Best Tent Camping near Arlee, MT

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Best Tent Sites Near Arlee, Montana (28)

    Camper-submitted photo at Kreis Pond Campground near Huson, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Kreis Pond Campground near Huson, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Kreis Pond Campground near Huson, MT

    1. Kreis Pond Campground

    6 Reviews
    2 Photos
    118 Saves
    Huson, Montana

    Close to the Ninemile Ranger Station and Grand Menard Picnic Area, this campground has several sites and offers mountain biking opportunities.

    Each campsite has a fire ring and picnic table.

    This campground in a lodgepole and ponderosa pine forest is located near the Ninemile Ranger Station and Grand Menard Picnic Area adding to the fun things to do when camping here. And if that isn't enough, there are mountain biking trails too!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at The Holmestead - Dry Cabin near Frenchtown, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at The Holmestead - Dry Cabin near Frenchtown, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at The Holmestead - Dry Cabin near Frenchtown, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at The Holmestead - Dry Cabin near Frenchtown, MT

    2. The Holmestead - Dry Cabin

    1 Review
    3 Photos
    24 Saves
    Frenchtown, Montana

    Quiet getaway in the pines!

    Welcome to the Holmestead.. a Rustic dry cabin on 5 acres nestled between Mill Creek and a seasonal run off stream with easy access to the highway and only a 10 min drive to Missoula. Our property offers the peace and quiet of the outdoors while also allowing guests to make the easy 3 mile drive to the local grocery store. Attractions: walking distance to forestry service roads. 15 minutes to the Missoula airport and an additional 10 minutes to the heart of Missoula and all it has to offer. If you are looking for more adventure there is always an endless amount of recreation near, whether you want to drive 5 minutes to mountain bike or 3 hours to Glacier National Park, there is something for everyone! If you have questions about fun things to do please reach out to us! Family and pet friendly property with plenty of space to pitch a tent next to the cabin if you have more guests in your party (tents will be an additional fee, $10 per person in addition to the 4 person cabin max). Excellent cell service if you have Verizon or carriers that pull from those towers. Parking: reserved parking for guests in the main driveway, you will make a short walk to the cabin from your parking space. Water: Portable toilet onsite, no shower available. The property does have potable running water for easy refill of water containers if needed.

    We look forward to sharing our piece of Montana with you!

    Read reviews here: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/montana/the-holmestead/the-holmestead#group_size=4&adults=4

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins

    $145 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at St Ignatius Campground & Hostel near St. Ignatius, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at St Ignatius Campground & Hostel near St. Ignatius, MT

    3. St Ignatius Campground & Hostel

    1 Review
    1 Photo
    12 Saves
    St. Ignatius, Montana
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo at Turquoise Lake Backcountry Site near St. Ignatius, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Turquoise Lake Backcountry Site near St. Ignatius, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Turquoise Lake Backcountry Site near St. Ignatius, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Turquoise Lake Backcountry Site near St. Ignatius, MT

    4. Turquoise Lake Backcountry Site

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    2 Saves
    St. Ignatius, Montana

    Camping can be limited due to the rugged terrain. If camping, please use Leave No Trace ethics, as this is an extremely fragile environment and a pristine area.

    Backpacking is the perfect way to visit some very beautiful and unique areas in remote locations such as in designated wilderness. Please remember to bring adequate gear and supplies, and remember to check the weather before you strike out on the trail. Trail condition reports area start, but remember to call the ranger district for the area in which you will be traveling before you go for any specific information and current conditions.

    This trail is typically clear and snow-free by early to mid-July

    Follow Trail 690 as though heading to Glacier Lake through the mature forest along Glacier Creek. In about one mile the trail will approach the junction of Trail 690 and Trail 742, stay right on Trail 690 and start heading up the numerous, but well-graded switchbacks. While on the switchbacks don’t forget to look down onto Glacier Lake and into the basin in select locations. Trail 690 takes off to the hikers’ right towards Crescent Lake, while trail 708 will continue contouring the hillside, crossing rocky slopes and offering fantastic views of the area ahead. After climbing a couple more switchbacks, the forest becomes sparse and opens up into an alpine environment. Keep a close eye out for mountain goats on this trail. The trail then narrows and descends along rocky ledges down to Lagoon Lake. Due to rocky conditions, stock use in not recommended past Lagoon Lake From Lagoon Lake, an unmaintained trail skirts around, over, and down rock ledges to the roaring outlet of Turquoise Lake.

    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Drinking Water
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Paxson near Seeley Lake, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Paxson near Seeley Lake, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Paxson near Seeley Lake, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Paxson near Seeley Lake, MT

    5. Camp Paxson

    2 Reviews
    3 Photos
    9 Saves
    Seeley Lake, Montana
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Corricks River Bend near Seeley Lake, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Corricks River Bend near Seeley Lake, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Corricks River Bend near Seeley Lake, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Corricks River Bend near Seeley Lake, MT

    6. Corricks River Bend

    3 Reviews
    3 Photos
    49 Saves
    Seeley Lake, Montana
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo at Lindbergh Lake Boat Ramp near Condon, MT

    7. Lindbergh Lake Boat Ramp

    1 Review
    1 Save
    Condon, Montana

    There is a boat ramp located within the Lindbergh Lake Campground. Day parking and restrooms are available. There is no trash service—please pack out what you brought in.

    • Tents
    Camper-submitted photo at Holland Lake Boating Site near Condon, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Holland Lake Boating Site near Condon, MT

    8. Holland Lake Boating Site

    3 Reviews
    1 Photo
    1 Save
    Condon, Montana

    This area has a large parking area and a primitive boat ramp located near the Holland Lake Campground. Please be advised this ramp is very shallow and will not accomodate large boats. This site is also near the group camping site, picnic and swimming area, and Holland Lake Nature Trail. Restrooms are available.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Meredith T.'s photo of tent camping at Mere’s Magic Trout Pond near Ronan, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Mere’s Magic Trout Pond near Ronan, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Mere’s Magic Trout Pond near Ronan, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Mere’s Magic Trout Pond near Ronan, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Mere’s Magic Trout Pond near Ronan, MT
    Camper-submitted photo at Mere’s Magic Trout Pond near Ronan, MT

    9. Mere’s Magic Trout Pond

    1 Review
    17 Photos
    6 Saves
    Ronan, Montana

    Camp on an old trout pond with trees and Mountain Views. It’s best to arrive before sunset and not after dark. We have a lot of water running through the property and campsites are dispersed around the pond. Camp at your reserved numbered post.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $33 - $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Mission Meadows RV Campground near Ronan, MT
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Recent Tent Reviews near Arlee, Montana

504 Reviews of 28 Arlee Campgrounds


  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Missoula KOA Holiday
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Missoula KOA Holiday

    Only game in town

    The Missoula KOA appears to be the only game in town.  I guess that is why they can charge a premium price and leave you with two choices, take it or leave it.  Only problem is we could not find another place so we "took it".

    This is a big and busy campground.  Lots of good things about it.  For example, for a premium price, you can get a site with your own private dog run.  Two older but OKay hot tubs and a heated swimming pool.  Bicycle and other stuff rental.  Everything from tent sites, cabins, small full hook-up sites to large spacious premium sites.  Despite some of the bad reviews, the staff was very friendly to us and, because of no parking for our Tesla, they were able to move us to a better site.  WARNING:  You are not allowed to plug in any electric car.  We were warned that if we plugged in our Tesla, we would be fined and asked to leave the park immediately.  The Tesla supercharger was less than two miles away so no problem for us.  Wifi was great.  34 mbs.  AT&T was 2 bars 5G.

    The BAD:  Very busy.  Many days in summer they are 100 per cent booked.  Make reservations early and be specific what you need.  Be ready to pay a premium price, even for tent camping.  Camp is old but well kept.  Bathrooms are clean but very old style and shower stalls are very small and not handicapped friendly.  Surrounded by lots of older double-wide's.  Some well kept and some not so well kept.  Not friendly to electric cars (see warning above).  Several times during our stay they paused their golf cart in front of our Tesla,  I assume making sure we did not plug in.

  • Angela G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Polson-Flathead Lake KOA
    May. 15, 2021

    Polson-Flathead Lake KOA

    Beautiful campground

    Beautiful spot with great views of Flathead Lake. The RV sites were nice and spacious and level with their own patio and chairs. They also offer cabins and tent sites. Some tent sites have water and electric. I was car camping and I had a strange campsite by the cabins for a tent but I couldn't park at the site. There was a small lot close by so that was fine but it also seemed pretty far from the bathrooms. The bathroom was very clean and I loved the private showers. The laundry area was spacious and clean. They also had several brochures on local activities. The wifi didn't seem to reach the tent sites though.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bay Campground
    Aug. 8, 2022

    Blue Bay Campground

    Family friendly

    At least 20 lake front dry tent sites, second row back from the lake is tent sites or small rigs with power. There are swimming docks, a boat launch, sunning lawn and a newly added concession stand. The water shallow for a long distance of beautiful colorful rocks (like Lake McDonald) and perfect for swimming of all ages. Camp crowd was quiet and well behaved perhaps because no alcohol is allowed? Great stop on the way to Glacier National Park. Why not 5 stars? Bathrooms and campsites were dirty, potable water is hard to get.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Charles Waters Campground
    Jun. 1, 2020

    Charles Waters Campground

    Great Spot!

    Great for tent camping, there are several spots with trails leading to Bass Creek. Recreational area, picnic tables, fire pits, bathrooms, and about 10 minutes from Florence MT.

  • Missy S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lolo Hot Springs RV Park & Campground
    Sep. 27, 2019

    Lolo Hot Springs RV Park & Campground

    Tent camping at RV Park

    We planned on tent camping at Lola Creek campground but we were a weekend too early. It wasn’t open yet! Down the road there was an RV Park and they were very nice and allowed us to set up our tents near the river. It was stunning!

  • Lindsay B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Arm State Unit — Flathead Lake State Park
    Jun. 10, 2015

    Big Arm State Unit — Flathead Lake State Park

    Flathead Lake at it's Best

    Camp right along Flathead Lake in a campground with modern amenities (running water, showers). The campground is quite large for my taste (I prefer tent camping in solitude), but it is clean and well-maintained with a killer view.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitefish-Kalispell North KOA
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Whitefish-Kalispell North KOA

    Conveniently located in Whitefish MT.

    Wonderful little campground located just south of Whitefish Montana on highway 93. This KOA has a lot to offer from cabins to RV parking and several tent camping locations. Just a few minutes drive north and you will enter the small ski town of Whitefish Montana. Plenty of places to eat, shop or buy your groceries. During the summer months be sure to visit Whitefish Lake. 20 minute drive east and you will arrive in West Glacier Park. This RV park is located in a wooded area and is very family friendly with a local pizzeria on site.

  • Vanessa M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Missoula KOA Holiday
    Jun. 17, 2017

    Missoula KOA Holiday

    Nice spot

    The tent site was spacious and had outdoor lighting. Definitely had a lot more amenities than we are generally used to! Didn't get there in time to use the hot tub, but the people were really nice!

  • Bjorn S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Polson-Flathead Lake KOA
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Polson-Flathead Lake KOA

    Best of the Rockies

    Funny, welcoming host, the best mountain and lake views you will find and a clear layout. The tent sites are just out in the open with no tree cover, but maybe they feel generous even offering them.

  • Amber T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Harpers Lake
    Jul. 17, 2023

    Harpers Lake

    Large campsites

    Only $12 a night if resident fishing license and $18 if not. Two lakes to swim or fish. And we had a decent size creek right by our campsite too. The majority of tent sites are literally huge. We had an amazing time staying here.

  • Debbie C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Harpers Lake
    Jun. 8, 2018

    Harpers Lake

    Great Campground for A Quick Trip

    Harper's Lake north of Missoula on Hwy 83 and Hwy 200 right along the Clearwater River.the campground sports two small lakes Blanchard Lake and Harper's Lake which are within walking distance to the campground. The sites are mostly for tent camping, but there are sites large enough for trailers. There is no water, electricity or sewer hook-ups.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Missoula KOA Holiday
    Jul. 18, 2021

    Missoula KOA Holiday

    My Kind of Campground

    It is inner city. Not for everyone, but I liked everything about it— except it is slightly noisy due to planes, trains, and autos. Next to a janky trailer park, but I am not a remote camper. My tent site next to the showers and bathroom was perfect.

  • Kayla D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Pine Campground
    Sep. 13, 2020

    Big Pine Campground

    Great spot, limited sites

    Nice sites, long gravel road to get to. Next to the river. Has bathrooms but down the road a bit. Saw a few people with RV's. We just tent camped at the end of the road where it dead ended for the night and it was nice flat land. Highly recommend. Just very limited availability. I think about 6 sites total.

  • Bradley H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lolo Hot Springs Campground
    Sep. 8, 2020

    Lolo Hot Springs Campground

    Lo Lo Hot Springs is Hot!

    Very nice campground across Hwy. 12 in Montana. Campground is ill defined so it feels more like camping out in the woods. Fire pits with picnic tables. 30 amp electric with water. Dump station on site. $38.50 per night or $25.50 with senior discount. Cabins are available and there is numerous tent sites. Pretty nice campground. Across the highway is Lo Lo Hot Springs. Very rustic with a $8.00 entry fee. Inside group tub and outside pool. There is a lodge and bar also on site. We spent 5 days in our 5th wheel at LoLo.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Finley Point Unit — Flathead Lake State Park
    Aug. 7, 2018

    Finley Point Unit — Flathead Lake State Park

    Fantastic tent site

    This was an amazing tent site. A little windy at night, but I loved falling asleep to the sound of the wind and waves breaking as we were right next to the water. The sunset was beautiful and the campground stayed quiet until after 8 so we were able to sleep in. Bathroom is a vault toilet with too many bugs, but oh well, it's camping.

  • Juliana H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Finley Point Unit — Flathead Lake State Park
    Jul. 12, 2018

    Finley Point Unit — Flathead Lake State Park

    Unique and gorgeous

    Finley point is a unit of Flathead Lake State Park, and has both tent camping as well as RV camping. There are RV spots practically right on the water, as well as tent spots. There’s also boat-in camping available, but you much sleep on your boat as there is no place for a tent next to the boat slips. The rangers do evening programs on the weekends, which are awesome. It’s a fabualous place to swim, paddle board, and spend time with family! Pets are allowed on leashes. There is not electric hookups or showers.

  • Lori R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Arm State Unit — Flathead Lake State Park
    Sep. 29, 2020

    Big Arm State Unit — Flathead Lake State Park

    Perfect park

    I have nothing negative to say about this beautiful park. We tent camped 3 nights, had our pick of sites in late September, right on the water. The camp hosts here were so friendly and welcoming. They made us feel right at home. Gorgeous view of Wild Horse Island. There are bear lockers, but not at each site. Just kind of scattered here and there. Fire pit, picnic table. We pretty much just hung out at the park, it was so peaceful and relaxing. Crystal clear water. Highly recommended, but I’m guessing it gets pretty crowded in summer.

  • Angela G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Missoula KOA Holiday
    May. 20, 2021

    Missoula KOA Holiday

    Busy location

    Enjoyed my stay but it is in a very busy location. You either access the campground through a busy downtown area or a narrow residential area. The campground itself is very large but crowded. The RV sites have some space between them but not a lot. The tent sites are nicely surrounded by trees. The laundry area is spacious and well stocked. I really appreciated that the bathrooms had individual stalls and showers. I enjoyed my stay but this could be an extremely busy and crowded campground during peak season. The Camp store was well stocked and reasonably priced.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Missoula KOA Holiday
    Jul. 20, 2022

    Missoula KOA Holiday

    Expensive

    We were stuck a night in Missoula waiting for a new tire, so booked this place in town. We have a nice self converted camper van and were told we couldn’t stay due to their “no sleeping in vehicles rule” our options were to go buy a tent or cancel our reservation without refund. After some back and forth, the manager finally agreed to let us stay home night in the van. We had a tent site for an unheard of $80. The site was decent, as far as KOAs go but I wouldn’t stay here if you have other options. They had a foot truck and a decent hot tub but be prepared for tons of screaming kids too

  • Heidi  C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Salmon Lake State Park Campground
    Aug. 30, 2020

    Salmon Lake State Park Campground

    Family friendly campground

    Well managed, clean, and pretty campground with views through the trees of Salmon Lake. Best access to the lake is from the day use and boat ramp area south of the campground. We enjoyed exploring all the trails leading down to and along the lake. The park manager was very friendly and helpful. We lucked out and got a site with water and electricity. The only down side was we could hear the highway during the day, but it quieted at night. The sites closer to the lake probably didn’t have that issue. The walk-in tent sites are really nice above the lake.

  • Bjorn S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Nugget RV Resort
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Nugget RV Resort

    People who love their jobs? Count me in.

    Come by to experience some of the best service ever.  They welcomed me into the gift shop, gave me a tour, had me talk to the owner… and what DON'T they have?  Volleyball, a pool, restaurant/bar with stage, foosball and ping pong, huge acreage for hiking on one side and ATVs on the other, but… and a tear is going down my right cheek as I type this… no tent sites.  They will only be down to a handful of these cool cabins next summer.  And it's a busy vs. a peaceful feel within the campground.  Overall, these guys are marvelous.  Come witness the healthy glow.

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Bay Campground
    Jul. 16, 2021

    Blue Bay Campground

    Great camping on Flathead Lake

    I lucked into this campground thanks to a packed state park campground. On the advice of the campground host at the state run site, I drove up the road to find this tribal owned and run campground. The staff is wonderful, and the campground is clean and well taken care of. My site is right on the lake with lake access. It’s a short walk to water, trash, and bathrooms (not all in the same location). While there is little separation between sites (no privacy), they do have dry sites separate from hookup sites and for once the dry tent sites have the premium location on the lake. I can watch the sun set into the lake from my tent. It is summer and there is a lot of smoke from Oregon wildfires that is making the view very hazy.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area

    Easy, peaceful and beautiful

    So gorgeous! Tent camped along the river! Very spaced out campsites, nice for lots of privacy and quiet! Signs to be aware of bear country but took precautions. Rock fire pits at each site. Super easy for quick stop road tripping (0.5 miles off main road)! Stayed in early September on a road trip to Glacier, was able to find our site decently well in the dark! Verizon cell service 3-4 bars! Loved it!

    The west is the only safe way to enter onto the road to the campsites. 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 the west).

  • Ashley W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Bay State Park Campground
    Aug. 29, 2016

    Yellow Bay State Park Campground

    Definitely worth coming! Great atmosphere!

    Yellow Bay State Park in Montana is one of my all time favorites. Growing up in Montana, this campground was a place my family and I always visited. Flathead Lake is such a gorgeous spot- so any camping a long the lake is perfect. Yellow Bay State Park is located on the east shore of Flathead Lake. Obviously, because this campground is located on Flathead Lake there are a lot of water activities. My family always brings their boat, and we go tubing, fishing, water skiing, and swimming. We also really love to kayak and stand up paddle board, and this is the perfect place to do it. This campground isn't very big-I believe there are 5 tent sites. There are fire pits, a boat launch and a public bathroom. The campground is pretty well kept and clean. They are pretty strict about where you dump your trash- do not burn your garbage in your fire pit. Make sure to dump your trash in the assigned garbage bins (they are bear-resistant bins). There is also a 14 day camping limit and it is open May 1st- September 30th.

  • Alexis C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitefish-Kalispell North KOA
    Jul. 20, 2018

    Whitefish-Kalispell North KOA

    good, inexpensive option for last minute trip

    we planned a last minute trip (2weeks in advance) to Glacier NP in mid July. These guys still had tent sites available for the four nights we wanted. it’s a bit of a trek to the NP (40 minutes) but it’s not horrible time.

    our site was nice and tucked off in the trees on the edge, but near the showers. they also provide free breakfast in the morning. newish washers/dryers were great too since we were starting a two week trip.

    would definitely stay again if we couldn’t get something closer to Glacier.

    we didn’t use the pool or hot tub but they looked nice and clean. they have a nImber of games outside and vIdeo games If you need entertaInment. the showers were good, lots of hot water.


Guide to Arlee

Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Montana, Arlee offers a variety of tent camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure and tranquility.

Tent campers should check out the serene Kreis Pond Campground

  • Enjoy a peaceful stay at Kreis Pond Campground, featuring well-spaced campsites around a picturesque pond.
  • This campground allows campfires, making it perfect for cozy evenings under the stars.
  • Be prepared for a bit of a drive on a dusty gravel road to reach this hidden gem.

Explore local activities at Holland Lake Boating Site

  • The Holland Lake Boating Site is ideal for kayaking and swimming, offering a beautiful setting for water activities.
  • With picnic tables available, it's a great spot for a lakeside lunch after a day of exploration.
  • The area is popular among non-motorized boaters, ensuring a peaceful environment for paddling.

Discover unique features at Camp Paxson

  • Camp Paxson provides a historic camping experience on the shores of Seeley Lake, surrounded by stunning mountain views.
  • This site offers a range of amenities, including drinking water and electric hookups, making it a comfortable choice for tent campers.
  • The camp's rich history adds a unique charm, making it a memorable destination for families and groups.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Arlee, MT?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Arlee, MT is Kreis Pond Campground with a 4-star rating from 6 reviews.

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