The Belt region in Montana sits at elevations around 3,500 feet with seasonal temperature variations from below freezing in winter to 90°F during summer. Glamping sites near Belt provide canvas structures on wooden platforms with electrical outlets, allowing visitors to experience Montana's outdoor beauty without sacrificing basic comforts. Most locations remain accessible from late spring through early fall.
What to do
Explore nearby creeks: Logging Creek runs through several camping areas, offering natural swimming spots. A camper at Logging Creek noted, "There is water for kids to play in. If you do some research in that area there is a place where there are some caves to explore, and another with fossils."
Fish the Missouri River: Pelican Point provides direct river access with a concrete boat ramp. According to a visitor at Pelican Point Fishing Access Site, "A beautiful and quite relaxing day" can be spent fishing this stretch of the Missouri.
Rock hounding: Search for fossils and interesting rocks in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. A visitor at Dry Wolf Cabin shared, "Lots of activities nearby rock hounding/fossils, hikes, small waterfall, swimming in creek."
What campers like
Private bathroom facilities: The individual bathroom units at Great Falls KOA offer extra privacy. One reviewer described, "This camp has a lot of both comfort and entertainment. The bathrooms are an individual room with both toilet and shower stall."
Secluded natural settings: Some glamping options near Belt offer more isolation from crowds. A camper at Jumping Creek Campground shared, "Great place to stay. We had the whole campground to ourselves. We stayed right next to the creek and had a very peaceful stay with beautiful scenery."
Convenient camping kitchen: Covered cooking areas make meal preparation easier at several glamping sites. As noted about Great Falls KOA's tent village, "Toward the middle of the roundabout is a covered area, including a table, counter, electrical outlets, and a large cabinet that can be locked with a padlock."
What you should know
Seasonal access limitations: Many sites close during winter months. At Jumping Creek, a reviewer mentioned, "This 15 site campground is without trees so you are in clear view of everyone else at the campground. Trees have been removed."
Weather considerations: Belt's location creates varied conditions throughout the year. A camper at Benton RV Park & Campground cautioned, "We were here in mid July and it was 94° with about a 35 mph wind howling across the Prairie. Quite a shock considering we had just come down from the mountains!"
Road conditions: Access to some glamping sites requires careful driving. One visitor to Logging Creek admitted, "Not going to lie. I didn't know what to expect and white knuckled a bit driving my little old motorhome down into this ground. This is a bit of a trek."
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-friendly water features: Smaller water areas work well for younger children. At Pelican Point, a visitor mentioned, "Great for kids. Love the Pelican point pond," which provides a safer alternative to the Missouri River.
Consider noise levels: Some campgrounds get busier with recreational vehicles. A camper at Logging Creek reported, "The 4th of July crowd was mostly there for motorized recreation. This, combined with peoples general disregard for how loud they are, was annoying."
