Top Glamping near Lewis and Clark National Forest

Join the fun near Lewis and Clark National Forest. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Lewis and Clark National Forest, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Glamping Sites Near Lewis and Clark National Forest, MT (17)

    Camper-submitted photo from Great Falls KOA
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    1. Great Falls KOA

    17 Reviews
    81 Photos
    46 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground

    2. Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground

    15 Reviews
    22 Photos
    32 Saves

    Overview

    Holter Lake Campground is situated on the picturesque Holter Lake in west central Montana. The site is located approximately 45 miles north of Helena, Montana, along the Missouri River. The area offers stunning views of the Sleeping Giant Wilderness Study Area. Gates of the Mountains Historic Site is in close proximity of the campground, which is accessible via a watercraft. The area is overflowing with outdoor adventure opportunities. Whether you're into fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, hiking, boating, water skiing, or all of the above, all of these activities are in close proximity to Holter Lake Campground. There is surely an activity for everyone!__

    Recreation

    Holter Lake Campground offers excellent recreational opportunities. Activities in the area include camping, boating (motorized and non-motorized), fishing, water skiing, hiking, scenic/wildlife photography, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. There are trails within the general vicinity, as well as multiple fishing access sites and hunting access points. The recreation opportunities in the area are truly boundless.

    Facilities

    Holter Lake Campground offers excellent recreational opportunities. Activities in the area include camping, boating (motorized and non-motorized), fishing, water skiing, hiking, scenic/wildlife photography, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. There are trails within the general vicinity, as well as multiple fishing access sites and hunting access points. The recreation opportunities in the area are truly boundless.

    Natural Features

    Every campsite has a view of the lake and mountains. The campground and day-use area has poplar and green ash trees throughout the campground, which provide shade during the height of the summer. The site is situated in a shrub-steppe landscape, mostly comprised of sage brush and bunch grasses. The campground is surrounded by sparsely wooded hills.

    Nearby Attractions

    Holter Lake Campground is located in a prime location to get out and recreate outdoors. There is access to public lands, where multiple recreation opportunities and experiences are available. The campground is adjacent to the Missouri River, which was also the historical travel corridor for The Lewis and Clark Trail. Holter Lake Campground is situated between Helena and Great Falls.__ In Helena, there are great restaurants, museums, the capitol building, old mining settlements, Last Chance Gulch, Reeder's Alley, and a vibrant downtown area. In or near Great Falls, there is the First People's Buffalo Jump and Interpretive Center, Charlie Russell museum, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Giant Springs Fish Hatchery and State Park, and Tower Rock State Park. The Continental Divide Trail is nearby.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Reservation Cancellations & Changes ___ Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window ___ Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. The recreation.gov cancellation policy can be found here: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Logging Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Logging Creek
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    Camper-submitted photo from Logging Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Logging Creek
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    3. Logging Creek

    8 Reviews
    10 Photos
    66 Saves

    4500-foot elevation. 25 campsites along Logging Creek, which is more scenic than its name implies. Fishing for brook and rainbow trout in the creek. Trailhead for the Deep Creek National Recreation Trail, which explores the nearby mountains with a network of loop trails, about 5 miles south of the campground. All 28 sites within the campground are accessible. Bears may frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers and remove all food from area after eating. Mandatory food storage is required.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Pelican Point Fishing Access Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Pelican Point Fishing Access Site
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    5. Vigilante Campground

    6 Reviews
    11 Photos
    51 Saves

    Vigilante Campground is located approximately 24 miles northeast of Helena in the Big Belt Mountains. To access the campground travel northeast of Helena on Highway #280, across the Missouri River to the small community of York. At York continue driving straight on Road #4 to the campground. This 7 acre campground provides access to the Hanging Valley National Recreation Trail and the scenic Trout Creek Canyon Trail.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    Camper-submitted photo from Log Gulch Recreation Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Log Gulch Recreation Site
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    Camper-submitted photo from Log Gulch Recreation Site
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    Camper-submitted photo from Log Gulch Recreation Site

    6. Log Gulch Recreation Site

    4 Reviews
    36 Photos
    37 Saves

    Overview

    Log Gulch Campground is situated on the picturesque Holter Lake in west central Montana. All sites are reservation only. The site is located approximately 45 miles north of Helena, Montana, and 60 miles south of Great Falls, Montana, along the Missouri River. The area offers stunning views of the Sleeping Giant Wilderness Study Area. Gates of the Mountains Historic Site is in close proximity to the campground, which is accessible via watercraft. The area is overflowing with outdoor adventure opportunities. Whether you're into fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, hiking, boating, water skiing, or all of the above, all of these activities are in close proximity to Log Gulch Campground. There is surely an activity for everyone!

    Recreation

    Log Gulch Campground offers excellent recreational opportunities. Activities in the area include camping, boating (motorized and non-motorized), fishing, water skiing, hiking, scenic/wildlife photography, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. There are trails within the general vicinity, as well as multiple fishing access sites and hunting access points. The recreation opportunities in the area are truly boundless.

    Facilities

    Log Gulch Campground offers excellent recreational opportunities. Activities in the area include camping, boating (motorized and non-motorized), fishing, water skiing, hiking, scenic/wildlife photography, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. There are trails within the general vicinity, as well as multiple fishing access sites and hunting access points. The recreation opportunities in the area are truly boundless.

    Natural Features

    Every campsite is in close proximity to the lake and mountains. The campground and day-use area have poplar and green ash trees throughout the campground, which provide shade during the height of the summer. The site is situated in a shrub-steppe landscape, mostly comprised of ponderosa pine and bunch grasses. The campground is surrounded by sparsely wooded hills.

    Nearby Attractions

    Log Gulch Campground is located in a prime location to get out and recreate outdoors. There is access to public lands, where multiple recreation opportunities and experiences are available. The campground is adjacent to the Missouri River, which was also the historical travel corridor for The Lewis and Clark Trail. Log Gulch Campground is situated between Helena and Great Falls.____ In Helena, there are great restaurants, museums, the capitol building, old mining settlements, Last Chance Gulch, Reeder's Alley, and a vibrant downtown area. In or near Great Falls, there is the First People's Buffalo Jump and Interpretive Center, Charlie Russell Museum, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Giant Springs Fish Hatchery and State Park, and Tower Rock State Park. The Continental Divide Trail is nearby.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Reservation Cancellations & Changes ___ Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). ___ The $8 reservation fee is non-refundable. ___ Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window ___ Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. The recreation.gov cancellation policy can be found here: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Jumping Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Jumping Creek Campground
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    7. Jumping Creek Campground

    6 Reviews
    28 Photos
    34 Saves

    Jumping Creek Campground sits at an elevation of 5800 feet along US Highway 89 in the Little Belt Mountains 22 miles north of White Sulphur Springs. The 10 campsites are along Sheep Creek, which offers opportunity for fishing for brook and rainbow trout. The campground has multiple slots which can accommodate long trailers, up to a maximum length of 45 feet. Jumping Creek Campground is usually open late May through October. Nearby historic logging roads provide motorized access to the Smoky Mountain area. To the east on US Highway 89 is the trailhead to a scenic ATV trail which climbs Mizpah Peak. Please see Little Belt Mountains Motor Vehicle Use Map for location and closure dates.All campgrounds on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest are first-come, first-served. Reservations are not available. Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days in one location. A campground fee is required. Please pay at the self-serve campground fee station. Campsites cannot be reserved by simply paying for the site; camper must be present. A food storage order is in effect from March 1st to December 1st to prevent human-bear conflicts on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. Store all unattended food and attractants properly. Please see Food Storage Order for specifics. Open and close dates can vary depending on snowfall conditions. Please call the local district office or check our website. Leashed dogs are welcome. Horses are not allowed in campgrounds. Motorized OHVs must stay on the campground road. The campgrounds include access to potable water during the warmer months, and all have at least one handicap accessible vault toilet. Each campsite has a fire ring and/or grill, and a picnic table. Even if water is unavailable, campground fees are still required.

    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Tent Cabin
    • Glamping
    Camper-submitted photo from Newlan Creek Reservoir
    Camper-submitted photo from Newlan Creek Reservoir
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    8. Newlan Creek Reservoir

    6 Reviews
    49 Photos
    34 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $12 - $18 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Fish Hawk Campground
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    9. Fish Hawk Campground

    4 Reviews
    22 Photos
    62 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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      10. Helena North KOA

      3 Reviews
      15 Saves

      Whether you're exploring the Rocky Mountain beauty of Montana or you're on a longer journey traveling throughout the West, the new Helena North KOA provides a convenient base camp. It lies just half a mile off I-15, with plenty of Pull-Thru RV sites for larger rigs. All RV sites have 30 or 50 amp service, along with a patio area and picnic table. In Helena, Montana's state capital, you can hop aboard the Last Chance Tour Train for an engaging open-air ride around the capitol grounds, through the mansion district and past a restored miner's village. About 10 miles north, boat tours take visitors up the Missouri River through a canyon of towering limestone walls - a historic route traveled by Lewis and Clark, who dubbed it the Gates of the Mountains. You'll find other spectacular mountain scenery to the north and south; Helena lies midway between Glacier and Yellowstone national parks.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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    95 Reviews of 17 Lewis and Clark National Forest Campgrounds


    • Camper-submitted photo from Great Falls KOA
      October 9, 2024

      Great Falls KOA

      Wooded Area and Open Area and Fun

      KOA 8/24: The area we stayed in is for medium sized rigs or smaller. It was wooded and very nice for a KOA. The larger spaces are in a newer and less shady portion of the campground.
      FUN POOL PARK, PLAYGROUND, PETTING ZOO, SHORT TRAIL. GREAT ICE CREAM

      (72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)

      Overall Rating: 4 Security: No locked gate Usage during visit: pretty full on weekends Visual Privacy Between Adjacent Sites: no Site Spacing: close Pad surface: blacktop Reservations: yes Campground Noise: Fairly quiet Outside Road Noise: no Through Traffic in campground: no Electric Hookup: yes Sewer Hookup: yes Dump Station: yes Potable Water Available: At site Bathroom: very nice Showers: yes / nice Pull Throughs: most all Cell Service (AT&T): fine Recent Weather: very hot Insects: none Host: staff Rig Size: large

    • Camper-submitted photo from Helena North KOA
      September 16, 2024

      Helena North KOA

      Typical KOA but not ADA or electric car friendly

      This is a typical KOA. First the good: Friendly helpful staff until their gone at closing time. Little mini store with a few essentials. Clean bathrooms and showers and clean laundry room with several washers/dryers.$2.00 per load to wash. Can't remember how much to dry. Very cool pinball machine that costs 25 cents per game. Fun fun fun! Another bathroom/shower in middle of park but I never looked inside that one. 65 sites that most have full hook-up and pull-through. A few cool tent sites with gas BBQs. Some cool looking cabins but I never looked inside one. I'm here on 8/24/2024 and RV park is sold out except 3 pull-through sites. All tent sites were full. I don't know about the cabins. Cool playground for kids and large mostly gravel dog run. Edit added: AT&T has 5G and three bars. KOA has wifi but slow slow slow I got 3MPS so instead of KOA wifi I used my iPhone Personal Hotspot that worked great. THE BAD(and reason for only 3 stars): All gravel roads and sites throughout the park. Very close together. Some sites have a very narrow strip of grass. Some of the picknick tables need to be re-painted. Unfortunately while eating breakfast you could be 2 feet away from the next RV dumping their sewer. P.U. The luxury sites don't have that problem. They are at the end of each row and only have a neighbor on the drivers side. I think well worth the extra 17 bucks. Not ADA friendly. Very hard for someone with a walker to get around because of gravel roads/sites. Someone with a wheel chair near impossible. Has a nice handicap shower in main office building. Only problem is that once I take my walker in with me it's very tight and no room to move around. Not EV car friendly. There is a$250 fine and eviction if you plug in your car. The person at the front desk told me the$250 fine and eviction is because EVs overload the outdated system and cause a fire. This KOA is an older one and was wired before EVs. Each individual site has its own 30 amp and 50 amp circuit breaker. Some trees but few and far between. No pool or hot tub. Final thoughts: Make reservations well in advance if you can. This KOA is the best game in town and is mostly sold out in summer. I think(sorry I don't know for sure) there is only one other RV park in town and from what I can tell, it is a much older one. I would proceed with caution before I booked it. Good traveling. See you on the road.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground
      September 9, 2024

      Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground

      Basic RV and tent camping with great access to the lake

      We weren’t able to reserve a site but plenty of ff first come sites. Most sites are large that will accommodate a camper and boat trailer. All are back in.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Helena North KOA
      August 26, 2024

      Helena North KOA

      Typical KOA, all gravel, not ADA or electric car friendly

      This is a typical KOA.  First the good:

      Friendly helpful staff until their gone at closing time.  Little mini store with a few essentials.  

      Clean bathrooms and showers and clean laundry room with several washers/dryers.  $2.00 per load to wash.  Can't remember how much to dry.  Very cool pinball machine that costs 25 cents per game.  Fun fun fun!  Another bathroom/shower in middle of park but I never looked inside that one.

      65 sites that most have full hook-up and pull-through.  A few cool tent sites with gas BBQs.  Some cool looking cabins but I never looked inside one.  I'm here on 8/24/2024 and RV park is sold out except 3 pull-through sites.  All tent sites were full.  I don't know about the cabins.

      Cool playground for kids and large mostly gravel dog run.

      Edit added:  AT&T has 5G and three bars.  KOA has wifi but slow slow slow I got 3MPS so instead of KOA wifi I used my iPhone Personal Hotspot that worked great.

      THE BAD (and reason for only 3 stars):

      All gravel roads and sites throughout the park.  Very close together.  Some sites have a very narrow strip of grass.  Some of the picknick tables need to be re-painted.  Unfortunately while eating breakfast you could be 2 feet away from the next RV dumping their sewer.  P.U.  The luxury sites don't have that problem.  They are at the end of each row and only have a neighbor on the drivers side.  I think well worth the extra 17 bucks.

      Not ADA friendly.  Very hard for someone with a walker to get around because of gravel roads/sites.  Someone with a wheel chair near impossible.  Has a nice handicap shower in main office building.  Only problem is that once I take my walker in with me it's very tight and no room to move around.

      Not EV car friendly.  There is a $250 fine and eviction if you plug in your car.  The person at the front desk told me the $250 fine and eviction is because EVs overload the outdated system and cause a fire.  This KOA is an older one and was wired before EVs.    Each individual site has its own 30 amp and 50 amp circuit breaker.

      Some trees but few and far between.  No pool or hot tub.

      Final thoughts:  Make reservations well in advance if you can.  This KOA is the best game in town and is mostly sold out in summer.   I think (sorry I don't know for sure) there is only one other RV park in town and from what I can tell, it is a much older one. I would proceed with caution before I booked it.  Good traveling.  See you on the road.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Silos Campground
      August 2, 2024

      Silos Campground

      Bloody awful apocalyptic site

      Maybe one acceptable loop, perhaps mostly for boaters.  But there are 3 other loops: nothing is labeled, so good luck in finding your spot.  The Manager site is not labeled either, and she was of no help.  Dry, hard ground, no trees, nothing that might make a visit enjoyable.  No drinking water; arid, depressing; i kept waiting for the undead to come over the horizon.

      Pretty Lake, though.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Helena North KOA
      July 30, 2024

      Helena North KOA

      Great!

      Only spent one night, but level sites, full hook ups, showers and laundry clean. An area to play games and we didn’t have our dogs this time but the dog zone looked good and clean.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground
      July 28, 2024

      Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground

      Great week day but packed on weekend

       A lot of water stations.  The boat dock parking area allowed camping along the perimeter. A few paved walking paths near the beach area.   The narrow paved roads made life interesting. The fish cleaning station is closed due to vandalism.  Our first day was 105F which made the lake more inviting.  Evening low of 76F.  No pets on the fairly small swim beach.  All other water access has large rocks for erosion mitigation.

      Our Saturday departure was delayed by FWP boat inspection at the entrance and a long line was inbound to Holter Lake.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Newlan Creek Reservoir
      May 12, 2024

      Newlan Creek Reservoir

      Nice gem

      Was able to get a spot right on the water late on a Saturday night. Quiet, fire rings tables and restrooms. Not much to complain about.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground
      January 3, 2024

      Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground

      Lovely Campground in Northern Montana

      This is a great BLM camping spot right above the reservoir, with all of the sites having a great view. We were stopping for a night so didn’t get to explore very much. All of the sites can accommodate larger rigs, but none have electrical service so there are lots of generators.   We found this unnecessary as we run on nearly 100% on solar and there is open sky a plenty!

      The bathrooms are clean, pit toilets, but have potable water right outside. The camping area is right next to a large boat launch for anyone getting on the water. Hiking, boating and fishing are all right there for your enjoyment. 

      Nearby towns of Craig and Wolf Creek don’t offer much in the way of services, besides a small bar and grill, and gas station, so come prepared.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Great Falls KOA
      November 9, 2023

      Great Falls KOA

      Nicely appointed KOA

      General: Just about every option you could ask for (except for tents): 50-amp FHU pull-thru, 30/20-amp with w/e(back-in and pull-thru), FHU with patio, glamping tent, one and two-room cabins and cottages. 

      Site Quality: Different from many KOAs we have stayed in is that the camper pads are gravel, not paved, and there are quite a few trees that provide decent separation/privacy between the sites. The sites are bordered by railroad ties, and some are a tighter fit than others. A few of the sites at the end of the row before the glamping site appeared a little overgrown. As is usual for a KOA, our site was assigned upon check-in. The first site we were assigned didn’t work out for us since our electric cord could not reach the pedestal. Be aware that electric connections are shared between two sites so if you do not have an extension cord, you may have a problem (or need to be reassigned which was easily done for us). 

      Bath/Shower House: Accessed by code. All-in-one units with soap and paper towels. They were clean. 

      Activities/Amenities: Many and varied including a water playground (guests can join you here by paying a fee), petting zoo, train, dog park, yard games, bike rentals, propane fill, dump station, laundry, ice, ice cream, and free pancakes. There was even live entertainment! 

      We don’t typically stay in KOAs or RV parks (mainly because of cost and lack of privacy between sites) but they are good for us when we need showers, laundry, and a dump station. Although still more than we like to spend for camping, this one was a pleasant surprise with the number of trees on the property. The staff was exceedingly friendly!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Great Falls KOA
      October 19, 2023

      Great Falls KOA

      Best KOA

      This was the best KOA I’ve ever been to. I’m not a dedicated KOA camper but I’ve been to my fair share and this one takes the cake. The grounds were shaded and kept tidy, the shower+toilet bathroom combo was really nice and super clean. The amenities and camp store were great too. We stayed in the glamping tent for one night, which was a super cool spot with a great view. Unfortunately it rained all night. We were nice and dry but the road up from the glamping tent got muddy and slick. Thankfully we have 4-wheel drive. A 2-wheel drive car may have gotten stuck. Overall it was great and I wish we could have stayed longer!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Canyon Ferry Lake KOA
      August 14, 2023

      Canyon Ferry Lake KOA

      Best bathrooms EVER

      Cleanest and nicest bathrooms I’ve seen in a long time!! We stayed in tent spaces which they were working to update with water and electricity, both of which worked for us! A storm came through and it was windy for a bit, but besides that beautiful skies and great weather. Respectful campers, and right by water access!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Great Falls KOA
      July 11, 2023

      Great Falls KOA

      Good for families with kids

      We don’t have kids and so our pull through site missed on what is important to me ( at this expensive price point): nice manicured paved site with shade. The park does have a decent sized area to walk your dog and has a small off leash dog park. Fire pits are a plus. Pool has to be any kids dream with slides and a lot of toys. They also have a petting zoo. The park did its job for our overnight stay but I was happy to leave. Oh, pull through sites are good sized and hookups were quality.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Canyon Ferry Lake KOA
      March 18, 2023

      Canyon Ferry Lake KOA

      Easy and clean!

      Super easy to book a spot here through the KOA website. Found the store stocked with some pretty good food that rotates weekly. Clean and well maintained bathrooms and campsite

    • Camper-submitted photo from Great Falls KOA
      March 2, 2023

      Great Falls KOA

      Perfect stop in Great Falls

      Stayed here after purchasing our new fifth wheel from Bish's. Easy in and out for a quick stay. Would stay here again!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Vigilante Campground
      October 13, 2022

      Vigilante Campground

      Secluded and Beautiful

      A bit hard to find but go past the Helicopter and keep going down the dirt road for a mile or two. All the campsites sit along a rocky canyon and a stream runs parallel to the road. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit. One of my fav camping spots I’ve visited

    • Camper-submitted photo from Great Falls KOA
      September 12, 2022

      Great Falls KOA

      One relaxing night

      This camp has a lot of both comfort and entertainment. There’s a petting zoo and a mini water park. The bathrooms are an individual room with both toilet and shower stall. There is a laundry facility. Found greater comfort and service here than if I had parked my Roof Top Tent at an RV site and it was $20-$30 cheaper per night.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Silos Campground
      August 17, 2022

      Silos Campground

      Beautiful Views of Missouri River

      We booked a pavilion spot with 50A service. Other pavilions have 20A or 30A. Non group sites are dry camping only. There is a water spigot nearby for filling tanks. Road coming in is a bit rough, but overall a great place to stay.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Grasshopper
      August 13, 2022

      Grasshopper

      Castle Mountains

      Small sites.  Very rough road going in.  Vault toilets.  Beautiful little creek running through the campground.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Canyon Ferry Lake KOA
      July 15, 2022

      Canyon Ferry Lake KOA

      Clean

      Clean area, typical KOA restrooms. Not much shade. Pretty mount and lake views. Playground and store. $5 for showers if you are not staying.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Logging Creek
      July 13, 2022

      Logging Creek

      Adventure.

      Not going to lie. I didn't know what to expect and white knuckled a but driving my little old motorhome down into this ground. This is a bit of a trek.

      TOTALLY worth it if you are up for the adventure though.

      The campsites are beautiful, seclided, and shaded. There is water for kids to play in. There is a camp host. And several toilets. Endless trail. If you do some research in that area there is a place where there are some caves to explore, and another with fossils.

      No cell service. But one of my favs so far.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Pelican Point Fishing Access Site
      July 13, 2022

      Pelican Point Fishing Access Site

      Cute Spot. Beautiful views.

      We rolled into the last spot which was the only spot with no tree coverage. So that stunk.

      But it is a cute campground. Just off the highway so it is easy access. A toilet, a boat ramp, and several trails down to the water. Great spot to SUP and play around.

      This is a high traffic area though. Lots of fisherman's and their boats coming and going. They drove a bit fast for y liking with kids and dogs.

      But we would stop again for the water access

    • Camper-submitted photo from Jumping Creek Campground
      November 24, 2021

      Jumping Creek Campground

      Secluded and private in the Lewis and Clark national forest

      Great place to stay. We had the whole campground to ourselves. We stayed right next to the creek and had a very peaceful stay with beautiful scenery



    Guide to Lewis and Clark National Forest

    Camping near Lewis and Clark National Forest, Montana, offers a mix of stunning scenery and outdoor adventures. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking an RV, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from, each with its own unique charm.

    What to do:

    • Hiking: Explore the beautiful trails in the area. Many campers enjoy the nearby hiking opportunities, with one reviewer mentioning, "This campground was close to Memorial Falls which we wanted to hike the next day."
    • Fishing and Boating: The lakes and rivers around the campgrounds are perfect for fishing and boating. A visitor at Devil's Elbow Campground noted, "Boat launch was easy to use for me to launch my kayak."
    • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One camper at Logging Creek shared, "Deer wandered into the campground throughout the night and morning."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and campsites. A reviewer at Great Falls KOA said, "The shower+toilet bathroom combo was really nice and super clean."
    • Friendly Hosts: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. One visitor at Hellgate Campground praised, "Chuck the camp host was very attentive and friendly! He was probably the best host we have ever had."
    • Scenic Views: Campers love the picturesque settings. A guest at Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground mentioned, "This is a great BLM camping spot right above the reservoir, with all of the sites having a great view."

    What you should know:

    • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Black Sandy State Park, have limited facilities. A camper noted, "Only electric hookup. No sewer or water hook up."
    • Crowded Weekends: Popular spots can get busy on weekends. A visitor at Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground mentioned, "Great week day but packed on weekend."
    • Wildlife Precautions: Be cautious with food storage due to wildlife. A camper at Aspen Campground advised, "No bear boxes so put food in vehicles."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. A reviewer at Great Falls KOA highlighted, "The park has a decent sized area to walk your dog and has a small off-leash dog park."
    • Safety First: Ensure your campsite is safe for children. One camper at Canyon Ferry Court Sheriff Campground mentioned, "The deer seemed to have a route right next to our site and came out by the water in the evening."
    • Plan for Entertainment: Bring games or activities for downtime. A visitor at Logging Creek suggested, "If you do some research in that area there is a place where there are some caves to explore."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Black Sandy State Park noted, "Most of the sites are really tight to get into with a larger rig."
    • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds lack full hookups. A visitor at Devil's Elbow Campground mentioned, "No electricity or dump station but I knew that beforehand."
    • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A camper at Pelican Point Fishing Access Site advised, "No hookups, great fire pit and picnic tables."

    Camping near Lewis and Clark National Forest, Montana, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, but be sure to plan ahead and know what to expect!

    Frequently Asked Questions

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