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Best Campgrounds near Hamilton, MT

454 Reviews

Hamilton, Montana hosts several developed and primitive campsites along the Bitterroot River and within nearby mountainous terrain. The area supports various camping styles, with established sites like Blodgett Campground offering tent and RV accommodation in a small five-site layout about 6 miles from main roads. Anglers Roost Campground provides river access with full hookup RV sites and cabin rentals directly along the Bitterroot River, while Lost Horse Dispersed Campground represents free primitive camping options on public lands. Black Rabbit RV Park in town caters primarily to recreational vehicles with utility connections and convenient access to Hamilton's services.

Seasonal considerations significantly impact campground availability, with many sites operating only between May and September. Lake Como Campground runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day, while Charles Waters Campground maintains a longer season from May through November. Several campgrounds remain open year-round, including Black Bear and Blodgett. Road access varies throughout the region, with dispersed sites typically requiring more rugged driving conditions. Visitors noted access challenges at some locations - "Only five sites so come early to this free Campground. You're allowed to stay 14 days," one camper mentioned about Blodgett Campground.

River access represents a significant draw for many campers in the region. The Bitterroot River provides fishing opportunities directly from several campgrounds, with Anglers Roost offering designated riverfront sites. A visitor remarked, "This site has the cleanest and most amazing campground bathroom I've ever seen... Site 15 is right on the river." Campers seeking quieter experiences can find more isolated options in forest settings away from developed areas. Facilities range from primitive sites with vault toilets to full-service campgrounds with showers, laundry, and hookups. Cell service varies throughout the area, with better connectivity at locations closer to Hamilton and limited or no service in more remote mountain campgrounds. Wildlife viewing opportunities and hiking trails complement many camping locations, particularly at Blodgett where trails start directly from the campground.

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Best Camping Sites Near Hamilton, Montana (134)

    1. Blodgett Campground

    8 Reviews
    Hamilton, MT
    4 miles
    Website

    "Right next to river with hiking trail. Good fishing for small trout. About 6 miles from main road."

    "Easy Bitteroot hike and spectacular views all around and in the valley of where your hiking! Very common and popular hike so be prepared to see lots of people!"

    2. Anglers Roost Campground

    10 Reviews
    Hamilton, MT
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 363-1268

    "It’s on the Bitterroot River with the Bitterroot Mtns behind you and the Sapphire in front. The spaces are on the grass with full hook ups."

    "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."

    3. Black Rabbit RV

    7 Reviews
    Hamilton, MT
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (406) 363-3744

    "Nice little park in Hamilton. If you were wondering why its called "Black Rabbit" RV park, take a look at some of the photos below. Contactless check-in if you don't arrive during business hours."

    4. Lake Como Campground

    10 Reviews
    Darby, MT
    14 miles
    Website

    $13 - $25 / night

    "This was one of the best places to stay in Montana, electricity and water was a plus, great sites, lake was pristine!"

    "I love it everytime I get leave from the navy I go back home and hike and camp everywhere and I haven't hiked any mountain range like the ones in Montana"

    5. Angler's Roost On the Bitterroot River

    3 Reviews
    Hamilton, MT
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 363-1268

    "The campground had access to water and trash. Gas station and store on site. The hosts were very kind and welcoming."

    6. Lost Horse Dispersed Campground

    5 Reviews
    Darby, MT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 363-7100

    "Wonderful location near the river. Not too many people"

    7. Charles Waters Campground

    19 Reviews
    Florence, MT
    22 miles
    Website

    "Traveling south in Montana and found this lovely little place. Trees, meadows and solitude. Just the way I like it"

    "I like the sites on the far side of the loop as they are closer to the creek and away from the dusty road."

    8. Black Bear Campground

    4 Reviews
    Hamilton, MT
    13 miles
    Website

    "You have access to the creek with most sites(look for the trail in the back of your site). Bugs can be an issue in season, so keep that in mind. "

    "We arrived here around 6:00 on a Friday night in June and plenty of spots were still available. The sites feel very private."

    9. Three Frogs Campground

    5 Reviews
    Darby, MT
    14 miles
    Website

    $8 - $15 / night

    "Water point is by the paved hiking trail at the campground entrance. Two hosts on site that clean and stock the 4 toilets daily. The beach is a short walk away."

    "Walk to Lake Como, campfires, canoes, excellent beach and boating."

    10. Travellers Rest Cabins & RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Darby, MT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 821-3282

    "Its very close to the city. So you can walk and leave your camper on the ground."

    "Also really great access to the bitterroot valley if you’re into hikin and river activities. Everyone’s really friendly and it’s a good place to crash when you’re out on the road."

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  • David M.
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Warm Springs Campground

    Small and quiet

    Been coming here for over 50 years. Good for tents, and RVs UNDER 30ft. Some areas overgrown where you used to be able to put tents. Pit toilets well maintained. Dumpsters for trash. The one site with power is for a campground host. Recently has had some sites made a little larger. Not much room for more than 1 vehicle per site. Ample extra parking at picnic area.  Has some problems with horse-flies, that bite in July.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Lolo Hot Springs Campground

    Spot for a quick stay

    Water and electricity hook up only. Bring a portable RV waste tank to the pump out station. Or walk to the bathroom /showers. Tent sites are also available. Restaurant / Bar / hot Springs pool is across the road. Spacious.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Lolo Hot Springs RV Park & Campground

    Great campground in the mountains

    Best spot with 50 amps I could find! We pulled up and was surprised by how serene the setting was, beautiful creek, awesome big rocks and of course the hot springs across the street. We ended up not even going to the hot springs, there was lots to do! If you get a spot right on the creek it would be super nice, it’s very quiet here and you can hear the water. Definitely recommend.

  • Barbara P.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Spring Gulch

    BED BUGS

    I believe Cabin 1409 is infested with BED BUGS! After a short stay in this cabin (7/28-7/30) I came home with 80+ bug bites that I'm certain were from BED BUGS. A dozen of them were on my eyelid! My dermatologist gave me a high strength dosage of prednisone to combat the swelling and itching. We promptly advised the property manager, who was sympathetic, but once our claim for damages (mostly items we had to throw out due to contamination) reached the insurance company, the process stalled. It's been over 3 weeks and the insurance adjuster has yet to provide an update or feedback on our claim. I wish I had posted this earlier, as I wonder if the cabin that Michael M complained about in his Aug. 4 YELP review was the very same cabin. I had hoped our conversations with the property manager would have prevented additional folks from the same fate. I also wish I had read a few earlier reviews that warned of BED BUGS. I continue to fear an infestation in my home, in the event we brought home nymphs or eggs or the bugs themselves. I'm constantly vacuuming and looking under seat cushions and my mattress. I now dry all my laundry on high for 60 minutes, knowing it's damaging my clothes, but also knowing it's the best way to kill the bugs and their eggs- which can go dormant and survive for a year without biting again. Zero stars. Choose to stay elsewhere!

  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Blodgett Campground

    Awesome if You’re Lucky

    Pulled in to find an empty spot, host said they left about 15 minutes prior so hallelujah. 5 sites but spread out enough. Free which rocks and actually have decent cell(Verizon) Good launch point for a few hikes. Host is a cool guy, very knowledgeable of the area.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Missoula KOA Holiday

    Better options available

    I would not stay here again. We are in our RV camping as a family approximately 70 days a year. Not a ton but enough that we’ve got some experience. We stayed in campground in 46 of the 50 states. This KOA price rivals Key West, on the beach in the Florida panhandle, glacier national park koa at peak summer and posh resorts of the south east with elaborate water parks, lazy rivers and margarita delivery daily. This camp ground does not have the bells and whistles to justify this price. We paid for a deluxe extra wide site. We have a 27ft Class C with a drivers side slide. Not a tiny RV but by no means large. When being directed to our site I was asked to move over so our tires weren’t near the grass. They were near the grass on both sides. I indicated if I moved over my slide wouldn’t open all the way due to the power box. I was nonetheless asked to move. So I did. And here we are with the slide 4 inches from going out all the way and bugs having free rein to enter thru the now non sealed siding. If that were all I might just move on… but kids are $10 extra per night?!? On top of the already $130 campsite fee. So many KOA’s don’t charge extra for kids - we come here because we have kids… who else would come to a KOA?!? Don’t charge extra per kid! I’m in now in excess of $160 for one night for a uneven gravel site, under a glaringly bright white street light making it nearly daylight inside the motorhome, attracting bugs to a slide that isn’t sealed because the site isn’t wide enough to open … and being charged extra. My first ever negative review at those level. Just so so sad. I’d stay at the Glacier, Jim & Mary’s etc. we tried this one because the pool was open late but… not worth 2-3x the price of nicer campground nearby

    Ps - online when we booked it said “last site” hurry book now in essence. Alas… there are multiple campsites empty on both sides. Front and back are full but the ones.. not under the light… are empty….

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Blue Mountain Forest Rd 365 - Dispersed

    Interesting spot

    Road is absolutely clapped out going up for like ten miles. Wouldn’t recommend a rv or trailer unless you don’t mind washboards. I got a flat tire going up so be careful of sharp rocks. The pin is at just a pull off on the side of the road. Drive another mile or so until a corner then take a trail on the side. (Only in a truck). Awesome sunset spot and no one bothered me

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Rock Creek Dry Campsites

    Best secluded spots

    Gorgeous area deep back on rock creek. Probably 10 plus miles. Pass campgrounds with toilets. Individual campsites with fire rings and access to great fishing.

  • Jeff C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Beavertail Hill State Park Campground

    Thieves and vandals

    The campground hosts accessed my RV and plugged my toilet 3 times with something filled with maggots and left lice on my furniture. I fought maggots crawling out of my toilet for over a week. I returned a few weeks later to try to stay again and the campground host pointed his ATV at my vehicle and I had to slam on my brakes. He said no check ins, before I had any chance to ask any questions.

Guide to Hamilton

Camping near Hamilton, Montana, offers a mix of stunning scenery and peaceful retreats. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot by a creek or a more social campground, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful area.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the many trails around the campgrounds. One camper mentioned, “There are tons of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and driving” at Charles Waters Campground.
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, you might want to check out Chief Looking Glass Campground. A reviewer noted, “Good fishing, can float the river from Florence bridge to camp.”
  • Relaxing by the water: Many campgrounds are near rivers or lakes. One visitor at Lake Como Campground said, “After a long day on the lake, it's nice to have a cozy spot to come back to.”

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms. A reviewer at Lee Creek Campground remarked, “The pit toilets were some of the cleanest I’ve encountered.”
  • Privacy: Many campgrounds offer spacious sites. One camper at Blodgett Campground said, “Clean sites, vault toilet, BEAUTIFUL granite mountains on both sides.”
  • Quiet atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peacefulness of the area. A visitor at Indian Trees Campground shared, “Very quiet. Nice host.”

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Charles Waters Campground, don’t have electric hookups or showers. A camper noted, “NO showers, toilets, trash, NO water hookups.”
  • Seasonal access: Many campgrounds are only open during certain months. For example, Lolo Creek Campground is open from Memorial Day to September 30.
  • Mosquitoes in summer: Be prepared for bugs, especially at Chief Looking Glass Campground. One camper warned, “As soon as you drive up, those mosquitoes are licking their chops for your flesh.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. A reviewer at Anglers Roost Campground mentioned, “They had activities over the weekend—music over the weekend.”
  • Pack games and activities: Bring along games to keep everyone entertained. One camper at Yellowrock Campground noted, “They have a lot of games like golf, cornhole, and a frisbee course.”
  • Plan for quiet time: Make sure to have downtime. A visitor at Lake Como Campground said, “Quiet and pleasant stay.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Some campgrounds have size restrictions. A camper at Powell Campground mentioned, “The RV sites are level and have lots of shade and privacy.”
  • Be aware of road noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads. A reviewer at Lee Creek Campground noted, “Small campground, right off highway, fair amount of road noise.”
  • Reserve early: Popular spots fill up quickly. A camper at Blodgett Campground advised, “Only five sites so come early to this free Campground.”

Camping around Hamilton, MT, offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature to family-friendly activities. Whether you’re in a tent or an RV, there’s a spot waiting for you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds near Hamilton, Montana?

Hamilton offers several excellent camping options surrounded by Montana's stunning Bitterroot Mountain views. Gird Point Campground in the Bitterroot National Forest stands out for its gorgeous scenery and elevated location with mountain views. For a riverside experience, Chief Looking Glass Campground offers relaxing spots adjacent to the water with basic amenities including pit toilets and a water pump near the entrance. Other notable options include Blodgett Campground with drive-in access and facilities like water and toilets, and Lost Horse Dispersed Campground for those seeking a more primitive, free camping experience. Most campgrounds in the area are seasonal, typically open from late spring through early fall, with the best availability on weekdays.

What RV parks are available in Hamilton, Montana?

Black Rabbit RV is a well-regarded option in Hamilton, situated along the river with unique amenities including a designated area with chairs and a fire pit by the water. The park offers contactless check-in outside of business hours for convenience. Another excellent choice is Anglers Roost Campground, which features full hookup sites on grass with the Bitterroot River and mountains as your backdrop. The campground includes a small store for groceries and propane sales, with dark night skies perfect for stargazing. For those willing to venture slightly beyond Hamilton, Sula Country Store and Resort offers shower and laundry facilities, while Travellers Rest Cabins & RV Park near Darby provides reservable sites with water and toilet facilities.

Is Lee Creek Campground a good option when camping near Hamilton, Montana?

While the reviews don't specifically mention Lee Creek Campground, there are several excellent alternatives in the Hamilton area. Powell Campground just over the Montana border on Highway 12 is a beautiful option alongside the Lochsa River with two loops of campsites for both tents and RVs, including electrical hookups that can accommodate up to 45-foot campers. The campground also features an amphitheater and large group sites. For those seeking other options near Hamilton, Beavertail Hill State Park Campground offers a picturesque setting surrounded by mountains with a small river running beside it and short hiking trails throughout the area. Both provide scenic alternatives if Lee Creek doesn't meet your needs.

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