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Located in the scenic Little Rockies near the small town of Landusky, the Montana Gulch Campground offers a quiet, stream-side setting with lots of shade. It lies within a 30-minute drive of the Camp Creek Recreation Area and several small bass and trout fisheries. T here are no amenities in Landusky.
10 camping units, restroom, tables and fire-rings, garbage collection, day-use picnic area
No fees for day use and parking, $8/night for camping, no reservations. All campground fees are used to supplement the maintenance costs for the site.
Ranger
Found this on the Dyrt. About a mile off the main road. A beautiful little park with about 10-12 electric 30 and 50 amp. It’s free to camp if you don’t have electric and $30 for electric. The playground looked amazing. A nice hike up over the hill to a nice pond.
Guide
Spectacular views from a few campsites on top of the walls, well spread out areas and definitely big rig friendly spots.
Lots of bottles and garbage on the beach from party's and around 2am some locals rolled through in louder trucks right past our spot.
Scout
Right on Highway 2 so a little noisy. Limited pet area. Not everyone picks up after their dog. Water and power easy hook up, but sewer has to be run under RV.
Ranger
This is a small beach campground on the first left past the reservoir bridge at the end of the road. There will be signs. We just pulled up and pitched a tent. There's a pit toilet at the top of the hill. Was pretty empty and unclear on camping rules, but we were told by locals that it was fine and no one would bother us if we camped there. Right on the water, great sunset/sunrise. Other boaters use this spot as boat ramp area.
Traveler
If you're on Hwy 2 and just need a place to rest for the night, this will do. Stopped here after Labor Day and had the tent area to pretty much to myself until some kids showed up to party at the pavilion. We had a couple beers around the cool fire pit in there. I'd give it 3 stars because the ground was hard and uneven, but the pavilion bumps it up to a four.
Guide
I have been to Coal Banks Landing to put in on river trips. It can be a busy spot at times with people starting canoe trips on the Missouri River. But it is a great destination on its own. I arrived on a Saturday night in August looking for a place to camp. I found the campground mostly empty and very quiet. It was a stormy day with rain and strong winds up on the plateau above the river. But the campground is down by the river and sheltered from the wind. It was very quiet and comfortable. The campground is also clean and well tended. All in all, a great spot.
TravelerLovely evening, friendly locals but bring your bug spray.
Traveler
This campground is pretty nice and is tucked back up a road. It was for the most part fairly quiet.
There is a store in Landusky we didn't visit, but we did check out the DY store as well as the store in Zortman. Keep in mind this area is pretty rural, so there's not much available when it comes to stores and whatnot.
The folks in both stores were quite accommodating and friendly.
I would definitely go back.
Scout
We just returned from a very pleasant two night stay. The camp is clean and well maintained. The community bathrooms/showers are cleaned daily. One recommendation would be to bring your own drinking water as the camp water has a high and noticeable mineral content. That said, the sun rises and sun sets were worth the trip and any hardship from having to use my own water for drinking and cooking.
Only downside is the camp is literally in a prairie dog town so my bird dogs were constantly on high alert living among the natives. A small price to pay for a well run camp with hosts that clearly care.
GuideBeautiful spot on the water, there were several dispersed camping spots to choose from around the lake. Some of them are very difficult to access with a larger rig. Only reason for 4 stars is because the locals have no respect for campers, they just drive right up and spend the afternoon drinking and carrying on right infront of our spot.
GuideWe stayed 1 night during the week. Had some nasty storms roll through in thr early evening, other that that it was nice and quiet.
LegendThere are two places to camp here. Good place to park overnight. Gets a little crowded on weekend. Boat launch, pit toilet, no water or dump.
GuideAs a Community Park, it's supposed to be "first come first served." We arrived around 4:15, only to be met by other guests letting us know that they reserved 8 of the spots with hookups (apparently now there's more spots with electric), but that we could take the spot on the end (vs. the open sites on the grass, even though we were there first and no one was there yet). So we backed into the one site to not cause drama, only to find that a trench had been recently dug right through the drive of the site. Our neighbors told us it was in their site, too, and that the dirt was not packed. Our fifth wheel jacks (regardless of having blocks and Snap Pads) sunk about 8 inches into the dirt, and we couldn't get anything level. So we had to leave and go back down the highway to get to a nicer RV park.
We didn't expect much since it was a $10 a night Community Park, but definitely didn't expect to be told by other guests that they "reserved the whole place", be told to go into a spot our rig barely fit in even though other sites were open, and then find a recently dug trench that totally sank our RV. I gave it two starts because you can tell it's a pretty park, and had we just been able to park it on the grass, we should have been just fine.
RangerHavre was our last quick stop on the way to Glacier National Park. This RV park is a small asphalt parking lot next to the convenience store and Conoco gas station. The middle sites are parallel parking for big rigs and back in sites for the smaller trailers or Class C’s. Our 28 ft Class A with tow fit just fine. I think larger rigs would be challenged. The sewer hook up is in the road under our rig so we pulled out slightly and dumped when we left to avoid climbing under to hook up. Paid $58 with an AARP discount. A little high for this park.
Internet only available at the store. I used the laundry that is more general public vs reserved for campers. There were a couple long term residents and a few seasonal while we stayed. Otherwise, we had nobody around us which made the space maneuvering easy.
Everything went smooth with staff and check in. The park sits between on Route 2 and the rail yard. Surprisingly, we weren’t othered by any noise.
We took the day to explore the town. Beneath the street historical tour was a blast back to the past and how the town survived a devastating fire. We toured Fort Assinniboine located 10 miles out of town. More great history and testament to how tough is was on the wild frontier.
Legend
While small and not that scenic, this is a professional outfit that makes things easy. It's small enough to chat with neighbors and big enough to have your own space and get a good night's sleep. There are trees and bushes all around the border, giving it a cozy, private feel. When I talked to an employee about the water tasting bad (I believe it was something like sulfur), she explained it was natural and not unhealthy, which was confirmed by a local friend. Great part of the country with lots to do. I appreciate low-fuss/no-fuss places like this.
RangerStopped here on our way to Glacier NP. Pulled in on a Sunday and there was only 1 other camper in the area. We found a beautiful site overlooking the reservoir. Would definitely come back. I can see where it would get busy on a weekend. The road in and out is hilly and has a bit of washboarding, we made it in and out without any problems
GuideFound this place on accident with Google. It's a way off from city life. At one point we were in the middle of nowhere and still had an hour to go. The views on the way are amazing though. The site has RV, tent and cabin rentals available and are in great shape. Bath houses are new with flushing toilets, full showers and a large basin sink for washing cooking supplies. They have a 2 mile loop that allows you to see some amazing views. Worth doing.... Would definitely take the detour to stay here again.
GuideNice area, shade and trees. Friendly, helpful host. Camp sites very, very close together. Walk out camper door into next sites plug ins and sewer hose. Very limited space between campers. No picnic tables or firepits.
Guide
We stayed here a few days in May. We had a great time. There were only 2 other people camping there the whole weekend. There’s tons of trails to ride side by sides. The campground is clean and the sites have plenty of space for our 28ft toy hauler. We would definitely stay here again.
Legend
This is the best of several boondocking options around the Fresno Reservoir. We were the only ones here on a weeknight (right before the 4th of July). There are several choices, including some with shade under the cottonwood trees you so often find near rivers. There’s also a flat concrete pad that would work well for a big RV. You could pitch a tent here if you wanted to. The access is good - about 2.5 miles from Hwy. 2. The dirt road is a little washboard but no big potholes. Verizon phone service was excellent. You’re right next to the dam outflow so not really a good place for swimming, but it looks like people like to fish here.
GuideVery nice clean and convenient campsite off Hwy 2 in Montana. Best part, free and plenty of space available even during this busy time. There were only two campers when we got here, and we’re the only ones left today. A few mosquitos at night though. Oh, and a nice playground for the kids!
RangerJust 1 mile off hwy 2. Mature Cottonwood trees and a playground for the kids. Vaulted toilets, water available, horseshoe pits, 6 30 amp sites. Dump site in Chinook 9 miles west between 2 gas stations. No Verizon service, no OTA TV as the park in surrounded by hills.
RangerJust 1 mile off of hwy 2. Beautiful park with mature Cottonwood trees. Large area with playgrounds for the kids. Horseshoe pits, vaulted toilets, 6 30 amp spots, water available. $10 a night with hookups. Very well maintained park. Dump station in Chinook between two gas stations.
Scout
Great little-known Gas & Grocery store with easy access to the Little Rockies mountains of North Central Montana.
The mountain area provides miles of multi-use trails for hiking, biking, atv & horse back.
Friendly little town with rich history of gold, outlaws, fables and lore.
TravelerI stumbled across Camp Creek Campground summer of '19 when I was having some problems with my slides and needed to stop for the night. The campground has several very large pull through spots, and folks with horses often pass through. Upon entering the campground area, a caretakers spot is early on, while no caretaker was employed last year, there is a sanitary dump station at the site, as well as, potable water. A bit past that is a large area for horse trailer parking, and a corral. As one progresses down the road, a large group gathering area is on left of the road, along with parking. A bit further are large, clean, restroom facilities, and another area for both parking and pulling one's rig through to load up on water. Continuing down the road are numerous camping spots, most are smaller. However, a the end of the loop are two large spots big enough to pull a large fifth wheel or motorhome through. A further two or three large back in sites are there as well. A small stream runs through the back area, and endless hiking / horseback riding trails are in this area as well. Further, there is another hookup one can fill their tanks with potable water (no sites have water hookups on site, except the caretakers). When I was there in late July, the campground was maybe 1/3 full. We ended up staying three nights.
Drawbacks: there are four to note. First, while the sites are well kept, those with very wide RV's (mine is 92") or high (mine is 13') will find branches to be bothersome at best. In my case I made a decision some time ago that I was going to be careful, but my rig was going to get used in the great outdoors, and that meant getting a scratch from time to time. I fully realize when one is paying $60k - $500k and more, that may be somewhat less than desirable. And while there are several good sized spaces, I wouldn't try bringing in anything longer than 36' (mine is 33). Second, the road in is rather long, a good gravel road, but gravel (and dusty) none the less. If one gets caught in the rain this area is well known for it's gumbo roads … they can be very miserable. Third, a local told me that the place was heaven nearly all season … except .. during hunting season. He used some rather colorful language to depict the camping environment during those six weeks or so in late fall. Fourth, if you have a problem you are a long way from help, and there is no cell service. All that said, this is a wonderful campground, great for kids and Old Goats like me.
TravelerNice campground with 10 spots. Nestled in the Little Rocky Mountains, campground offers lots of shade with creek running by it. Bathroom was clean and nice tables by fire rings.
Guide
I never slept here, but your only shade will be the provided “shelters”. The fire-pits are not shaded as well. The hiking up to the Hole-in-The-Wall is AWESOME! Though you will have to do some easy rock climbing so be prepared. It’s also really easy to fall hundreds of feet as well. Since you will take boats there, cows can walk to the landing sites, but remember to keep all your gates shut. Overall pretty good campsite.
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