Best Campgrounds near Clancy, MT

Clancy is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Clancy, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Find the best campgrounds near Clancy, MT. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

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Best Camping Sites Near Clancy, Montana (131)

    1. Park Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Clancy, MT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 449-5490

    "Helena National Forest's Park Lake Campground sits next to the beautiful Park Lake. A day use areas sits along the east side of the lake."

    "Our favorite nearby campground that's for enough away to get everyone to unplug. Peaceful mountain lake with no motors allowed on the water. Fish, kayak, paddle board, and swim."

    2. Moose Creek Campground — Helena Lewis And Clark National Forest

    6 Reviews
    Elliston, MT
    13 miles

    "Moose Creek campground is located along the newly paved Remini Road.  This 9 site campground is scheduled to increase to $15 per night. "

    "Hiking trail right by the cabin, even found some huckleberry nearby."

    3. Galena Gulch

    9 Reviews
    Boulder, MT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 533-7600

    $15 / night

    "However, this is a clean and mowed campsite that is largely grassy field next to the boulder River. The mountainous and forested Recreation area surrounded it though."

    "Take exit 160 This spot is north of exit and you will go under the highway. Bridge is a bit scary, just go slow."

    4. Cromwell Dixon Campground

    10 Reviews
    Elliston, MT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 449-5490

    "Close to the Continental Divide trail, which we briefly hiked. Beautiful trail. Campsites had tables and plenty of shade."

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    Cromwell Dixon Campground is a nice Forest Service Campground located on the Continental Divide's McDonald Pass."

    5. Court Sheriff Campground

    16 Reviews
    Helena, MT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 475-3921

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Half an hour outside of Helena is a beautiful reservoir lake. Court Sheriff Campground spreads out along its shore. Many sites are waterside and you can see families playing in it."

    "We got a tent site (parked in lot, walked to site maybe 50 feet). It was perfect with shade and right next to the water. Many sites had little or no shade, though."

    6. Strawberry Cabin

    1 Review
    Clancy, MT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 449-5201

    $30 - $50 / night

    "Keep the fire small or you will cook in the little cabin, even when its cold outside.  A propane stove was provided but you will need to bring fuel. "

    7. Hellgate Campground

    15 Reviews
    Helena, MT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 475-3921

    $10 - $170 / night

    "If you don’t have a boat and don’t want to BBQ, there’s not much to do, but the views are pretty all around. Went here with a local."

    "off. Trailer was easy to back into our slot, but several places had pull throughs. We would definitely stay here again."

    8. Black Sandy State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Helena National Forest, MT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 458-3221

    $6 - $24 / night

    "Pull up next to the lake. Electric, wood, toilets, noisy boat docking, gnats available. Office super friendly and helpful. Fishing near dam close by."

    "This campground is pretty small but is located right on the edge of the lake making for some nice views and a relaxing environment."

    9. Scott Reservoir Dispersed

    3 Reviews
    Clancy, MT
    12 miles
    Website

    "Road going around to the other side of the reservoir is gated and closed now."

    "There were just a few cars driving back down the mountain in the evening. But no one bothered."

    10. Moose Creek Cabin

    2 Reviews
    Elliston, MT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 449-5201

    $50 - $65 / night

    "An outhouse is outside.  A nice metal fire ring is available with two picnic tables.  Fire wood is supplied during the winter months.  Wood stove is in the living room area to heat the cabin. "

    "It’s a great cabin it’s super close to the road it has two bedrooms they both have 2 beds a double and a single bed."

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Recent Reviews near Clancy, MT

553 Reviews of 131 Clancy Campgrounds


  • S
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Hellgate Campground

    Great spot!

    Nice spot. Easy walk onto the beach. Not a steep cliff. Good fishing. We will be back to this area again.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Lost Moose Meadows Campground

    Great campground

    Awesome spot, the owners make everything super clear. You can book online and when you get there, there’s a little packet with your info. Only complaint is it’s very bare, no trees in sight for shade. Otherwise the views were great!! Would be back!

  • Bille W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    7R Guest Ranch Motel & RV Park

    Lovely area very quiet

    We were the only nomads all the other campers were local seasonal fishing guides so it was very quiet. The lodge and rooms are nice.

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Indian Creek RV Campground

    Great place to stop and regroup

    Grounds are nice and clean. Laundry room and bathrooms are very clean. Host is very nice. Bring your own WiFi.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Lost Moose Meadows Campground

    Lost Moose Meadows

    Awesome view! Super friendly owners. Great place to relax. Very quiet considering you’re just off a highway.

  • TheFoxphire F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Homestake Pass Dispersed

    Bring drinking water!

    Already left a review but forgot to mention —about water. I do not recommend getting water from Butte other than from “Ultimate Big Spring Water” which cost $15 for 5gal with a jug. Apparently Butte has occasional toxic leakage into the mains from the Toxic Pits. Very sad and unfortunate. We were weary even getting filtered refill water from Walmart. Either bring your own drinking water or buy bottled. There is an rv park in Pipestone that said they’d allow fill-up there, though not sure what the fee would be, but they’re seemed super nice and willing to help out.

  • TheFoxphire F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Homestake Pass Dispersed

    Great spot

    Rolled in on Sunday afternoon. Found a spot right by the entrance to the large camping area (approx 1/2mile past railroad tracks on the left). We were exposed from 3 sides, luckily we could park our jeep for privacy block. This is definitely the place that all the locals bring out their quads and dirt bikes on weekends. Daily drive through by park rangers so that was nice. There’s a 16 day limit here and the rangers do keep a close eye on it. And several people do come here to stay for the full limit so it looks like people be living here, but they’re constantly ushered out by rangers. Found several good running/biking trails. The boulders are quite amazing! I could definitely feel bear vibes while on the trails, though we never saw one. Cows did come to our campsite nightly and dig through our fire pit. Several big classA’s in and out. Several other campers running gens all day.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Lichen Cliff

    Nice spot

    This has a large pullout from the road. It is along the creek, which is pretty. It has a fire pit and a picnic table. I probably won’t stay here again because Montana charges $18 a night for non-residents. It’s too expensive for essentially a parking spot.

  • jonah
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Confederate Campground

    Fun lake for dispersed camping

    Beautiful clear lake and large beach. Easy to distance yourself from other campers, lots of space. Spent 1 night tent camping, gorgeous sunset, clean beach, camp fire rings, picnic tables, outhouses. No fees, no reservation, 14 day limit, good cell phone reception. Highly recommend. There is huge space for trailers as well. Google Maps tried to take us on a private rd, easy to get around.


Guide to Clancy

Camping near Clancy, Montana, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful lakeside retreat or a spot to set up your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Fishing and Boating: Many campers enjoy fishing and boating at places like Black Sandy State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "All the sites are on the water. Nice swim area." This makes it a great spot for water activities.
  • ATV Riding: If you’re into off-roading, Hellgate Campground is perfect. A visitor shared, "We took ATVs and rode them to a trailhead that starts just across the highway from the campsite."
  • Hiking: For those who love to hike, Delmoe Lake offers some neat trails. One camper noted, "Great spot with some really neat ATV trails."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the views at Canyon Ferry Court Sheriff Campground. A reviewer said, "The lake is right against the sites and makes for a beautiful place to stay."
  • Clean Facilities: Many appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. One visitor at Cromwell Dixon Campground mentioned, "Vault toilets, which were very clean."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers often enjoy the peacefulness of places like Goose Bay - Dispersed Camping. A reviewer stated, "I felt so secluded here on a Sunday night."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Campgrounds like Court Sheriff Campground have limited facilities. One camper pointed out, "Limited facilities but if you're self-contained with water etc this is great."
  • Close Campsites: Many sites are close together, which can be a downside. A visitor at Black Sandy State Park Campground noted, "Sites are extremely close together and only electric hookup."
  • Seasonal Access: Some campgrounds, like Delmoe Lake, are only open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. A camper mentioned, "No lake in August/September. Dry."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Sites: Look for campgrounds with water access, like White Sandy Campground. A reviewer said, "Gorgeous setting... Excellent beach area."
  • Plan for Bugs: Be prepared for mosquitoes, especially in the evenings. One camper at Confederate Campground warned, "The mosquitoes were absolutely blood thirsty and aggressive."
  • Bring Games: If the water isn’t swimmable, plan some fun activities. A visitor at White Sandy Campground suggested, "I would recommend staying somewhere else if the water isn’t swimmable or plan on bringing some board games."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Black Sandy State Park Campground mentioned, "Most of the sites are really tight to get into with a larger rig."
  • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups, like Hellgate Campground. A camper noted, "The electric service was still on for the sites."
  • Be Ready for Limited Services: Some campgrounds, such as Goose Bay - Dispersed Camping, don’t have water or trash services. A visitor shared, "Plenty of spots to camp... Most spots had fire pits and tables."

Camping near Clancy, Montana, has its quirks, but with the right preparation, it can be a fantastic outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Clancy, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Clancy, MT offers a wide range of camping options, with 131 campgrounds and RV parks near Clancy, MT and 17 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Clancy, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Clancy, MT is Park Lake Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 6 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Clancy, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near Clancy, MT.

What parks are near Clancy, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Clancy, MT that allow camping, notably Canyon Ferry Lake and Helena National Forest.