7. Lake Elsina - Dispersed

    1 Review
    Seeley Lake, MT
    40 miles
    Website

    "If you can stand the hordes of mosquitos and constant trail of hikers coming through the area hiking to Lake Dinah."

    9. Kelly Creek Campground

    1 Review
    Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, ID
    43 miles

    $14 / night

    "Located along the clearwater river at the mouth of Kelly creek great scenery in this rugged river canyon"

    10. Fourth of July Trailhead

    1 Review
    Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, ID
    49 miles
    Website
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  • Christopher R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 16, 2018

    Fourth of July Trailhead

    Great camp for using horses on the trails

    This camp is great for those who are into trail riding the horses and has a great trailhead for an awesome adventure

  • Terrance R.
    May. 17, 2023

    Charles Waters Campground

    Great nature

    This is definitely 1 of the top 5 in the area even as a usfs camp ground and price. Sites are well spaced, plenty of privacy and greenery, tons of nature, sound of a run off river coming down through the camp, there is a camp host on site as well as paved road and restrooms as well as water fountains. There is tons of trails for hiking, horse back and driving as well as tons of stream access only down fall is not really for fishing.

  • T
    Jun. 20, 2022

    Charles Waters Campground

    Beautiful campground!

    This is a National Forest campground about 25 miles from Missoula. The bathrooms are vaulted toilets and they were spacious and VERY clean. Our site was HUGE and so beautiful. Bass Creek was maybe 50 yards from the camper and is so clear! Fishing wouldn't be great at that location, as the creek is fairly shallow. The parking spot for the camper was super level asphalt, and plenty Ling enough for our 33.5' fifth wheel. Due to lower branches on the drive through the campground, we wouldn't recommend higher profile rigs. Ours sits at 13', and we felt that anything much taller than that might have clearance issues. There's a group spot for 12-20 people, as well as a spot for bicycle camping. There are some amazing trails for hiking, biking, and also horses. We really enjoyed this area!

  • Jen F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 15, 2025

    Charles Waters Campground

    Clean,quiet,beautiful

    Traveling south in Montana and found this lovely little place. Trees, meadows and solitude. Just the way I like it

  • Mary Ellen H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2021

    Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground

    Convenient, gorgeous, snug and delicious!

    Easy access from I-90. Beautiful location, classic Montana with trees mountains and rivers! Great restaurant on site. Campsites are the reason for not giving 5 stars. Very tight and not great space for maneuverability. Was not full so we were fine with a big rig. Had it been full would be a little uncomfortable.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2021

    Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground

    Great Stay

    We stayed here for a night as we headed west. It offered everything we needed with a beautiful campground to boot. The laundry facilities were great. The showers were clean and hot. There was an adorable restaurant in the campground. Every single staff member we came across was so friendly. There is a basketball court, sand volleyball court, horse shoes and a playground. There’s also a beautiful creek running along the campground with beautiful Mountain views. WiFi sand cell service worked great. I would absolutely stay again!

  • Megan K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2020

    Out Post Campground

    Great pit stop to Yellowstone

    We tried to get a AirBnb in this area but it was crazy expensive.

    We made an overnight reservation for this spot and it was great to get our precaming game going.

    They were kinda expensive but it totally beat paying the local costs for lodging. And it’s a huge bonus to be outside and enjoying greasy air.

    The grounds were very close to the highway and easy to access.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2021

    Charles Waters Campground

    Quiet camping in the Bitterroots.

    Nice little campground in the Bitterroot Valley. It seemed that there were as many dogs as people in the campground. Sites varied in size and shape and shade. I like the sites on the far side of the loop as they are closer to the creek and away from the dusty road. Water at the spigots was good, but I was a bit concerned that they were placed so close to the vault toilets. There are some pull through sites as well as back in, but since it’s first come, it’s luck of the draw in what you get. I got there around 2 on a Sunday and had 3 sites to pick from. All of the sites were full by 4pm. There are some nice hiking and horseback riding trails across the road, and there is a forest road that goes all the way to the top of the mountains with picnic tables to watch the sunset or sunrise (when the smoke doesn’t cloud the view).

  • L
    Jul. 24, 2023

    Charles Waters Campground

    Very Relaxing

    We decided to stop in the Bitterroot Valley and the Charles Waters CG for our needs. Clean, treed space with the creek running behind. Extremely peaceful and just what we needed after a super long, hot day. Quiet campground. We did need to change sites as Site 4 had a very large and active red/black ant nest next to the fire ring and picnic table.

    We got in around 6pm on a Sunday night. There were multiple sites still open.


Guide to Alberton

Horse camping in Montana offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventure, perfect for equestrians looking to explore the great outdoors with their horses.

Tips for equestrian camping near Alberton, Montana

  • The Out Post Campground is big rig friendly and allows pets, making it a convenient stop for horse campers.
  • At Sloway Campground, you can enjoy easy access to the Clark Fork River, ideal for cooling off after a day of riding.
  • Charles Waters Campground features ample space and beautiful natural surroundings, perfect for setting up camp with your horse.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

  • Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground provides electric hookups and a market, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable stay.
  • The Fish Lake Trailhead offers a backcountry airstrip and great fishing access, making it a fantastic spot for horse enthusiasts.
  • Kelly Creek Campground is located along the Clearwater River, providing scenic views and excellent fishing opportunities right at your doorstep.

Equestrian campgrounds include diverse activities

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Alberton, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Alberton, MT is Out Post Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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