Best Equestrian Camping near Paradise, MT
Dispersed camping in Lolo National Forest Recreation Area provides tent and RV campers access to sites by the Clark Fork River. The area features fire rings and established spots with space for multiple vehicles and camping setups. Sites are spaced out for privacy, offering a quiet riverside experience approximately 0.5 miles from the main road. The forest service maintains a 6-day stay limit at this free camping location. Several spots have direct river access with a short steep slope leading to the water. The area has no facilities such as drinking water, toilets, or trash service, though some campers report finding pit toilets at the far end of the campground area.
Road access is well-maintained with the western entrance from Highway 135 being the recommended entry point. The eastern entry is reportedly difficult to navigate. Campers have reliable cell service with both Verizon and T-Mobile reporting 3-4 bars of coverage. For those seeking more amenities, Sloway Campground near St. Regis offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, toilets, and drinking water. This campground is situated along the Clark Fork River but includes highway and train noise that some campers find disruptive, particularly at night when train horns sound at nearby crossings. The campground operates seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day and provides access to fishing and floating opportunities on the river.
