Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Hot Springs, MT

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Hot Springs, Montana (87)

    1. Big Arm State Unit — Flathead Lake State Park

    21 Reviews
    Big Arm, MT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 849-5256

    "Most of the sites are along the water, but seem a little close to one another. Fortunately, the woman at the gate told me about sites T1 and T3."

    "Flathead Lake is a very large wonder of nature and the town of Polson is perfectly situated.  You will not see a more gorgeous mountain range.  "

    2. Wild Horse Hot Springs

    2 Reviews
    Hot Springs, MT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 741-3777

    $30 - $130 / night

    "Great place to soak up in the hot springs. They have a huge variety of separate pools to choose from. $35 for tent spot and $14 per person to soak in their hot spring pools."

    3. National Forest Recreation Area - Peninsula

    10 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    21 miles
    Website

    "There are a couple of pit toilets spaced pretty far apart on this road so unless you get a spot right next to them, it's a bit of a walk. Pretty area, pretty secluded."

    "Click the one a little south east next to the river titled “Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area”. This is the right location. Good spot."

    4. Off The Beaten Path Glampground

    1 Review
    Plains, MT
    13 miles
    +1 (406) 894-5886

    $35 - $130 / night

    5. Muchwater Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    22 miles

    "Pet friendly. Quiet. Plenty of space between you and other campers. A river right by you. What more could you want?"

    "There’s a river nearby that’s great for fishing or swimming. The campgrounds has fire pits ready to go and well maintained. There’s plenty of space between you and your neighbor."

    6. Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 329-3750

    "On the map, it looks like you can enter/exit either way from 135… but the east side of the road to get back onto 135 is impossible… so we just had to turn around and exit the same way we came in (from"

    "Verizon and Atnt had service the whole time, close to Highway, and railroad so not super quite spot. But overall great overnight pullover spot!"

    7. Polson-Flathead Lake KOA

    5 Reviews
    Dixon, MT
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 883-2151

    $10 - $80 / night

    "Nice size RV campground overlooking Flathead Lake."

    "Beautiful spot with great views of Flathead Lake. The RV sites were nice and spacious and level with their own patio and chairs. They also offer cabins and tent sites."

    8. Finley Point Unit — Flathead Lake State Park

    16 Reviews
    Polson, MT
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 887-2715

    "Finley point is a unit of Flathead Lake State Park, and has both tent camping as well as RV camping. There are RV spots practically right on the water, as well as tent spots."

    "It’s about 3 miles of the main road around Flathead lake , nestled in a beautiful lakeside neighborhood."

    9. Clark Fork River

    3 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 329-3750

    "The further you drive on the road the closer you can get to the river! There are some pit toilets too! Absolutely beautiful!"

    10. Lake Mary Ronan State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Proctor, MT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 849-5082

    $14 - $120 / night

    "My wife and I headed to Montana on a whim. We knew it would be difficult to find a campsite just for one night. After, many calls, Dennis had a single night availability."

    "Great campground right on Lake Mary Ronan with full hookups, good sites with tables and fire pits (no fires allowed Aug 2021). "

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Hot Springs, MT

451 Reviews of 87 Hot Springs Campgrounds



Guide to Hot Springs

Discover the perfect spots for pets-allowed camping near Hot Springs, Montana, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Hot Springs

  • At Big Arm State Unit — Flathead Lake State Park, pets are welcome, and you can enjoy scenic walks along the lake while your dog explores the beautiful surroundings.
  • The Muchwater Recreation Area offers plenty of space for your dog to roam and play, with a nearby river perfect for cooling off on warm days.
  • Enjoy hiking and fishing with your pet at the Clark Fork River, where you can find secluded spots to relax and enjoy nature together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include

Tips for camping with dogs near Hot Springs

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Lolo National Forest Recreation Area to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting Muchwater Recreation Area, as there are no drinking water facilities available.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet at Cascade Campground to maintain the natural beauty of the area and keep it enjoyable for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Hot Springs, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Hot Springs, MT is Big Arm State Unit — Flathead Lake State Park with a 4.6-star rating from 21 reviews.

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