Best Equestrian Camping near Olney, MT
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Olney, MT (12)
1. Glacier Campground
West Glacier, Montana49 Reviews•138 Photos•430 SavesGlacier Campground is located just one mile from the west entrance of Glacier National Park and is the closest privately owned campground to the park, known for “the way camping used to be!” Our heavily wooded 40 acre campground is surrounded by the Flathead National Forest. West Glacier Village provides many activities including golf, mini golf, shopping, rafting, horseback rides and helicopter tours. There are also many options for great local dining. Outdoor lovers will love staying at with us
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$75 / night
2. Bowman Lake Campground — Glacier National Park
Polebridge, Montana31 Reviews•143 Photos•511 SavesBowman Lake campground is located in the North Fork area of Glacier National Park approximately 32.5 miles from the west entrance and 30 miles from the Canadian border. The drive to Bowman Lake is a very slow, dusty, and bumpy ride on dirt roads. Trailers are not permitted. The campground is located close to the shore of Bowman Lake and camp sites are within trees for shade and some privacy. Tent campers looking for peace and quiet will enjoy Bowman Lake for its serenity and remote location.
Weather Dependent Primitive Fall Season
October 9–October 31
Bowman Lake Campground's typical summer season is from mid-May to early September. If weather permits, a primitive camping season can extend into the fall between early September and late October.
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Equestrian
$10 - $15 / night
3. Moose Creek RV Resort and Bed & Breakfast
West Glacier, Montana19 Reviews•71 Photos•108 Saves- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
4. Glacier Rim River Access 10363
Coram, Montana8 Reviews•9 Photos•332 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Equestrian
- Dispersed
- Toilets
5. Horses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Kalispell, Montana7 Reviews•70 Photos•14 SavesAre you ready for an unforgettable camping experience surrounded by nature's wonders? Look no further than Camp Whispering Pines in Kalispell, MT. Whether you're a car camper, tent camper, or traveling with your RV or horses, we have everything you need for a comfortable and adventurous stay.
At Camp Whispering Pines, we pride ourselves on our central location, putting you within easy reach of Rebecca Farms, Flathead Lake, Foy's Lake, and the majestic Glacier National Park. Our dry campsites come equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, porta-jon toilets, and access to potable water. But what sets us apart is our horse facilities, including corrals and an arena, providing a secure place for horses and riders to camp.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Flathead Valley, explore local attractions and activities, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Book your stay now and secure your spot at Camp Whispering Pines. Simply click on the button below to reserve your campsite today!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the magic of camping in Kalispell. We can't wait to welcome you to Camp Whispering Pines!
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$45 - $65 / night
6. Mountain View RV Park
Columbia Falls, Montana3 Reviews•12 Photos•31 Saves- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
7. Timber Wolf Resort
Hungry Horse, Montana5 Reviews•23 Photos•25 SavesSituated just nine miles west of Glacier National Park in northwest Montana's Flathead Valley, family-owned Timber Wolf Resort offers camping accommodations to suit nearly any taste- from primitive Tent Camping and basic& full hook-up RV sites, to a variety of comfortable Rental Cabins and select Lodge Rooms in our cozy lodge. Rental cars also available.
Surrounded by lush forests and native wildlife, Timber Wolf campsites and our popular Glacier National Park cabin rentals are peaceful and secluded, offering fantastic views of the park's snow-capped peaks and glimpses of neighboring deer, elk, and birds.
With Glacier National Park at our doorstep and the quaint, bustling towns of Kalispell, Hungry Horse, and Columbia Falls only minutes away, there's no end to the outdoor adventures, one-of-a-kind shopping, and opportunities for peaceful relaxation you'll find when you stay at Timber Wolf Resort.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
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. Tuchuck
Fortine, Montana3 Reviews•3 Photos•10 SavesCampground has 7 campsites tucked high up and far away in the Whitefish Range. Several trailheads are within hiking and riding distance. Stock facilities are provided for equestrians (feed bunks, hitch rails, vault toilet, and load ramp) Tuchuck Campsite Tuchuck picnic table Food Storage
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
10. Grave Creek Campground
Fortine, Montana1 Review•6 SavesGrave Creek Campground is located 4 miles north of Fortine on road 7061. The campground has 4 campsites with tables and fire rings and able to accomodate up to a 20' rv. Amenities include vault toilets.
- Tents
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
- Glamping
- Toilets
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Olney
121 Reviews of 12 Olney Campgrounds
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David O.
Scout
Moose Creek RV Resort and Bed & Breakfast
Nice wooded setting near West glacier
Beginning off season, pull through site with water and electric. Uncrowded, convenient, but close to highway so a bit noisy. Bathrooms could use some heat and attention.
- 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!
hannah W.Scout
Glacier Rim River Access 10363
Stopped here but didn’t end up staying the night
Could’ve been a really cool camping spot but after setting up camp a couple came yelling right by my van. They were part of the homeless camp and I just didn’t feel super comfortable because they were saying really aggressive things.
Taryn S.Guide
Bowman Lake Campground — Glacier National Park
Best National Park Campground in the US!
We've camped all over...all over Glacier and all over the country, and this is hands-down one of our favorite campgrounds. 100% our fave national park campground! An authentic unplugged, quiet camping experience.
The remote location is amazing, and the campsites are nicely spread out in a moody, dark forested area with near full shade. There are a couple of paths directly to the lake, literally a 2-3 minute walk from anywhere in camp. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables, and there are a few vault toilets and several trash bins and potable water spigots. No showers or sinks. Deer galore! The visitor tent is pretty cool, especially for families with kids. It has activities and games like scavenger hunts, books/tools for identifying wildflowers/plants/scat etc. And there's a camp host onsite seasonally, also.
Note that all sites are FCFS. Rangers at the entrance usually have a fair idea of whether you'll get a spot.
Even though the park has gotten much busier in the past few years, Bowman still remains a quietER gem. The long road keeps people away, I guess - although some 2023-24 construction/improvements has made it quite a bit better.
- CCrystal H.
Traveler
Glacier Campground
Perfect for our Glacier NP visit
This campground was very cute. The owners were so friendly and accommodating. The resident cat Poncho was a hot with our kids. The showers were small, but we're hot and free! The lawn was great with a communal fire pit and small playground. They let travelers camp there for 12 per person per night in a tent if that's what you're looking for. The cafe was cute and the drinks were delicious. We didn't eat, but it looked good! I would stay here again foe sure.
- LLelandGuide
Horses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Quiet and peaceful
I stayed at Whispering Pines for three nights in a July heatwave. It was a work trip, and I tried to book a hotel but was offended at the high prices in the Flathead, so I opted to take my teardrop and camp.
This place was great. It is a really nice place with plenty of space, a very clean porta-potty and an outdoor shower. No electric hookups, but there is great cell reception and it’s only 10 minutes from downtown Kalispell.
The price was reasonable, compared to nightly hotel room rates, but for camping, anything over $35 a night really should have power. But, all things considered, this place does what it does really well, and that’s fine. Bottom line: if you are looking for a clean, quiet place to camp in Kalispell, give this place a try. Proximity to Whitefish, Glacier NP is excellent.
- LLucinda S.Scout
Horses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Peaceful and great accessibility
Thank you for a great stay. The shower can’t be beat!
Marcus K.GuideGlacier Campground
Relax and chill
We stayed in site F16. It is close to the main lodge and the cafe.
The showers and bathrooms were very clean.
The campground is about 1 mile from the west entrance of glacier park!
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.
- SScott H.Scout
Horses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Amazing
Charles and family are amazing! The spot is gorgeous and convenient. Can’t wait to come back.
Sumner C.GuideGlacier Rim River Access 10363
Great campsite with deep blue water
Was a great campsite for river views and a short drive to glacier national park. River was very deep and a beautiful swim! However it’s a heavily travelled road and the boat ramp was being used quite often.
- DDutchess S.Guide
Glacier Rim River Access 10363
No big rig (30’+) access!
Not super accessible to bigger rigs, small sites, the other camping off the left side of road is better for all size rigs, but also had some homeless camps within and no river access.
- Daniel C.Traveler
Horses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Peaceful, Well-tended, Best Shower in Montana
I drove into Whispering Pines weary from travel, seeking a well-earned rest and recharge. I am very pleased to say I received that and more.
Tucked away where the Kalispell Valley meets the pines, you'll find this campground. Its peaceful here, but the amenities of the city are close by. The views are great. The sunrise on my last morning lit up the entire mountain range to the East. The sun sets in a spot that allows you to see out for miles, as the sky continues to glow well after the sun has disappeared from frame. On a clear day, you can even see Heaven's Peak in Glacier National Park from your campsite.
And the night sky is marvelous. The shower was very well thought out: great water pressure, endless heat, and an open roof to stare up at the stars. I will not forget that shower experience for a long time, soaking under the Big Sky.
The last thing I'll say is that the campground host, Charles, is very welcoming and attentive to your needs. The kind of host that makes sure you have clean facilities every step of the way, but leaves your space to enjoy your time the way you want to. We kicked it off right away. It's very clear that he is a nice guy who simply enjoys sharing his love of the state with you.
TLDR; Try this place out, you'll be glad you did.
- Tee C.Legend
Glacier Rim River Access 10363
Really nice!
I had one bar of Verizon service, so I could send and receive messages, but pics sent very slowly. I was at the first campsite on the right, less than a quarter mile walk down to the pit toilets and river. Lots of trucks with trailers coming and going, plus the sound of traffic from the road, but it wasn’t too bad. The river is beautiful and has a little beach for swimming. My campsite had a good amount of shade and could fit a big rig easily. It was nice and flat, surrounded by pine trees. Lovely! Bugs were not bad at all.
Kevin O.Scout
Mountain View RV Park
Good park, close to everything
Good RV park, it was clean and hosts are good. No pool onsite. Did not use the laundry. No shade in site 4. Mostly sunny in all spots.
No fires allowed.
T-Mobile is ok,
- TTaylor C.Scout
Horses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Couldn’t have asked for more!
Charles was friendly and welcoming, we felt right at home! The stars gave us a show every night and it was very quiet. The shower is amazing! Instant hot water for as long as you’d like. We’re only 1.5hrs away from Kalispell so we will definitely be back!
- AAnnie B.Guide
Glacier Campground
Nice vibe, close to Glacier NP
We really liked this campground. Sites are shady. The cafe serves a good quality and imaginative menu. Hang out at the lodge for WiFi. Staff and other campers were very nice. Only negatives were loud music from a neighboring campground and only 4 showers for each sex for a pretty large campground. Still, the showers were included in the price, so that’s nice.
- MMarlo C.Traveler
Horses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Perfect Place plus Cookies!
Peaceful and convenient ( town is about 4miles). The site has everything you need- an awesome outdoor shower was a nice touch. I met the owners-so cool. They even had put homemade cookies on my picnic table. I will definitely stay again. Sites are Giant.
Charles Y.GuideHorses Welcome | Hot Shower | Close to Everything
Close to everything, but still out in the country!
5 minutes to Rebecca Farms, 20 minutes to Under The Big Sky Venue, 20 minutes to Flathead and Whitefish Lakes, 40 minutes to Glacier National Park. Minutes to Kalispell and a wide variety of food and drink options. Corrals for horses 20 acres and an arena to stretch out. Book a spot, you will love it!
- BBenjamin R.Traveler
Glacier Campground
Great Wooded Spot
We typically avoid private campgrounds. This one though was different. Amazing proximity to the west entrance of Glacier NP (but west side of Glacier NP is basically closed until July 1.) and a 1.5ish hour drive to the East gate and Two Medicine. We have a 25ft camper and the site was more than big enough. The camp sites were very well maintained but still felt like you were out in the woods camping. Good space between sites. Sites have a fire pit(only allow fires in their ring) and we did a water and electric hook up site. Dumping is free or you can pay them to come and dump your tanks on site. There is also a laundry room. We were very impressed.
- April C.Guide
Glacier Campground
I cannot wait to come back
Spacious and clean sites. They have many different size spaces all listed on their website. The restrooms have showers, there is a laundry area, they have a little store, and serve food at the cafe. There is a hiking trail, but we didn't get to explore it. This was right outside Glacier National Park. We stayed here to start the Going to the Sun road. At the site, you can opt to have electrical and water hookups if you need them.
Shana D.LegendBowman Lake Campground — Glacier National Park
Heaven on Earth!
Long, rough dirt roads leads you to this primitive campground at the gorgeous Bowman Lake.
The sites are roomy with lots of trees. Clean pit toilets and a few water spigots are available.
For those who want it, there is no cell service!
Spend the day kayaking or paddle boarding in this serene, remote location. Polebridge Mercantile is about 30-40 minutes away for a small selection of food supplies you might need.
- JJesse W.Scout
Glacier Campground
Glacier campground
Nice place bathrooms and laundry facilities clean wish Wi-Fi was at cabins and had ice for sale but other then that nice place
Amy & Stu B.LegendGlacier Campground
Wonderful spot
All around favorite!
Great location. Close to West Glacier, in the woods, and all sites are wooded and have space from one another. We had full hooks ups. Bears frequent area.
Awesome staff—so helpful and willing to give lots of Glacier advice.
No WiFi, no ATT but Verizon worked well.
Hot water in showers, nice bathrooms, great laundry facility.
One of my absolute favorites—highly recommended!
The Wandering Shores ..GuideGlacier Rim River Access 10363
Video Review Now Available
In this video we review 2 more of the free boondocking(dispersed camping) sites near Glacier National Park and Columbia Falls, Montana. This time we focus on the Middle Fork Flathead River(Blankenship Bridge) and Glacier Rim River Access Locations. All locations are located in the Flathead National Forest and there is a 3 day stay limit at Middle Fork and 16 day stay limit at Glacier Rim.
Patsy R.GuideBowman Lake Campground — Glacier National Park
Secluded & Serenity - Need AWD/4x4 or high clearance car
First let me say DON’T plan on camping here unless you have the proper vehicle to get you safely up that road. If you are driving a low profile vehicle you are likely to blow your suspension as it is a dirt road with lots of potholes. I was fine with my 4Runner but I definitely saw some people in cars that should not have been driving on the mostly uphill road. With that being said this was my definitely one of my favorite places I’ve camped. The sites are huge so you’re not on top of your neighbors, lots of trees to hang a hammock etc. it was so quiet & peaceful. Lots of wildlife, the lake is a short 2 minute walk down a designated trail. You can kayak, paddle board or canoe on the lake. There are tons of areas to sit around the lake to relax or have a picnic. Due to the remote location they only have pit toilets and a few water spigots around the campground. There is no cell service and even my satellite GPS was finicky at times. There were a couple bear boxes open to anyone but none on the individual sites. Everything must be stored inside of your LOCKED vehicle due to bear activity. Polebridge is about 30 minutes and they have a small store with the best baked goods. You can drive to Kintla Lake it’s about an hour on the dirt road. Kintla Lake is even more secluded, but worth the drive. I will be returning to Bowman Lake as it was one of my favorite places in Glacier.
- Tim M.Traveler
Glacier Campground
Quiet little Campground
Nice campground off of Hwy 2 a few miles south of West Glacier and the entrance to Glacier NP. Spaces vary from tent sites up to a few that can accomodate 25-30’ trailers. Laundry and shower facilities are clean. Dogs are welcomed, but no specific areas are set aside to let dogs run. Water and electric hookups, and a dump station is located near the entrance. This is bear country, so leave no garbage or food outside during your visit. Owners are friendly and will do everything possible to try and make your stay enjoyable.
Guide to Olney
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.
Tips for equestrian camping near Olney, Montana
- Glacier Rim River Access 10363 provides a welcoming environment for horse camping, allowing pets and offering easy access to nearby trails.
- Camp Whispering Pines features ample space for horses and is conveniently located just a short drive from Kalispell, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
- Mountain View RV Park is big rig friendly and offers facilities that accommodate horse camping, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your horses.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- At Glacier Rim River Access 10363, you'll find features like picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for relaxing after a day of riding.
- Camp Whispering Pines includes ramps for loading horses and a trough for feeding, making it a practical choice for equestrian campers.
- Tuchuck offers a quiet setting with clean pit toilets and plenty of space for tents and small campers, ideal for those traveling with horses.
Equestrian campers like these nearby activities
- Enjoy scenic rides along the trails near Glacier Rim River Access 10363, where you can take in the beautiful river views.
- Bowman Lake Campground is a short distance away, providing opportunities for kayaking and paddleboarding after a day of horseback riding.
- Explore the remote areas around Tuchuck, where you can experience the tranquility of nature and spot local wildlife while riding.
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