Most RV sites near Lewis and Clark National Forest sit above 4,500 feet elevation where summer temperatures typically range from 50-85°F while winter drops well below freezing. Snow accumulation can continue through May at higher elevations, affecting both access roads and seasonal campground operations. Cellular reception varies considerably throughout the region, with consistent signals primarily found near Great Falls and Helena.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: 5 minutes from Prewett Creek RV Park gives access to renowned Missouri River fishing spots. "We spotted deer casually strolling through the campground and bighorn sheep doing their thing up on the rocks" reported a camper at Prewett Creek RV Park.
Trail exploration: Logging Creek Campground has terrain suitable for both day hikers and ATV users. "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," notes a reviewer about Logging Creek.
Wildlife viewing: White Sulphur Springs area combines mountain ranges and open vistas. "If what you are looking for is exploring history and wildlife then this is the place. Campground is located on the edge of a small town with all pull-thru sites and FHU's," according to a camper at Conestoga Campground.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Bathrooms receive consistent positive reviews at several campgrounds. "Bathrooms and showers were very clean. Owners were very welcoming and accommodating. The view was amazing," noted one visitor to Conestoga Campground & RV Park.
Swimming options: Great Falls KOA maintains both indoor and outdoor water facilities. "KOA has everything you need. An outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, tent, cabin and rv spots. Outside kitchens. Shower area, small store, playground, and wifi," says a reviewer about Great Falls KOA.
Quiet surroundings: Several campgrounds offer peaceful settings away from highway noise. "The real magic here is the setting—nestled in a peaceful valley that muffles I-15, this place is a nature-lover's dream," reported a camper about Prewett Creek RV Park.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most RV parks close during winter months. "We have stayed here many times and enjoyed the area very much. Tv reception is good with all the major channels, ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX and PBS. Verizon and AT&T are good. The park WiFi is very good," notes a visitor about seasonal amenities at Conestoga Campground.
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires navigation of unpaved roads. "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," shared a camper about Logging Creek.
Facility maintenance: Quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "The bathrooms could use some updating. They are nice single occupancy toilet/shower combos but some had damage on the tile, missing soap dispenser, non functional paper towel dispensers," mentioned a visitor about Great Falls KOA.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly water features: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "Great little pool on the far side of the campsite is great for kids," noted a visitor about Logging Creek.
Playground access: Some RV parks maintain dedicated recreation facilities. "This is a very kid friendly campground, almost too much. Twice within an hour a train full of kids rolled by my site shouting. There is a large playground, volleyball court, basketball, and pools," reports a camper about Great Falls KOA.
Animal encounters: Scheduled and unplanned wildlife viewing opportunities exist. "Deer wandered into the campground throughout the night and morning. You can hear logging creek moving from no matter where you are," shared a visitor about Logging Creek.
Tips from RVers
Bridge clearance awareness: Some routes have height restrictions that require alternate approaches. "Since our rig stands tall at 13' 6", we played it safe and took the Hardy exit instead," shared an RVer about navigating to Fort Harrison RV Park.
Site leveling requirements: Many RV pads throughout the region require adjustment. "This site's gravel pad was not level, so we had to use our leveler blocks. Water pressure was good at about 50 psi," noted a visitor about Fort Harrison RV Park.
Dump station locations: Not all parks offer onsite dumping facilities. "I had to drive a gas station in town to do this," reported a camper about Helena Campground & RV Park regarding the lack of an onsite dump station.
