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Glamping near Conner, MT
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McCart Lookout offers exceptional glamping high in the mountains near Sula, Montana, roughly 20 minutes from Conner. This historic fire lookout tower provides a unique glamping experience with 360-degree panoramic views and accommodations for up to two people on a comfortable bed platform. The lookout comes equipped with practical amenities including a Coleman lantern, two-burner propane stove, and wood stove for heat. Nearby, Travellers Rest Cabins & RV Park in Darby provides upscale glamping accommodations with full hookups, showers, and Wi-Fi. For those seeking riverside glamping, Sula Country Store and Resort features log cabin glamping units with private porches, picnic tables, and adjacent fire pits along the Bitterroot River. One guest shared, "This spot was Amazing! Our room was stunning. So charming, spacious, cozy, fun, and had everything we could ever need."
The natural surroundings offer numerous outdoor activities directly from these glamping sites. The Bitterroot River provides excellent fishing opportunities, with several glamping options positioned right on the riverbank for easy access. Painted Rocks Lake lies just 3 miles from Rombo Campground, offering water recreation and exploration opportunities in the deep Bitterroot Mountains. Glamping visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing with frequent deer sightings, hiking on nearby mountain trails, and stargazing under dark Montana skies. A visitor noted, "We hiked in the morning nearby, and all were amazing. The hiking in Montana never disappoints. The views are spectacular. We also saw so many deer coming in and out of the campground which we love!" Seasonal availability varies, with most glamping sites operating between May and September, though some locations like Sula Country Store and Resort remain open year-round.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Conner (12)
1. Travellers Rest Cabins & RV Park
"12 gets you campsite showers and toilets, WiFi and coin laundry. Also really great access to the bitterroot valley if you’re into hikin and river activities."
"On top of the wonderful accommodations, the STAFF! The staff and owner went Above and Beyond for us when my boyfriend left behind a beloved baseball cap in our room."
2. Sula Country Store and Resort
"I was camping at a nearby national park site that had a flyer for Camp Sula, saying that if you show the receipt from your stay you can use Camp Sulas shower, laundry facilities and wifi at no cost."
"Just need space for dog fence. No problems checking in. Laundry. Bitterroot river on site. Children's fish lake. Did not use bath facilities. Looked good from out side. Cabins are log and adorable."
3. Rombo Campground
"The campground is quite small, perhaps 15 individual spots, which worked well for us, as I particularly like the more private and quieter locations. "
"I reserved this a month or so in advance, a big recommendation from me, it is around 3 miles to get to the beautiful and majestic Painted Rocks lake."
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Get a text when availablefrom $15 / night
4. Anglers Roost Campground
"this is definitely the place to roost for anyone who enjoys fishing. all fifty spots are either on the bitterroot river or a short walk away."
"Nice Camp store with everything you would need and it’s close to town."
5. Mccart Lookout
"Well worth the drive and the short hike up the mountain. Beautiful views from all around the tower. Very peaceful and relaxing. The tower sleeps 2 with a bed platform."
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Get a text when availablefrom $30 / night
6. Philipsburg Bay Campground
"Paid campground $8 per night with senior and access passes, decent vault toilets, potable water, trash disposal, tall pines/shade, paved Loop A 1-24 first come first serve, Loop B has some first come first"
"Next to a Great Lake, lots of space & wooded tree area! We enjoyed a great campfire & only stayed one night but it was great & would have stayed longer if we weren’t moving on."
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Get a text when availablefrom $17 - $30 / night
7. Powell Campground
"The site was large, contained a picnic table and fire pit with cooking grate, and had plenty of trees for hammocking."
"Great 34 site campground with electric and non-electric sites. Some are reservable, while others are first come, first served."
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Get a text when availablefrom $14 - $20 / night
8. Wagonhammer RV Park & Campground
"Great location & super clean! Our campsite was right next to the river. Dog friendly and there is a dog island that your fur kid can run around off leash!"
"So close to a five star campground if it were not for the swarming mosquitoes anywhere in the shade."
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from $25 - $45 / night
9. Piney Campground And Boat Launch
"Water pump nearby. Full 5G. Basically glamping at this point. Georgetown Lake is right there. Mountain views everywhere you look. One of the prettiest campgrounds in Montana, full stop."
"Snagged a FCFS site at this wonderful Montana state park after reading reviews. So glad I did. Such a nice campground, nice neighbors. Lots of people out on the lake boating."
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Get a text when availablefrom $17 / night
10. River's Fork Lodge & RV Park
"When we arrived we found zero cell service but the WiFi was a savor."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 17 min from Missoula, MT
- 2 hrs 49 min from Helena, MT
- 3 hrs 2 min from Bozeman, MT
- 4 hrs 52 min from Lewiston, ID
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Glamping Reviews near Conner, MT
76 Reviews of 12 Conner Campgrounds
Michael G.GuidePowell Campground
Great place
I very rarely give 5 stars. This place earned it. Paved camp spot, very clean rest rooms, very quiet, fire ring, table, and drinking water nearby. To top that off with the old geezer pass, you get all this with electric (50, 30 amp.) for $10 a night. A GREAT deal !! $ 20 without the pass is still a very good deal. It would be nice if it had a dump station, but there is one down the road a bit.
John W.GuidePhilipsburg Bay Campground
Short walk to lake
Good choice of first come first served spots in lodgepole pine forest. Tree cover not great for solar & starlink. Quite crowded in early August with various floating and boating activities. Sites spread out.
- PPatricia P.
TravelerPhilipsburg Bay Campground
First official campground
More than likely we will be off grid at a non-developed pull off but with the lake so close we wanted to check it out. Neighbors are close and being here during the week and gone by weekend appears to be the only way to do it.
- GGia H.Guide
Philipsburg Bay Campground
In the pines
Easy to get to, very popular. Paid campground $8 per night with senior and access passes, decent vault toilets, potable water, trash disposal, tall pines/shade, paved Loop A 1-24 first come first serve, Loop B has some first come first serve as well, Loop C no first come first serve. Cell service, plenty for zoom meetings. With shade, solar is challenging. No hook ups. Campfire rings and firewood for sale by the host. Need a water craft to get on lake for fishing.
- JJudy C.
ScoutRombo Campground
We Loved Rombo
We recently camped at Rombo campground, with friends, and had a wonderful time. The campground is quite small, perhaps 15 individual spots, which worked well for us, as I particularly like the more private and quieter locations. There was potable water spigots and bear proof garbage containers. The fire rings looked fairly new, with higher, larger rings and sturdy grates.
The camp host is very friendly and helpful. He cleans the pit toilets on a regular basis and does a great job. He travels through the campground regularly, with his little dog Jellybean, making sure that everyone is taking care of their campsites (no unattended fires, trash issues, parking issues, etc.)
Most sites had an easy access to the river and there were a few trails nearby to hike on. We heard heron calls in the evening, as well as seeing many smaller critters. The camp host warned us that bears had been visiting the campgrounds near the Painted Rock Reservoir, about 10 miles away, and could show up at our campground as well, so we were sure to pack all food items away.
The spaces for campers were not very large so I would say this is best suited for smaller campers or travel vans. We had a tear drop trailer, which was perfect for the site that we found. There are only a few sites that can be reserved online, the rest are on a first come basis. Our only complaint about our three days there, is that there was a crew across the river that was clearing deadfall and working with chainsaws. They started at about 5:45 each morning but had to quit at 2:00 pm. That put a damper on trying to sleep in and the noise was a bit irritating as it sounded like a dirt bike racetrack around the forest.
Heatherann W.TravelerSpring Hill Campground
Nice wooded, scenic location
This campground was easy to find. Looks clean. Picnic table is of the cement fashion. Nice fire pit. It's a very nice wooded campground.
- JJeremy H.Guide
Sula Country Store and Resort
Quiet gem
Loved this place. We stayed for 2 nights in June and it was a fantastic and relaxing spot. Clean and well maintained and surroundings were beautiful. My boys loved feeding the fish in the pond and walking up and down the river. Staff were very friendly and kind. Would absolutely stay here again
- Jesse L.Traveler
Piney Campground And Boat Launch
5 Stars, 5G, and a Yellow Lab Named Bo
Reserved through Recreation.gov — easy process, well worth it. Easy to find, just know your loop — A or B matters. Sites are flat, paved, well spaced, and the outhouses were shockingly clean. Water pump nearby. Full 5G. Basically glamping at this point. Georgetown Lake is right there. Mountain views everywhere you look. One of the prettiest campgrounds in Montana, full stop. Fire rings are solid. Spacing is generous enough that I barely registered my neighbors — something about a toddler being enthusiastically towed around camp by Bo, a yellow lab operating completely outside the chain of command. Barely noticed. Bring sunscreen. The wind is relentless and you won't feel yourself turning into a strip of beef jerky until it's too late. Think twice before deploying your awning unless you've always wanted to track its flight path toward North Dakota. The campground hosts a thriving colony of what appear to be prairie dogs. They chirp. Constantly. You get used to it. Probably. Mosquitoes are rumored to exist here at sunset. The wind refused to let us confirm this. Bring repellant anyway — the wind takes days off occasionally. Exceptional spot. Would return without hesitation.
Guide to Conner
Camping near Conner, Montana offers outdoor adventures in the Bitterroot National Forest at elevations ranging from 3,900 to 8,700 feet. The area experiences warm summer days with temperatures around 80°F and cool nights dipping to 45°F. Most campgrounds in this region close after Labor Day, with limited winter camping options along Highway 93.
What to do
Fly fishing opportunities: The Bitterroot River provides excellent fly fishing near Anglers Roost Campground. As one camper noted, "This is definitely the place to roost for anyone who enjoys fishing. All fifty spots are either on the bitterroot river or a short walk away. A pleasant walk along the water provides ample bank fishing for the plentiful trout."
Lake exploration: Painted Rocks Lake is accessible from nearby campgrounds for water recreation. A visitor to Rombo Campground shared, "This area is next to a huge river that runs off of painted rock dam. This campground is a must for thrillseekers, recreation types, and explorers coming to spend a weekend on the lake and the deep bitterroot mountains."
Wildlife viewing: Campgrounds in this region offer opportunities to spot local wildlife. At Philipsburg Bay Campground, a camper experienced, "The area is beautiful. We heard wolves after dusk and saw elk at dawn. Fishing is good and plenty of waterfowl in the lake."
What campers like
Riverside camping: Many glamping sites near Conner position visitors right on the riverbank. A guest at River's Fork Lodge & RV Park reported, "Not sure if you can get any closer to the river. The back of the trailer was probably less than 10 ft. to the river. Outstanding view. The fishing was spot on, right on the river you don't have to even drive anywhere if you don't want."
Spacious sites: Campgrounds in this area typically offer well-spaced sites. A visitor to Philipsburg Bay Campground commented, "This campground has many sites shaded by lodgepole pines. The sites are far enough apart and angled to give a nice sense of privacy."
Clean facilities: Cleanliness is frequently mentioned in reviews. At Piney Campground, a reviewer noted, "Toilets are close to each campsite and they are very clean. We stayed here in October. Let's just say the sunset was spectacular!!"
What you should know
Limited cell service: Cell reception varies widely between camping areas. A review from Wagonhammer RV Park & Campground warns, "No cell service (AT&T & Sprint), Poor WiFi. If you are a digital nomad and stay here then go to Salmon (30-minute drive), turn left, and a few blocks down on your left is the public library. It's the best wifi you'll find."
Weather variability: Mountain weather can change quickly, even in summer months. A visitor to Piney Campground experienced "a surprise snow on the 2nd night but stayed 8 days/nights."
Reservation timing: For popular glamping spots near Conner, Montana, advance planning is essential. A reviewer at Powell Campground advised, "Reservations close 6 days prior, and then flip over to first come, first serve."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Some glamping locations offer additional recreation options. A reviewer at Sula Country Store and Resort mentioned, "There is free put-put golf, horseshoes, tetherball and a small well stocked fishing pond with benches to watch the action or simply admire the beauty of the surroundings."
Spacious camping areas: Look for sites with room for children to play. At Powell Campground, a camper found, "The site was large, contained a picnic table and fire pit with cooking grate, and had plenty of trees for hammocking."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Kids often enjoy spotting animals around camp. A visitor to Philipsburg Bay noted they "saw elk at dawn" and observed "plenty of waterfowl in the lake."
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Electric sites are available at certain forest service campgrounds. At Powell Campground, a reviewer specified, "Great sites next to river. Bathroom and water had already been closed for season. We had site 18."
Site selection: Choose your site carefully based on your needs. A camper at Travellers Rest Cabins & RV Park found, "We were in the area to fly fish and just needed a basic place to park our RV with power. We drove down the road to Traveler's Rest, a little frazzled from our recent experience and were very relieved that they were friendly, had availability and the facility was clean and nice."
Access considerations: Some glamping sites near Conner have limited access for larger rigs. At Rombo Campground, a visitor warned about the "tight road, don't tow anything to big."
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