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Bernie & Sharon's Riverfront RV Park welcomes pets at their full-hookup sites near Garrison, Montana. This family-owned campground provides spacious, grassy areas where dogs can stretch their legs while owners enjoy mountain views. Tent campers, RV travelers, and cabin guests can all bring their four-legged companions at no additional charge. The nearby Little Blackfoot River offers water access for dogs who enjoy swimming, though pets must remain leashed throughout the park. Facilities include clean restrooms, showers, and trash disposal—important conveniences for pet owners during extended stays. Other pet-friendly options in the area include Town of Drummond Campground, where dogs are permitted at both basic tent sites ($10/night) and electric hookup sites ($25/night). Many guests appreciate the affordable pet-friendly camping options in the region, with one long-term visitor noting the campgrounds intentionally keep prices reasonable while maintaining clean facilities and pet-friendly policies. Camping photos and user guides for Garrison, Montana are available on The Dyrt.
Racetrack Campground in Deerlodge National Forest provides free primitive camping with pets allowed on-site. Located approximately 15 miles from Garrison, this campground offers pet owners access to extensive trail systems where dogs can explore the surrounding wilderness areas. When camping with pets, visitors should be prepared for wildlife encounters by keeping dogs leashed and properly supervised. Douglas Creek Cabin, a reservable accommodation that permits pets, provides a rustic option for those seeking shelter while traveling with animals. Elliston Dispersed Camping on Forest Road 314 allows pets with no designated sites or facilities, ideal for self-sufficient campers seeking more privacy with their dogs. The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations, with cool mountain evenings even in summer months, so pet owners should pack accordingly to keep animals comfortable overnight. Some campgrounds maintain specific quiet hours to minimize barking disturbances, and most require owners to clean up after pets to maintain the natural environment.
"This is a family owned RV park in Garrison, MT. Helpful hosts. Kid friendly. Gameroom. Laundry. If you want to relax, this is a great stop. Spacious spots, some mountain views."
"The layout is pretty condensed so I was quite close to my neighbor. Campground was quiet, some road noise outside. An excellent option to break up a drive on I-90."
"On our way to Yellowstone and it was getting late in the day, seen signs for the Old Montana Prison and decided that would be a fun stop."
"Surrounded by mountain. A view out each window."
"Sweet little secret gem of a campground and centrally located close enough range of possibilities to go see around Central Montana. Bring bug spray."
"Next to river access."
from $35 - $69 / night
Check Availability"It's Montana, so bearproofing is necessary. 3 out of 10 sites were occupied mid-week in August."
"Racetrack campground is a hidden gem of a campground tucked just in side the Forest Service boundary. This 13 site campground has large roomy sites well spread out from each other. "
from $15 / night
Check Availability"The campground is tucked between two imposing rock walls that deliver wonderful sunset and sunrise scenery."
"This campground is well maintained and tucked away between beautiful rock formations, a rushing creek, and aspens."
"Very cute little cabin nestled next to a small creek. The area was very pretty, but had some broken fencing allowing tons of cows to surround the cabin on the morning. Very funny, but a little odd."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"Up a forest service road, so four-wheel-drive came in handy. A bit muddy. There are a variety of sites available, some are easier to access than others."
"It’s well worth the drive and potholes. Large sites lots of space in between sites too. We had #5 with a short path to the water. Stating one night but I think we’ll stay two. Happy camping!"
"Kaden Campground is a Helena National Forest Campground just about at the end of the road, the trail head for Blackfeet Meadows Trail is just a short distance past the campground. "
from $10 / night
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ScoutWe enjoyed an incredible weekend at this campground. Nice clean restrooms, spacious sites, and they even pick up your trash every morning. Great dog park. The owners are very helpful and friendly . We definitely will be back.
ScoutNice place, quite and inviting. Walking distance to all the amenities of town. This park has a pit toilet and flush toilets, also showers, potable water and garbage service. Huge spots with lots of space. Pull through spots perfect for RV or tent camping. Sites available with or without hookups. Playground for kids and it's pet friendly! We love this park.
GuideThis is a family owned RV park in Garrison, MT. Helpful hosts. Kid friendly. Gameroom. Laundry. If you want to relax, this is a great stop. Spacious spots, some mountain views. A bit of road traffic noise, but still quiet. A Chapel on the grounds and Sunday services offered. Would recommend.
TravelerWe camped here for 1 night in a tent, and it was amazing! The views at sunrise and sunset were beautiful. The spot seems like its in a good spot for weather, too, because we were watching storms in the distance and they kept clearing up before they got to us! The site is completely surrounded by water- there are two areas, one on the water where all the RV's were, and one up top, seperated by trees. The site is pay when you get there , it was $18 for one night (cash only), though it costs less if you have a Montana fishing license. There were lots of yellow headed black birds jumping around the campsite and waterfowl on the water (which was very clear). We saw lots of fish jumping out of the water as well! The lake was a nice warm temperature, and there are cows right by the entrance! It is a 3 mile off-road drive to get there, which our Civic took it just fine. It was absolutelt gorgeous and everything we'd hoped for. I had cell service with Xfinity. There are multiple restrooms well stocked with tp, although no water pump. Each site had a table and fire pit.
TravelerReserved 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.
GuideIt was easy in and easy out with a little bit of wash boarding to get there, but nothing too serious. This is labeled as The Trailer Park on Google maps. This place is great for dirt bikes and off highway vehicles. It’s rideable with a mountain bike and there are some good trails but it’s ideal for e-bikes and dirt bikes. It is noisy in that regard but no big deal. Lots of places to camp here. It’s OK when it rains as the ground is rocky and Sandy. This is close proximity to the Ringing Rocks and to Homestake Lake, which is a great place to take a swim or paddleboard. It’s about 25 minutes to Butte Montana. There are no toilets close by and there is no trash collection so you’ll have to pack in and pack out. You can stay here for 16 days. It’s got great views of the mountains. There are quite a bit of flies and the locusts buzz all day, which may bother some people.
TravelerIt’s $12 a night per campground if you have your Montana’s fishing license, camp spots are right next to the river with easy access.
The campsite comes with a small fire pit and a picnic table there’s also access to restrooms in the warmer seasons.
There are no time restrictions and no gate, first come first served, about 15 spots.
GuideThis was a bit tight pulling our 35 ft fifth wheel, but just be careful with a couple of the turns. The campground roads need some work in spots - there were several potholes as deep as 6-8 inches - enough to jar your teeth out If you're not watching for them.
Sites are very nicely spaced with lots of sunlight and dappled shade. Everyone was pretty quiet and well mannered. I was a bit surprised by how empty this campground was during the week, despite it being summer. Mon-Fri I would say it wasn't more than 30-50% full. It did fill up on the weekends.
Stayed here two weeks in July. You're at 6000ish feet, so the weather is delightful in the summer. Some nice hiking is within walking distance, and Echo Lake is a decent workout from the campground.
There are several pressurized water spigots spaced around the campground, but oddly, they don't have a standard garden hose fitting. I have a 55 gallon bladder I fill and then I use a pump to fill my rig from the bladder. This saves me from having to move the rig to get water. The camp hosts site did have a standard hose fitting and he had no problem letting me fill the bladder several times during my stay.
There is a day use area (Red Bridge) across the street on Georgetown Lake, but there's not much there. Only a couple picnic tables and a boat ramp. No shade. No place to let the dogs swim and play fetch. I recommend going east back up Montana Route 1 a mile or so to the Grassy Point boat launch. Large parking lot with plenty of doggie access to the water for playing and fetching.
All in all, a nice place to spend a couple weeks.
GuideNice location for an overnight rest spot. We had a tent site, close to the road, but traffic wasn’t bad after dark. Site was grassy. No fires allowed for obvious reasons. We were the only tent guests. Most people looked like they were long term RV’rs. IMMACULATE bathrooms and showers with hot water and pressure ! There’s a hot springs nearby, a water slide, golf course and resort hotel/casino. Easy access to I-15. Only drawback I could see was that there was dog poop everywhere. Bags were provided, but apparently people don’t use them :(
Pet-friendly camping near Garrison, Montana offers options for all types of campers across the Little Blackfoot River valley at elevations ranging from 4,300 to 5,000 feet. The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations throughout camping season, with summer daytime temperatures averaging 75-85°F but dropping to 40-50°F overnight. The area's mixed coniferous forests provide habitat for elk, deer, and various bird species that campers might spot during their stay.
Waterfall viewing: Lost Creek State Park Campground features a 50-foot waterfall accessible via a paved 125-yard trail. "Lost Creek State Park has a beautiful canyon setting and a pretty waterfall just a very short hike from your campsite. We stayed in site #14 where was the closest site. We could hear the waterfall from there," notes Judy T.
Fishing opportunities: Local campgrounds provide access to streams and rivers with trout fishing. At Kading Campground, "The little Blackfoot River runs along the campground and is easy to access. If you are in the need for a hike, take the short trail at the end of the campground to the Blackfoot Meadows Trail head. A 5 mile hike (10 round trip) will take you to Blackfoot Meadows and some very good fly fishing," according to reviewer Dexter I.
Historical exploration: Several area campgrounds provide easy access to regional historical sites. Near Indian Creek RV Campground, "Deer lodge has some great museums and Anne tours. The old prison and associated mushrooms are a must stop. Check out the ghost town!" suggests Jennifer H.
Affordability: The Garrison area offers budget-friendly camping options. At Town of Drummond Campground, "Best $10 campsites imaginable. I have always enjoyed able to roll up and there was an available site. Good for traders up to 23ft and even has water and power sites," says Clayton H.
Privacy and spacing: Many campgrounds feature well-spaced sites. At Kading Campground, "Large sites lots of space in between sites too. We had #5 with a short path to the water," notes yvonne K. Similarly, at Racetrack Campground, "This 13 site campground has large roomy sites well spread out from each other. Plenty of level ground to place a tent(s) at every site."
Wildlife viewing: The forested setting allows observation of local animals. At Lost Creek State Park, "The canyon walls rise dramatically around you, and wildlife is abundant - we spotted deer, eagles, and numerous smaller mammals during our stay," shares one reviewer.
Weather preparation: Mountain evenings can be surprisingly cold, even in summer. At Racetrack Campground, one visitor noted, "It got very cold (27°) and flurried while we were there! Super surprised that we had some tmobile service!"
Access considerations: Some campgrounds require navigating unpaved or rough roads. At Elliston Dispersed Camping on Forest Road 314, "Up a forest service road, so four-wheel-drive came in handy. A bit muddy. There are a variety of sites available, some are easier to access than others," reports Ryan Z.
Facilities vary widely: Be prepared for different levels of amenities. "Racetrack campground is a hidden gem of a campground tucked just in side the Forest Service boundary... Each site has a metal fire ring (first sit is a rock ring) and picnic table. Water is provided from a hand pump. No trash service so be prepared."
Game room access: Some campgrounds offer indoor recreation options. At Boulder Creek Lodge, "After we ate, we went down stairs to the game room and played pool, table soccer and checkers for about 4 hours," shares Aaron L. This provides entertainment options during inclement weather.
Kid-friendly sites: Look for campgrounds with play areas and safe water access. At Bernie & Sharons Riverfront RV Park, "The playgrounds are fun for the kiddos and the river walk is super close," reports Samantha S.
Diverse accommodation options: For families seeking alternatives to tent camping, several sites offer cabins. Boulder Creek Lodge "offers rv sites, cabins, teepees and covered wagons," which provides flexibility for families with varying comfort needs.
Site selection: Many campgrounds have limited large sites. At Town of Drummond Campground, "We showed up LATE and left early because we were just passing through. There didn't seem to be designated camping spots but it wasn't bad at all... $10.00 for tents $25 for full hookups."
Electrical capacity: Check amperage before booking if you have high electrical needs. One visitor to Indian Creek RV Campground noted, "Well run, clean campground with lots of pull through sites with full hook ups. Efficiently run. Check in was quick and easy with a golf cart escort to my site."
EV compatibility: Some RV parks accommodate electric vehicles. "We were driving an electric car(Tesla) and were told that we could use the 30 amp to recharge it at no extra costs. At less than 40$ for a site with 30 amp this was a steal compare to what we paid at other campgrounds," reports JP C. about the Town of Drummond Campground.
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