Best Equestrian Camping near Noxon, MT
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Noxon, MT (9)
1. Bull River Guard Station
Noxon, Montana2 Reviews•8 Photos•9 SavesOverview
The Bull River Guard Station was built in 1908 as the Ranger's house and office. This structure was a primary ranger station from 1908 to 1920, surviving the legendary 1910 fires that swept through the area. The cabin was home to Granville "Granny" Gordon (District Ranger), his wife and three daughters. Full vehicle access to the cabin depends on weather conditions. The road is normally plowed within 1 mile of the cabin during winter months.
Recreation
The Bull River is 24.7 miles long from its headwaters to where it meets the Cabinet Gorge Reservoir. Fish species include westslope cutthroat trout, large scale sucker and mountain whitefish. Visit the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks website for fishing regulations and hunting seasons and permits. Hikers might be interested in two excellent day hiking options located near the guard station: the Pilick Ridge Trail #1036 and the Berray Mountain Trail #967. Both lead to lookouts with impressive views of the Cabinet Mountains. The Berray Mountain Lookout tower, built in the 1930's, is listed on the National Historic Lookout Register. For those interested in horseback riding, there is plenty of opportunity to explore the surrounding land. Stock animals are not allowed in the cabin area, but visitors may tie up across the road or 50 yards behind the station. As always, certified weed free hay is required on all Forest Service lands.
Natural Features
The Bull River Guard Station is located in the Cabinet Mountain Range near the East Fork of the Bull River in the Kootenai National Forest. The Cabinet Mountains were named by early French settlers who thought the mountains had a cabinet-like appearance when viewed from the valley floor. The cabin is located minutes from from the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness area which is home to a large range of wildlife from the high rocks of the mountain goat, mountain sheep, pika and golden eagle, to the lower slopes and brushy canyon bottoms of the beaver, woodrat, and beautiful Western Tanager. Fall foliage in this area is truly stunning with a wonderful assortment of Mountain Maple scarlets, Mountain Ash reds, Alder browns, and the Larch golden yellows.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$75 / night
2. Round Lake State Park Campground
Cocolalla, Idaho14 Reviews•45 Photos•120 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$12 - $29 / night
3. Pleasant Valley Campground
Trout Creek, Montana2 Reviews•10 Photos•12 SavesThe__Pleasant Valley__Campground is located approximately__32 miles southwest of Libby on Highway 2. The campground has__7 sites tables and fire rings and able to accommodate up to a 32' rv. There is also__2 stock campsites with feed bins and a corrals. Campground roads and parking spurs are gravel or native material. Amenities include vault toilets.
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Toilets
- Alcohol
4. 50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
De Borgia, Montana8 Reviews•19 Photos•21 Saves- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
5. Breakwater Campground
Cataldo, Idaho3 Reviews•7 Photos•26 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
- Alcohol
6. Sheldon Mountain Trailhead Camp
Libby, Montana1 Review•3 Photos•18 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
7. Corral Equestrian Campground — Farragut State Park
Bayview, Idaho1 Review•1 Photo- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Equestrian
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
8. Fairview Ranger Station
Trego, Montana2 Reviews•15 Photos•5 SavesOverview
This remote cabin was built in 1908 and served as an administration building for the Wolf Creek District of the Blackfeet National Forest. The Blackfeet NF was dissolved in 1935 becoming part of the Kootenai & Flathead NF. Fairview was used as a remote work station until 1980. In 2011 major work was done to restore the cabin and put it on the rental system. The cabin is open year-round and is accessible by car.
Recreation
Opportunities abound from this location. Hiking, fishing, floating, hunting, scenic and historical driving tours are just some of the activities to be enjoyed.
Natural Features
The Fairview Ranger Station is situated near Wolf Creek at an elevation of 2,995 feet within the Salish Mountain Range of the Rocky Mountains in the Kootenai National Forest. Wolf Creek and its many tributaries provide habitat for a variety of trout and big game animals. Wolf Creek has been an important route through history as a trail for the Kootenai Indians, early prospectors and railroads.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
$75 / night
9. Plains/Thompson Falls Area
Thompson Falls, Montana1 Review•1 Photo•3 SavesThis area offers several campgrounds, lots of access to the Clark Fork River for fishing and boating and several unique trails - including trails with views and a fitness trail conveniently located in the town of Thompson Falls. This area also has some wonderful cabins to rent.
- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Noxon
34 Reviews of 9 Noxon Campgrounds
Dealspeed
Traveler
Breakwater Campground
Very primitive
Great tent camping. Also, it's a great starting point to some really good dirt bike trails. Be prepared for no cell service. 0 amenities. it's just a place to pitch a tent and have a fire. And it cost nothing.
- J
Jason S.
Ranger
Round Lake State Park Campground
Beautiful lake, pleasant surroundings, road noise
I recently spent a few days at this campground, and overall, it was a pleasant experience. The highlight of the trip was definitely the beautiful lake, which provided a serene backdrop for the entire stay. The surroundings are peaceful abd there is a lovely trail around the lake and an extensive set of trails heading up into the mountain behind the lake as well as a trail to a pond with a dam which is quite peaceful.
The swimming area is nice with kind of sandy beach, but there is a bit of seaweed in the swimming area. There are also two docks perfect for fishing. I had a great time casting off from them and even caught a couple of crappies and trout which was a nice bonus. However, one downside was some road noise, which occasionally disrupted the peaceful atmosphere, especially in the evenings. It wasn’t overwhelming, but it was noticeable enough to mention. Additionally, the campground and swim area can get very busy during peak summer weekends. If you're looking for a quieter experience, it might be best to visit during the off-season or on weekdays. All in all, the campground is a solid choice for anyone looking to enjoy nature, fish, or swim in a beautiful lake. Just be prepared for a little road noise and crowds if you visit during popular times.
- WWendy L.
Guide
Pleasant Valley Campground
Perfect stop for primitive
Stayed early October and only 1 other camper. Glad it was open, as information is limited and most areas close Sept 15th or Oct 1 and close gates for access. Basic sites, vault toilet. Underused, but great for horses with fence, etc. Only one other car camper. Beautiful stars at night!
Darrin R.Traveler
50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
Very convenient, free electric
This location was terrific. Showed up late, got gas, got directions from gas station attendant. Two campgrounds I guess you would call them. It was fourth of July so lots of fireworks coming from campground near buildings. A little road to the back led us to the back lot of sites, probably 8-10 of them, pretty good spacing between them. RV outlets freely available, just hook up and flip the breaker. One breaker controls a large light. Fireworks ended at a reasonable 11pm. Slept well. Felt safe. Thank you very much! Be sure to patronize the restaurant etc.
- rrob D.Guide
50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
Free camping!
Great free camping spot for an overnight stay. Far enough from the interstate to eliminate most road noise. There is an overflow lot that is more private but closer to the interstate. 7 sites have free electrical hookups. There are also picnic tables. Would definitely stay again.
Jennifer H.
Legend50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
Gotta love free
Our kids love this gift shop. Great stop for a night along I-90. Friendly staff indoors. Yummy milkshakes, knowledgeable locals and electricity in our site. We filled up on groceries, water and WiFi was decent too.
Tee C.Legend
Sheldon Mountain Trailhead Camp
Nice equestrian campground!
It’s Saturday and no one is here but me. Picnic tables, metal fire rings with grills, vault toilets. Big pretty pine trees! I get one bar of Verizon service but it’s not very useful.
Gary V.Guide50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
Free campground
Great little spot, free campground with free electric hook ups. There’s a gift shop with a bar and a cafe also a gas station with a bar and casino that has a bar and pool table inside. Motel for non Rvers.
Michelle P.TravelerRound Lake State Park Campground
1st solo RV camping trip
Beautiful & clean campground with friendly staff. Quiet area and not over crowded. Pet friendly. Lots of trail hiking and a pretty lake for kayaking, swimming, etc. My only complaint was not enough grassy areas and all campgrounds were just dirt. So keeping RV clean was difficult with myself and dogs going in and out despite having mats to wipe off feet/shoes.
- OOwen W.Traveler
Round Lake State Park Campground
Awesome campgrounds
There were a lot of people there. Even on some of the rougher hiking trails there were always people around, so if your looking for seclusion, round lake might not be for you. The fishing was amazing though, and the view is beautiful. There are lots of hiking trails nearby, and there are some cool features, like beavers dams and little ponds filled with fish. The bugs weren’t bad either, there were almost no mosquitoes or spiders.
- LLaurenTraveler
50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
Free camping right off I-90
Pulled in after a quick stop in Missoula, heading West. Stayed one night, pulled in and looked like only 3 other campers, maybe around 10 sites total? I hear it offers free electricity if you have a rig for it. Our site had a fire pit and picnic table. It was located behind the 50,000 silver dollar bar/ motel. So there will be noise from the truckers pulling in/ idling. We set up and went in to enjoy a beverage, got a great deal and got to have nice conversations with the people inside. Loved this quick stop for an evening. Didn’t see any place for garbage or a toilet so we used the facilities inside the bar and gas station.
(Didn’t see any wildlife or evidence of any either)
- DDon O.Guide
50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
Haugan Montana
Free camping, some spots with power. Right off freeway. Good for one night.
Renee Z.Traveler50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
FREE RV space w Electric!
A price that can’t be beat! Several spaces available behind the restaurant/ bar and casino- Tucked into the woods but road close- you can walk over for a meal, snack, coffee etc or some delightfully cheesey souvenirs.
Plug in your rig and unwind for the night-
Lane P.TravelerBreakwater Campground
Great Tent Camping and Fly Fishing
This campground stretches along a tributary of the CdA river, and there is great tent camping and fly fishing. Downside is that there is limited vehicle access to most spots.
Andi F.Guide50,000 Silver Dollar Campground
A free spot
We stopped here on our way out of Montana (our home state). A winter storm rolled in and made the pass impassable. This is a FREE RV park with electric hookups…no water, cable, or dumping station, but again, FREE. The snow was hitting hard and having electricity was a lifesaver. There is a really good restaurant and bar here as well as a truck stop and gas station. We have a Class A and the spots were plenty big. Lots of dog walking areas too. Perfect in an emergency and great for a short stay. No long terms and is first come first serve.
Nikki C.
ScoutRound Lake State Park Campground
Great admenities
Easy to find & plenty of short noticed camping sites available.
The N.GuideRound Lake State Park Campground
Summer time
We love round lake!!! We coMe here all the time. But, we stayed in a different part of the park than we normally do. And it felt like a completely different stay. That is why we are doing another review. This place is the best!
- The N.Guide
Round Lake State Park Campground
Great start to the season!!
We had a great time. This park is not far from our home,so we have come here a handful of times. The park is clean, and well taken care of. We have a favorite spot. We hiked the Round Lake trail. It also was very well maintained.
- NNic F.Scout
Round Lake State Park Campground
Open in winter but flaky hookups
Swung by here yesterday (late Dec) after calling to confirm hookups were still functional. There was only one hookup spot plowed, and it’s connectivity was not stable. We decided not to stay as our Tesla kept reporting electrical risk every 10 minutes. Not worth the risk to car camp when it’s 18 degrees.
- Roxanne E.Traveler
Plains/Thompson Falls Area
Sanders County Fairgrounds, Plains MT
Small camground in Plains MT with partial hookup (water & electric) and large bathhouse. This camground is not on this sites map. It was a nice central location.
Alex P.RangerPleasant Valley Campground
Nice and quiet
There was only one other camper so it was nice and quiet, it’s very close off the 2 highway so it’s really easy to get to. There are toilets that were ok at the time. Sites had some nice privacy with the trees, the horse camp sites at the back were a little more open but looked to be in really good condition. There were also a couple of hiking trails right at the site with signs. Really beautiful views near the back. Did not have Verizon service.
- DDusty W.Scout
Breakwater Campground
No Reception! We didn't find it...
No Reception! We didn't find it since there is no reception anywhere nearby and ended up at Bumblebee. If you head toward Breakwater though, there are several other free spots to camp.
Cody H.GuideRound Lake State Park Campground
Fun family spot with great facilities
Stayed hear for two nights in spot 15. All sites are very large, covered in shade, and plenty of flat ground for a tent if that’s your jam.
Spending the hot afternoon floating and fishing the lake was perfect. Morning walks in the trails were peaceful with coffee in hand!
Clean bathrooms, showers, and friendly staff. Can’t go wrong!
Alex W.ScoutRound Lake State Park Campground
Love this place
We stayed in a tent only spot - spot 17 I think. The spot was somewhat small. I’d say the largest tent it would accommodate is an 8 person cabin tent. Also the end of the site (where we put our tent) is slightly slanted. So that was frustrating. The campsite was clean and well maintained. This spot is somewhat private because there’s only a spot on one side of it. Although that other spot is close. This spot is very close to the main hiking trail, that leads around the lake and to the beach area. Probably about 15 feet away, down a slight hill. This makes it nice for recreation, but also means people are walking that trail all day. There’s a one toilet bathroom relatively close to this spot. But it’s not that clean and somewhat yucky. Round lake is beautiful with a lot of recreation. I enjoyed camping here and will be going back!
- JJessie U.Scout
Fairview Ranger Station
Can’t wait for next time
My family and I stayed here for a week, if you’re looking to get away from it all, this is definitely the place. We can’t wait for our next vacation!
- DDanielle P.Scout
Round Lake State Park Campground
Love staying here
Love staying here, we stay here every summer. Enjoy the lake and it’s only 20 mins from Silverwood theme park.
Juice B.RangerFairview Ranger Station
Great location, nicely restored
Only spent 1 night here in Aug 2019, but it was amazing. The cabin itself is a nicely restored 2 story with kitchen (including gas refrigerator and range) and sleeping space for 6, with folding futon downstairs and 1 full size upstairs across from 2 singles. Nicely fenced in yard gives an extra feeling of security when you hear the bears or wolves at night. There's a nice sized fire ring and plenty of wood in the garage. There was even a bike in the garage. Although unrestored, there are 2 cabins out back, within the yard. One was the original mess hall, and the other was the bunkhouse. Behind those, there's a well made horseshoe tossing area. Gas lights provide plenty of light in the ranger station. Bring your own water and bedding. There's a well kept outhouse, just outside the gated area. Can't wait to return.
Guide to Noxon
Horse camping in Montana offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the trails.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- The Bull River Guard Station features ample space for horses and is conveniently located near miles of trails in the Kootenai National Forest.
- At the Corral Equestrian Campground — Farragut State Park, you'll find dedicated horse corrals and easy access to scenic trails, making it a top choice for equestrian campers.
- The Sheldon Mountain Trailhead Camp offers a peaceful setting with picnic tables and metal fire rings, perfect for unwinding after a day of riding.
Equestrian campgrounds include essential facilities
- The Fairview Ranger Station provides a nicely restored cabin with a fenced yard, ensuring a secure environment for your horses while you enjoy the rustic charm.
- Pleasant Valley Campground is a great option for horse camping, featuring basic amenities and a tranquil atmosphere, ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
- The Breakwater Campground allows for tent camping with horses, providing a primitive experience close to nature and great access to dirt bike trails.
Most campgrounds have horse-friendly activities
- At the Round Lake State Park Campground, you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking and fishing, all while being surrounded by beautiful lake views.
- The Plains/Thompson Falls Area offers a small campground with access to nearby trails, making it a convenient base for exploring the region on horseback.
- The 50,000 Silver Dollar Campground provides a unique experience with free electric hookups and a friendly atmosphere, perfect for families looking to enjoy a weekend of horse camping.
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