Best Equestrian Camping near Cardwell, MT
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Cardwell, MT (6)
1. Lake Shore Lodge
Ennis, Montana1 Review•1 Photo•19 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$40 / night
3. Spanish Creek Picnic Area
Gallatin Gateway, Montana3 Reviews•14 Photos•52 SavesA picnic area in the Gallatin Canyon on Bozeman District. Picnic sites: 4 Accessible Facilities: Toilet Trash Pickup: No Firewood: No Information: Bozeman Office 3710 fallon Street Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 522-2520
- Pets
- Fires
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
4. Antelope Mountain View :Fishing and Horse Corrals!
Be the first to review!Whitehall, Montana•3 Photos•7 SavesCorrals for horses and Fishing right by the campsite! Just across the road from Jefferson River! Beautiful open space located between Whitehall and Twin Bridges Montana. Corrals for horses.
- Pets
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Equestrian
- Alcohol
$20 - $40 / night
5. Spanish Creek Cabin
Gallatin Gateway, Montana1 Review•4 Photos•12 SavesOverview
Spanish Creek Cabin was constructed in 1934 and retains much of its rustic character from that time. The cabin is available year-round and offers an excellent base camp for a variety of summer and winter recreation opportunities. It is adjacent to a popular trailhead and a campground. Guests may drive to the cabin during summer months. During the winter (December 2nd through May 15th) the access road is gated 3.5 miles from the cabin and guest should be prepared to hike, bike, ski or snowshoe to the cabin. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
A nearby trailhead provides access to a network of trails that head south into the Lee Metcalf Wilderness and west into non-wilderness areas.The trails can be used by hikers, equestrians, snowshoers and cross-country skiers. Trails also lead to Little Hell Roaring Creek, the north end of the Madison Range and the South Fork of Spanish Creek. This area also offers opportunities for fishing and hunting.
Natural Features
The cabin sits at the base of the Lee Metcalf Wilderness, in a large meadow, at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Wildflowers add bursts of color around the cabin each summer. South Fork Spanish Creek flows nearby. The densely-forested peaks of the Madison Range surround the cabin. This area is home to grizzly bears, moose, elk, deer and bighorn sheep, as well as a variety of bird species.
- Reservable
- Equestrian
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Glamping
- Firewood Available
$65 / night
6. Kading Cabin
Elliston, Montana1 Review•15 Photos•15 SavesOverview
Kading Cabin is located 16 miles south of Elliston, Montana in Helena National Forest. This site has served the Forest Service since the early 1900s when the agency was forming. It was selected for its central location, trail and wagon road accessibility, and telephone line service at the time, ensuring that it would be valuable for both administrative and protective work. The present cabin was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Renovations and repairs were made to the facility in the 1960s and again in the early 1990s. Today, the cabin is a rustic retreat for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in central Montana. The cabin is typically accessible by car; however, heavy amounts of snow in winter can close the road to vehicles. Access to the cabin is via a 7-mile stretch of road passable by snowmobile, snowshoe, skis or dog sled. Guests must be prepared to pack in several of their own supplies.
Recreation
Plenty of hiking, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities exist along the numerous trails and roads that can be accessed within a short distance from the cabin. Fly fishing on the Little Blackfoot River is excellent. Brown trout are found in good numbers and large sizes below Elliston. Brook and cutthroat trout are found above Elliston. Whitefish can be found throughout the length of the river. In winter, guests will enjoy snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling on trails throughout the area.
Natural Features
Hemmed in by old-growth, conifer forest, Kading Cabin sits at the edge of a grassy clearing. The Little Blackfoot River flows near the cabin, a tributary to the Upper Clark Fork watershed. It drains an area of 265,300 acres from the Boulder Mountains north of Butte and west of Helena. The area around the cabin offers a variety of landscapes, from river banks to subalpine terrain. Valley bottoms, dense forests, meadows and barren ridges are mixed with streams, rivers, and lakes. Wildlife in the area abounds. Elk, deer, squirrels and a variety of birds are commonly seen. The more elusive badger, wolverine, mountain lion and lynx find habitat in nearby areas as well.
Nearby Attractions
Plenty of historic mines are scattered throughout the area, including Charter Oak Mine and the Mill and the Monarch Mine.
- Reservable
- Equestrian
- Cabins
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Firewood Available
- Drinking Water
$30 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Cardwell
11 Reviews of 6 Cardwell Campgrounds
- ddonaldwirtz
Scout
Spanish Lakes
Beautiful lake
I visited this lake last week. I love it and slope game. The water is pristine and visually appealing with no obstructions like stumps or logs, as mentioned earlier. The lake underwent complete drainage and dredging. It has been populated with eight different types of fish. I recently reeled in two bass weighing 2-3 pounds each. My wife has successfully caught numerous quality channel catfish. This lake is quite lovely. However, the landing area is shallow, restricting the launch of large bass boats.
Angie B.
Guide
Spanish Creek Picnic Area
Very quiet and beautiful!
I had a bison run after my car on the way in...that was exciting! 😆 The road in had breathtaking scenery. The campsites were easily accessible near the trailheads. It was extremely quiet and peaceful the whole time I was there.
Chi M.ScoutSpanish Lakes
Yellow Lake Erie
Lake Michigan Anna Abor 🙌 so you are a beautiful 😍 Holidays
- Amy H.Scout
Spanish Creek Cabin
Highly recommend
Cute, clean cabin. Sleeps four, a bunk bed and two more beds in a loft. Creek was running in winter, can hear it at night with the window open a crack. 4 mile ski in from the gate with some gentle up and down grades, traveling on an unplowed road. Easy to find. Comfortable and beautiful scenery, hiking trails near by.
FreeganDave H.Scout
O'Neill Campground
On theBoulder river
Nice camp ground. It’s primitive , has a couple fire pits. Pack it in pack it out! Quit except the highway is just up and over the river. Free
Ruby W.
RangerSpanish Lakes
BREATHTAKING Alpine Lakes
An absolutely stunning area to camp. A relatively challenging nine-mile-hike in from the Spanish Creek campground. Turn left at the trail map and follow the well marked signs. You’ll have stunning views of the mountains, rivers, and pines on your hike in. A few other places to camp on the way in. You’ll cross a couple rivers—so be prepared to take off those boots. Once arriving at the top; you’ll find a stunning array of crystal lakes, snow melts, and glistening cliffs. We camped on top of a large cliff system across the first lake. As you hike in, there are multiple little lakes to camp and fish around. The highest lake (about 100 meters past the first) is indescribably breathtaking. Surrounded by massive mountains, a rolling stream, and a little dead forest accompanied by a campsite and fire ring—AH! I felt like I was in a simulation. Apparently you can summit the nearby mountains and reached a higher lake called Beehive. My friends went and said they enjoyed it. Tons of fishing in all of the lakes. Diverse wildflowers. Tons of bugs. But all great fun! Will certainly return when I go back to Montana.
- Lucille W.Ranger
Spanish Creek Picnic Area
Pretty lil spot
Stayed here with my sister one night before we hiked up to Spanish Lakes! Follow a long gravel road to the picnic area. Tons of pic nic tables and spots to set up. Creek not too far away for purifying water. There’s a very clean restroom and two different trail heads. We just camped by our car and packed up in the morning and hiked. Very basic all ya need here folks! Pretty views as well
- Lucille W.Ranger
Spanish Lakes
360 Breathtaking Views
This place is indescribable. To get there you drive into the Spanish Creek Picnic area. Then you follow the trails on the map to Spanish Lakes. The trails are pretty well marked. It’s about 9.5 miles in and up. The first 4.5 miles are super chill and flat. You’ll cruise through those. You cross over some beautiful bridges over roaring streams. Couple streams didn’t have bridges so we had to lose our boots for those crossings. Then there is a gradual uphill and the last 2 miles are pretty brutal. Eventually, you reach the first lake and you’re like WHAAATT and your jaw is dropping. Mt. Blaze is up to your left and all around are other stunning peaks. The lake is crystal clear and cold. Tons of west slope cutthroat trout that get flown in. There is a ~ 40 ft cliff you can jump off of into the super deep water. We camped just above that spot at a fire ring overlooking the lake. But if you go up to the second and third lakes there are even better spots. Truly a magical place. Definitely make it worth it and stay at least two nights if the weather is good!
- Ruby W.Ranger
Spanish Creek Picnic Area
Trailhead with Views
Plenty of dispersed drive in camping sites at the Spanish Creeks Trailhead. Many lots, solid roads, picnic tables, fire rings, and clean facilities. Great signage nestled behind the trees at the start of the trail. Water and a nice bathroom available. A cute little creek nestled along the side of the campground—making for good morning music. Stunning mountain views from the campsites. Head down the canyon trail a little bit to view some stunning meadows. All around a great spot if you’re looking to hit the trails early the next day!
- Evan S.
Traveler
Lake Shore Lodge
Quiet campground on Ennis Lake
We stayed at Lake Shore Lodge Campground while visiting my parents in Ennis.
The campground is situated right on the northern shore of Ennis Lake and has a boat launch ramp for those looking to fish.
We stayed three nights at the beginning of July. Our site had water, sewer, and 30amp service. We were able to fit our 39ft toy hauler in with almost no issues.
The campground is very peaceful and appears to have a lot of seasonal residents.
Wood and ice are available from the front desk. Bath houses and laundry are also available on site.
- Dexter I.
Legend
Kading Cabin
Have a quiet unplugged night at Kading Campground
If you are looking for a quiet campground away from electronic distractions then this campground is for you. Kading Campground is located along the upper Little Blackfoot river at the end of Little Blackfoot road. Being at the end of the road and located along the river you will have a nice quiet night as the only vehicle traffic with be those vehicles travel to the campground of near by trail head. Kading Campground has 11 sites, each site has a picnic table and metal fire rings. The campground has two vault toilets. Water is available at Kading Cabin located across the road from the campground entrance. A small public corral is located across the road from the campground, and there are two horse watering troughs in the campground. A trail head at the end of the road can be reached from a short trail at the end of the campground. The trail follows the Little Blackfoot river. A five mile hike leads to Blackfoot meadows a popular fly fishing location. The campground has been recently cleared of its beetle killed trees making the campground much more open than it used to been, but this is still a nice quiet campground to visit.
Guide to Cardwell
Horse camping in Montana offers a unique experience for equestrian enthusiasts, combining stunning landscapes with well-equipped facilities for both riders and their horses.
Equestrian campers like these nearby activities
- At Antelope Mountain View, you can enjoy horseback riding with access to horse corrals, making it easy to explore the surrounding trails.
- The scenic routes near Spanish Lakes provide excellent opportunities for hiking and fishing, perfect for a full day of outdoor adventure with your horse.
- Kading Cabin is located along the Little Blackfoot River, offering trails that lead to popular fly fishing spots, ideal for a relaxing day after riding.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- Lake Shore Lodge features a public corral and water troughs, ensuring your horse has everything it needs during your stay.
- At Spanish Creek Picnic Area, you’ll find ample space for setting up near your horse, along with picnic tables for a comfortable outdoor meal.
- Spanish Creek Cabin offers a peaceful retreat with nearby trails, perfect for those looking to enjoy nature with their equine companions.
Equestrian campgrounds include unique features
- Antelope Mountain View allows pets and has reservable sites, making it convenient for horse owners who want to plan ahead.
- Lake Shore Lodge provides electric hookups and sanitary dump facilities, catering to RV campers traveling with horses.
- Kading Cabin is known for its quiet atmosphere, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle while enjoying horseback riding in a serene setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Cardwell, MT is Lake Shore Lodge with a 4-star rating from 1 review.
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