Best Campgrounds near Superior, MT

Camping options near Superior, Montana range from developed campgrounds to dispersed sites across the Lolo National Forest. Established campgrounds include Sloway Campground along the Clark Fork River and Trout Creek Campground, both offering tent and RV camping opportunities. The Muchwater Recreation Area provides free dispersed camping with riverside sites. Several locations accommodate both tent and RV campers, while Nugget RV Resort offers cabin rentals for those seeking more amenities. Most campgrounds in the region are situated along waterways or within forested settings, providing a mix of accessibility and natural surroundings.

Seasonal operation varies significantly across the camping areas, with many sites open primarily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Road access to most established campgrounds is suitable for standard vehicles, though dispersed sites may require higher clearance. "We've been camping at Sloway for years because I love hearing the trains all night long! If you don't like train and highway noise, stay far away," notes one regular visitor, highlighting an important consideration for light sleepers. The proximity to Interstate 90 and railroad tracks creates noise at several riverside campgrounds. Cell service is available at some locations but unreliable at others, particularly in more remote forest areas. Fire restrictions commonly apply during dry summer months, and campers should verify current conditions before arrival.

The Clark Fork River provides a central feature for many camping areas around Superior, with several campgrounds offering direct river access. Campers frequently mention the quality of fishing opportunities, particularly at Trout Creek and along the river corridors. Train noise presents a common challenge at riverside sites, with multiple reviewers noting the regular train horns throughout the night. A camper described Muchwater as having "very easy access, two pit toilets in the camping area. Plenty of spots to pick from and not very busy during our stay." Amenities vary widely between sites, with developed campgrounds providing vault toilets and sometimes drinking water, while dispersed areas generally offer more primitive conditions with few or no facilities. Privacy between sites rates highly at several campgrounds, with Sloway and Muchwater specifically mentioned for their well-spaced sites.

Best Camping Sites Near Superior, Montana (154)

    1. Sloway Campground

    13 Reviews
    Superior, MT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 822-4233

    $15 / night

    "If you don’t like train and highway noise, stay far away!

    While my hubby flyfishes, I float on the Clark Fork."

    "It’s right next to the river with a small boat launch."

    2. Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area

    11 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 329-3750

    "On the map, it looks like you can enter/exit either way from 135… but the east side of the road to get back onto 135 is impossible… so we just had to turn around and exit the same way we came in (from"

    "Arrived very late in the dark on Friday night coming back from Canada, and found an amazing site next to the river which drowned out all surrounding noise."

    3. Muchwater Recreation Area

    10 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    8 miles

    "Stunning views, several sites to choose from, some have access to the river. The road conditions are wonderful—towed a 20 ft trailer. Some spots are more open to use Starlink."

    "It’s a nicely maintained gravel road to the campsites and there are two tracks that give you access to the river. I didn’t get any Verizon service here, however."

    4. Nugget RV Resort

    13 Reviews
    Superior, MT
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 649-2122

    "Great spot to find at the end of a long drive day. Just the kind of Rv spot for Montana. Trees & stars in big sky country. The layout was nice with lots of spots to choose from."

    "We followed our RV GPS to the CG that is near I-90, but far enough away that you don’t hear highway noise."

    5. Quartz Flats Campground

    9 Reviews
    Superior, MT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 822-4233

    $15 / night

    "It is very close to the highway which makes it easily accessible for a one night stop while driving through. With a senior access pass I was able to pay half price ( $7.50 as opposed to $15 (."

    "Campground is located behind the rest stop. Run by the USDA campground is well maintained. Free firewood in June 2025. $15.00 night rate. $10.00 just to use dump station if your not camping."

    6. National Forest Recreation Area - Peninsula

    10 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    10 miles
    Website

    "There are a couple of pit toilets spaced pretty far apart on this road so unless you get a spot right next to them, it's a bit of a walk. Pretty area, pretty secluded."

    "Click the one a little south east next to the river titled “Dispersed Site - Lolo National Forest Recreation Area”. This is the right location. Good spot."

    7. Muchwater Dispersed Campground and Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Paradise, MT
    8 miles
    Website

    "A couple of times they rolled thru at 2am but all the positives outweigh getting woken up a few times. 

    Very easy access, two pit toilets in the camping area."

    "By the end of the day each site was filled and there were several folks driving through still looking for sites.

    They’re spaced out well from one another giving all campers lots of privacy."

    8. Trout Creek Campground (Mt) — Lolo National Forest

    6 Reviews
    Superior, MT
    5 miles

    $15 / night

    "This hike into the lakes is not for the faint of heart, but the most breath taking views of Montana at its finest. There are plenty of Brook trout and huckleberries to eat at each trail and lake."

    "Pit toilets, fire rings, and tables are standard here but the campground's real charm is sitting next to the stream where you can relax to the flowing water or fish."

    9. Campground St. Regis

    9 Reviews
    De Borgia, MT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 649-2470

    "I have to say, if you can, visit when the Flathead Lake Cherries are in season. Omg! The BEST cherries I have ever had. Exiting at St. Regis, I had to stop to get."

    "Yes, it's near the freeway but the noise is no more than a hum."

    10. Whitefish-Kalispell North KOA

    13 Reviews
    Lolo National Forest, MT
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (406) 862-4242

    "Wonderful little campground located just south of Whitefish Montana on highway 93. This KOA has a lot to offer from cabins to RV parking and several tent camping locations."

    "our site was nice and tucked off in the trees on the edge, but near the showers. they also provide free breakfast in the morning. newish washers/dryers were great too since we were starting a two week"

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Recent Reviews near Superior, MT

483 Reviews of 154 Superior Campgrounds


  • Kyle M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Thompson River Dispersed Camping and Shooting

    Low budget fun

    It was free. It provided nothing, but was close to the river. We pooped in a bag, and provided our everything. We made a made a campfire. We didn’t shoot anything, but there were a lot of shells around.

  • Kyle M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Thompson River Dispersed Camping and Shooting

    Free redneck camping

    Off the side of the road, with no amenities near some pretty cool stuff. The sight is ugly, but free. Close to some good trout fishing via river. There is a pretty lame fire pit already established, and people fire their guns out here. There is no toilets, but if you’re looking for free, and absolutely zero neighbors this is your spot. Yes, I said zero neighbors!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Lolo Hot Springs Campground

    Spot for a quick stay

    Water and electricity hook up only. Bring a portable RV waste tank to the pump out station. Or walk to the bathroom /showers. Tent sites are also available. Restaurant / Bar / hot Springs pool is across the road. Spacious.

  • Eden N.
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Quartz Flats Campground

    Pretty good

    It’s kinda noisy from the highway and the train tracks. But other than that good

  • Michał M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Fishing access near i90 exit 30

    Leveled gravel free space with some noise

    Loads of flat space, some noise from I90, few other cars camping nearby. Beautiful river nearby.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Lolo Hot Springs RV Park & Campground

    Great campground in the mountains

    Best spot with 50 amps I could find! We pulled up and was surprised by how serene the setting was, beautiful creek, awesome big rocks and of course the hot springs across the street. We ended up not even going to the hot springs, there was lots to do! If you get a spot right on the creek it would be super nice, it’s very quiet here and you can hear the water. Definitely recommend.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Missoula KOA Holiday

    Better options available

    I would not stay here again. We are in our RV camping as a family approximately 70 days a year. Not a ton but enough that we’ve got some experience. We stayed in campground in 46 of the 50 states. This KOA price rivals Key West, on the beach in the Florida panhandle, glacier national park koa at peak summer and posh resorts of the south east with elaborate water parks, lazy rivers and margarita delivery daily. This camp ground does not have the bells and whistles to justify this price. We paid for a deluxe extra wide site. We have a 27ft Class C with a drivers side slide. Not a tiny RV but by no means large. When being directed to our site I was asked to move over so our tires weren’t near the grass. They were near the grass on both sides. I indicated if I moved over my slide wouldn’t open all the way due to the power box. I was nonetheless asked to move. So I did. And here we are with the slide 4 inches from going out all the way and bugs having free rein to enter thru the now non sealed siding. If that were all I might just move on… but kids are $10 extra per night?!? On top of the already $130 campsite fee. So many KOA’s don’t charge extra for kids - we come here because we have kids… who else would come to a KOA?!? Don’t charge extra per kid! I’m in now in excess of $160 for one night for a uneven gravel site, under a glaringly bright white street light making it nearly daylight inside the motorhome, attracting bugs to a slide that isn’t sealed because the site isn’t wide enough to open … and being charged extra. My first ever negative review at those level. Just so so sad. I’d stay at the Glacier, Jim & Mary’s etc. we tried this one because the pool was open late but… not worth 2-3x the price of nicer campground nearby

    Ps - online when we booked it said “last site” hurry book now in essence. Alas… there are multiple campsites empty on both sides. Front and back are full but the ones.. not under the light… are empty….


Guide to Superior

Campsites near Superior, Montana sit within the mountainous Lolo National Forest at elevations between 2,700 and 3,000 feet. The region's climate follows typical northern Rocky Mountain patterns with warm, dry summers and cold winters. Most dispersed camping areas offer access to the Clark Fork River while established campgrounds generally maintain operations from late May through mid-September.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Trout Creek Campground provides access to quality stream fishing just 5 miles from Interstate 90. "This small stream side forest service campground offers you a shady retreat to rest for the night. Pit toilets, fire rings, and tables are standard here but the campground's real charm is sitting next to the stream where you can relax to the flowing water or fish," notes one visitor to Trout Creek Campground.

Swimming spots: The Clark Fork River provides swimming opportunities at several recreation areas during summer months. A camper at Muchwater Recreation Area commented, "Beautiful site right next to the river. The river was so soothing to hear. Didn't go in due to the current being so strong." Water conditions vary seasonally, with late July through August typically offering safer swimming when water levels drop.

River floating: Clark Fork River attracts float trips throughout summer months. At various river access points, campers can launch inflatable craft for downstream floats. "While my hubby flyfishes, I float on the Clark Fork. You can put in right from your campsite, the beach by the pullthru sites, Dry Creek or Superior, then float to your campsite/beach, St Regis, or 14 Mile/Ferry Landing," shares a regular visitor.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Peninsula Recreation Area offers well-spaced camping spots. "This was a beautiful, free dispersed site with plenty of privacy between sites. They call it peninsula because it is a narrow piece of land between a lively river with nesting eagles and a railway," explains one camper. Most sites feature natural barriers of trees and undergrowth that create separation.

Easy river access: Many campsites provide direct paths to the Clark Fork River. At Lolo National Forest Recreation Area, a visitor noted, "Arrived very late in the dark on Friday night coming back from Canada, and found an amazing site next to the river which drowned out all surrounding noise. Beautiful and forested with privacy and plenty of space to setup 5 tents." The proximity to water remains a consistent draw for campers in this region.

Wildlife viewing: The forested settings around Superior create wildlife viewing opportunities. "There was a young lonely moose crossing the river and sleeping in the camp at night during my stay," reports one camper. Other visitors mention seeing eagles nesting across the river and occasional sightings of sheep on distant hillsides.

What you should know

Train noise: Railroad tracks run parallel to the Clark Fork River, creating noise issues for light sleepers. A visitor to Quartz Flats Campground reported, "It's kinda noisy from the highway and the train tracks. But other than that good." Another camper added, "Train tracks are right across the water so it can get pretty loud, but trains never bother me, personally."

Cell service variations: Mobile coverage varies significantly between camping areas. One camper at Lolo National Forest Recreation Area noted, "We had good service on Verizon and T-Mobile to work." At Muchwater Recreation Area, a visitor reported, "No service with Verizon. A little buggy." Campers requiring consistent connectivity should research specific sites before arrival.

Fire restrictions: Summer fire bans frequently affect camping areas. A visitor observed, "Fire pits were taped off at the time of visit due to high fire danger." Current fire restrictions should be verified with Lolo National Forest offices before arrival, particularly during July and August when restrictions are most common.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Nugget RV Resort offers extensive recreation options for families. "Nice big spots, pool, hiking trails, pickle ball court, frisbee golf," notes one visitor. Another adds, "Great place to stay if you're in the St. Regis area. You don't have to leave the campground if you don't want to with tons of great activities."

Bug preparation: Insect activity peaks in early summer. "Didn't have any issues with bugs or mosquitos despite being by the river in August," reports one camper at Lolo National Forest Recreation Area. For earlier season camping, insect repellent becomes essential, especially for evening activities.

Pet considerations: Most camping areas welcome dogs but require leashing. At Sloway Campground, pets must remain controlled due to wildlife presence and proximity to the river. Similarly, nearly all dispersed sites allow pets with standard restrictions on waste management and noise control.

Tips from RVers

Big rig access: Several sites accommodate larger recreational vehicles with minimal challenges. A visitor to Muchwater Recreation Area stated, "Stayed in site 1 first campsite on your right-hand side, big rig friendly plenty of room for our set up 70+ ft RV and trailer short walk to the river." Another camper noted, "Room for a 30' in a couple of the sites."

Leveling requirements: Many dispersed sites require leveling equipment. At Peninsula Recreation Area, a visitor mentioned, "Sites were clean but well used," suggesting natural terrain variations. Another camper observed, "Sites very unlevel," indicating RVers should come prepared with leveling blocks.

Water and dump access: Campground St. Regis provides full hookup options near Superior. "Full hookups at campground-also has a store and hot showers along with a seasonal outdoor pool. Some sites are crammed together on the concrete while others like we got are private and more rustic," notes one RV camper. For those using dispersed sites, the nearest dump station facilities are located at Quartz Flats Campground with a $10 fee for non-campers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Superior, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Superior, MT offers a wide range of camping options, with 154 campgrounds and RV parks near Superior, MT and 24 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Superior, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Superior, MT is Sloway Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 13 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Superior, MT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 free dispersed camping spots near Superior, MT.