RV campgrounds near Charlo, Montana provide a central location for exploring the Mission Valley between Missoula and Flathead Lake. The area sits at approximately 3,000 feet elevation with the dramatic Mission Mountains rising to over 9,800 feet along the eastern horizon. Summer temperatures typically range from 50-85°F with occasional thunderstorms during July and August.
What to do
Hiking mission trails: Access hiking paths in the Mission Mountain Wilderness from campgrounds east of Ronan. "Great place to stay if your in the St. Regis area. You don't have to leave the campground if you don't want to with tons of great activities. The hiking trails on site were fun and also the FS trails nearby are great as well," notes a visitor at Nugget RV Resort.
Flathead Lake swimming: Many campgrounds offer lake access or are within short driving distance. "Rollings RV Park on Flathead Lake in Montana has a beach, but you have to drive to it. You're close to Polson and Lakeside, where there are great beaches," according to a camper at Rollins RV Park.
Sapphire hunting: Take a day trip to Gem Mountain for a unique Montana experience. "I recommend heading out to gem mountain for some Montana sapphire hunting. Fun day trip, and was great for the kids," shares a visitor at Jim & Mary's RV Park.
What campers like
Recreational amenities: Many RV parks in the region offer on-site activities beyond standard amenities. "Really nice amenities (mini golf, horse shoes, pool, dog park), close enough to town. Grass at our site," comments a camper at Granite Peak RV Resort.
Mountain views: Campsites with mountain vistas are highly rated by visitors. "Private campground. Level sites, stayed in #6 right by office. Sites fairly close together. Nice pet walk area. Showers clean. Full hookups. Solid, clean, well kept place to stay," notes a guest at Diamond S RV Park.
Cleanliness standards: Well-maintained facilities receive consistently positive reviews. "This is one if the prettiest and cleanest campground we have ever stayed at. The sites are gravel, mostly level and most sites have shad. The laundry and bathhouse was very nice and clean," reports a visitor at Jim & Mary's RV Park.
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. "Campground is no frills, but beautiful mountain views and fairly quiet. There are a few spots with hookups, but the ground is very uneven. The best spots are W&E, and the dumpstation is at the Cenex in Ronan," advises a camper at Mission Meadows RV Campground.
WiFi reliability varies: Internet connectivity differs significantly between properties. "The best place thus far we have camped this year Wifi wise. It was high speed and worked perfect the whole time for us. AT&T service was 2 out of 4 bars, but calls came through just fine throughout the entire park," reports a camper at Outback Montana RV Park.
Ambient noise factors: Transportation corridors impact some campgrounds. "The only downside was the train close by that was very squeaky as it went by. But I never heard it during the night," mentions a visitor to Jim & Mary's RV Park.
