3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin camping near Virginia City, MT ranges from rustic lookout-style structures to campground cabins with full electric hookups and basic furnishings. Rambling Moose Campground offers well-maintained cabin rentals with electricity and basic furnishings, while Axolotl Cabin features a more remote experience in an elevated lookout-style structure. Most cabin sites include picnic tables and fire rings, with full electric hookups available at locations like Ruby Valley Campground and Madison Valley Campground. Bathroom facilities range from shared campground restrooms to private outhouses depending on the cabin's location. "Cute, clean cabin. Sleeps four, a bunk bed and two more beds in a loft. Creek was running in winter, can hear it at night with the window open a crack."
Reservations are essential for most cabin accommodations, particularly during summer months when Virginia City attracts the most visitors. Ruby Valley Campground and RV Park offers family-sized cabins with proximity to historic sites, operating year-round with full amenities. Southside RV Park in nearby Dillon includes pet-friendly cabin options with level sites. Lake Shore Lodge provides lakefront cabins with boat access on Ennis Lake, offering a mix of rustic and more equipped options. A visitor noted, "We stayed at Lake Shore Lodge Campground while visiting my parents in Ennis. The campground is very peaceful and appears to have a lot of seasonal residents."
Most cabin rentals provide bed frames but require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties, with some offering only outdoor cooking areas while others include small refrigerators and microwaves. Rambling Moose Campground maintains a small on-site store with ice, basic groceries, and camping supplies. Visitors should check specific cabin listings for amenity details as furnishing levels differ considerably. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, many visitors appreciate the cabin options that allow proximity to Virginia City's historic attractions while providing more comfort than tent camping.
"Lovely campground, maintained, super nice and attentive owners.. we got the overview of Virginia City and a local mine. Had a great time there."
"Great hosts, Full hookups, lots of space & Beautiful views. Rode our bikes to Virginia City -lots of fun!"
from $72 / night
"With no need for hookups, we paid a mere $28 for a roomu site adjacent to the water. My wife appreciated that the restrooms and shower are a short walk and I love the serenity and space."
"Clean showers. Plenty of space on the CG."
from $35 - $55 / night
"It is a small site on the edge of town. It is well maintained meeting all our needs. Laundry room and bathrooms are very clean. They even provide a complimentary towel and bath mat."
"Small campground tucked away in town. Walking distance to the cute center of town. Clean —and convenient."
from $30 - $50 / night
"I have not had the pleasure of renting the cabin, but I have seen it while riding in the area. It's a lookout cabin; so it stands high on stilts to watch for fires."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $75 / night
"And the view of the mountains behind are stunning. I dont agree with having to pay extra to shower here after paying $80 to hook up at the location."
Available this weekend
"The layout of this state park was somewhat unusual: there are five loops within one larger loop with 32 sites plus seven additional pull-through sites on the outside of the loop."
"We booked this campground when we arrived at the State Park, no problem. The road circles the campground."
Available this weekend
from $8 - $70 / night
"We stayed at Lake Shore Lodge Campground while visiting my parents in Ennis."
from $40 / night
"Not much road noise at all, well kept grassy areas for tents, fire pits and picnic tables. The showers and bathrooms are generally well kept. Wish the WiFi worked better, but it’s camping."
"Nice dog park across the street, sites are a little tight but its perfect for a couple night stay. Awesome that its only 35 miles to Big Sky and its a gorgeous drive."
from $45 - $100 / night
"There isn't much in this corner of the world that isn't nearby."
"Nice laundry and clean bathrooms ans showers. The owner, Janet is always working to make it comfortable. She takes each guest to their site, personally."
GuideWhat a beautiful campground! Site 13 was a roadside site rather than a back in, which made arrival easy. We really enjoyed the loop trail across the river, it was a great way to stretch our legs in spite of the heavy rain earlier that day. This place felt like a hidden gem.
TravelerWe camped one night in a tent in site #12. Luckily it was a cool evening because the scent of the vault toilet wafted over our site off and on. Can't imagine being here on a hot humid day in the summer. I'm sure this campground is fine for overnight if you are self contained in an RV. Good if you don't want to be too far off the Interstate but also don't want the traffic noise.
GuideWe are here in October and we are getting snow I love it. Only 3 other campers here. .the dogs just run. Getting about 6 inches of snow. Going to hike some trails tomorrow. We have AT&T and there is cell service but we also have Starlink. No water this time of year and there is only 1 pit toilet...across the campground. It would not be a place I would stay in summer....no trees I'm not a fan of seeing all the campers. Looks like pretty decent gravel sites. We do have electric. The rangers are very nice.
GuideIt’s the perfect spot near the water stream and a beautiful view
ScoutThe camp has changed names to Clark’s Den. It is a small site on the edge of town. It is well maintained meeting all our needs. Laundry room and bathrooms are very clean. They even provide a complimentary towel and bath mat. Owner was very nice and accommodating. Surprisingly quite. I would recommend if you are touring the area. It would be a good home base.
LegendWhat’s not to like? A beautiful RV Park and admission to the hot springs next door is included for day of arrival and all the next day (out day of departure). They have live music tomorrow evening at the hot springs which sadly we’ll miss. Plus Bozeman is just a short drive away. We loved spending the day browsing and dining in downtown Bozeman.
TravelerCheck in was easy and staff was friendly. We had to move sites mid stay and every site has nice views. Pads were level and lots of space and privacy. Nice litter store with nice clean laundry facilities. Just a few miles outside of town.
ScoutWe booked 5 hours before we arrived and were told that hotsprings were open until sun set; 7:56 pm, however just after 6 pm staff started to boot people out anf they were closed before 7pm. When it was brought up to Anthony who claimed to be the manager on 5 Sept he could care less, partly due to the fact he was late opening and "no one was going to hold him accountable"! He further stated that he did not care that military members booked because after driving all day we needed to soak. Stating it was his "call" and none of us would get any funds returnd.
TravelerI thoroughly enjoyed this stay. The spot was level and well maintained, laundry facilities clean, check in personnel very nice and helpful. The best part was the Hot Springs next door. I went both nights and the second night there was live music which was wonderful. They provide towels, showers and have shampoo and conditioner available at the springs. And the outside lighting was very relaxing. I will definitely be back.
Cabin camping options near Virginia City, Montana offer varying levels of amenities in the heart of Montana's historic mining region. Located in Madison County at approximately 5,761 feet elevation, the area experiences cool mountain nights even in summer months. Most cabins sit within a 20-mile radius of Virginia City, with access to fishing on the Madison and Ruby rivers.
Historic mining tours: Visitors staying at cabins near Virginia City can explore abandoned mining sites. A guest at Rambling Moose Campground noted, "Hosts friendly and accommodating. Had spot away from highway," and mentioned receiving "the overview of Virginia City and a local mine."
Lake activities: For water recreation during cabin stays, Lake Shore Lodge provides direct lake access. "The campground is situated right on the northern shore of Ennis Lake and has a boat launch ramp for those looking to fish," reports one camper.
Cavern exploration: Cabin guests often take day trips to nearby natural wonders. At Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, "With a short walk up and into the mountain you can tour the caverns," explains a visitor. The park offers both camping and cave tours, with another reviewer noting, "Did you know you can print out a packet for your little ones to become Cub Rangers at this State Park?"
Hot springs access: Some cabin accommodations include thermal soaking options. At Bozeman Hot Springs Campground, "Campers are given bracelets for access to use the Hot Springs 12 pools which are... incredible. The indoor and outdoor pools vary in temperature from 106-56 degrees, with most comfortable temps."
Walkable towns: Convenient location to small towns makes cabin camping appealing. One camper at Madison Valley Campground appreciated the "small campground tucked away in town. Walking distance to the cute center of town. Clean and convenient."
Outdoor cooking amenities: Many cabin sites include cooking facilities. "Each site had lush grass and we were next door to the hot springs," notes a Bozeman Hot Springs guest, adding that "the fire rings are pretty great!" Most cabin sites feature designated cooking areas even when indoor cooking facilities aren't available.
Seasonal considerations: Most cabin rentals near Virginia City operate primarily from May through September. Winter cabin options are limited but available at select locations with appropriate heating systems.
Reservation requirements: Advance booking is strongly recommended. A visitor to Southside RV Park advised, "Get reservations to assure a site. Pull throughs or backins." Some facilities require minimum stay requirements during peak summer months.
Furnishing variations: Cabin furnishings differ widely between properties. A Rambling Moose Campground guest observed they have "a couple small cabins that they rent out," while another noted the "awesome little gift shop where you can get shirts, stickers, gourmet popcorn, ice, ice cream."
Playground availability: Several cabin camping areas include play structures. At Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, families appreciate that "the playground was nice for the kids. There aren't many trees and the land is flat but we were able to really keep a decent eye of the kids running around because of it."
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