Melville, MT is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Melville is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Melville, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
"This is a free Montana Fishing Access Site next to the Yellowstone River north of Big Timber. There was one clean single vault toilet for about 5 sites."
"Great access to river's edge fishing and a boat ramp. Free camping for 7 days. Really close to town"
"The scenery surrounding the campground is breathtaking: sharp peaks that rise upwards of 7,000 ft in elevation, crystal clear mountain streams rushing down the mountain sides, waterfall after waterfall"
"You have to go through one gate that has a private property sign next to it, but that property is off the main road. Keep going up the road and you will find the loop of campsites."
"Conveniently located about 5 miles off I-90! We stayed one night on our way from the Badlands to Glacier National Park and I wish we would have had more time here."
"Campground is situated on Boulder River. Office staff was friendly. Laundry facility was clean but dated. (Harvest gold dryers from the 70’s dated). Great proximity to downtown big timber, MT."
"It's better to exit off the interstate just east of the campground."
"Usually we stay at KOAs for stopover convenience, but being tired of driving we decided to stick around for an extra night. For a KOA, this was a really decent spot."
$20 / night
"A very nice small town town campground east of Montana’s front range. Several level pull-through RV sites with electricity. Dumpster and water hydrant near by in the campground."
"Really well maintained grounds, level gravel sites, fairgrounds close by."
"Very nice campground about 6 miles out of Big Timber Montana."
"There are trains close by but that didn't bother too much. If you stay with kids there are spots where the river current is quite strong close to shore."
"Restroom is located here. Not far from town so for dinner or anything else you might have forgot."
"Awesome location, 10 minutes from the expressway and on the river. About a half dozen sites with a pit toilet that was stocked and clean. "
"Close to the Yellowstone. We camped on the second loop and at the end near the boat dock is a trail that follows the river. We enjoyed the walk with our dogs. Lots of folks fishing."
"Only a 5 min drive off the highway so it’s very convenient as a road trip stop.
It has lots of shade and is located right next to the Yellowstone River."
$65 / night
"If you want to hammock there are a couple trees behind the cabin that would work but it’s kind of away from everyone if they’re hanging out up front."
$5 - $18 / night
"This left fewer hours to drive and the planned campground was not that good at all. Looking on The Dyrt we could one that we could reach around 4."
"On our way from Helena to visit the Terry Badlands WSA to hike the [Natural Bridges Trail](https://hike.wildmontana.org"
LegendTypical KOA with those amenities. Sites are close together as usual at a KOA. Pads are gravel and super narrow. Lots of kids having a blast at the pool, riding their bikes and playing in the creek that borders the campground. Dog park is adequate though small. Staff is nice and responsive. We did not have a picnic table at our site and they quickly brought one when I asked. They said people were stealing them as well as the fire rings. A bit odd that someone would steal a wooden and metal frame picnic table? We gave our fire ring to the family next to us as we weren’t going to use it and the office told them they didn’t have any extra.
Giving 3 stars due to the proximity of the highway (you can definitely hear the traffic) and train tracks (no train overnight though) as well as the odd picnic table issue and the narrowness of the pads. But if you have children they will most likely love this place.
ScoutMy husband and I stopped here to sleep on our long drive! When we got to the gravel parking lot, we took a left to go on the path and found a spot in the field. Lovely view and can hear the river from the spot. The train comes every couple of hours but just fell back asleep after each time. Definitely would come back!🌲
TravelerMost sites have water access. The water is a creek (no fish). The water is refreshing. The sites are a nice mix of trees and open space. If you have starlink you can get a good view of the sky.
GuideWe pulled in as evening was coming on, and got one of the last of the spread-out, fairly flat sites. Although near the road, we were also near the river (site 29), and could not hear road noise much above the river water’s beautiful noise. Roads and sites are mainly dirt with a little gravel mixed in; might be tricky at certain sites if it rained and there was lots of mud. Cute, scenic town with two hardware stores and a nice IGA.
Traveler5 campspots, 4 along the river. Very peaceful.
Summertime, there is campspots available midweek. The weekends, it fills up.
GuideRough road to get to the water, then beautiful views. 11 mph winds tonight but supposed to die down.
ScoutNice level spots. The campsite is right on the Yellowstone river. Free but the do have a donation box.
RangerThis is a secret little site surrounded by Prairie. Grasslands and succulent deciduous trees. There's about six for mal sites with a level gravel spot. Each site can accommodate two vehicles above 33 ft long. It has a vaulted bathroom which is spotlessly clean. There is a picnic table and a fire ring with a gray at each site. The picnic tables are extended for easy wheelchair access. There are loads of birds. The best site is by the river that has the shade of a tree. The others don't have much shade. You do hear the highway and the trains going by. Cell service is about 1/3 bar. When we were camping in middle of June there was only one other caper and the best site next to the tree. There is also boat access here to the river. You can pay cash by filling out the envelope and dropping it in the Dropbox. Since we did not have a conservation fishing or hunting license, we paid $18. If you have a license it's significantly less to stay overnight. Maximum stay is 7 days in a 30-da period.
GuideAbout 5 various spots very close to the main Boulder Rd so expect to hear traffic. But several spots are on the river and these spots include a fire ring and a vault toilet. Free. I did see a spot with a table. Zero cell service or WiFi so not sure why this app says good service under WiFi? If your expectations are minimal then this spot will do a great job of satisfying your camping itch.
Camping near Melville, Montana, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful spot by the river or a family-friendly campground, there are plenty of options to explore.
Camping around Melville, MT, has something for everyone, whether you're into fishing, hiking, or just enjoying the great outdoors.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Melville, MT offers a wide range of camping options, with 71 campgrounds and RV parks near Melville, MT and 11 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Melville, MT is Otter Creek Fishing Access Site with a 4.2-star rating from 20 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 11 free dispersed camping spots near Melville, MT.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Melville, MT that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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