Glamping sites near White Sulphur Springs, Montana typically remain open from Memorial Day through mid-September, with some extending their seasons depending on weather conditions. The region sits at elevations between 5,000-6,000 feet in the Lewis and Clark National Forest, surrounded by four mountain ranges: the Castle, Big Belt, Little Belt, and Crazy Mountains. Nights often drop below 50°F even in summer, making proper insulation essential for comfort.
What to do
Mountain hiking trails: Vigilante Campground offers excellent access to hiking opportunities. "A trail head in camp for Hanging Valley trail, 11+ mile round trip, lots of climbing to get to a hole in the wall that lets you look straight down into the canyon," notes one visitor. The fairly flat Trout Creek trail also runs through the canyon for a 6-mile round trip option.
Fishing access: Newlan Creek Reservoir provides multiple fishing spots with six different camping areas. "The fishing is great and it's a wonderful family friendly lake," reports one camper. The reservoir features a boat launch and dock in Section 2, making it convenient for anglers with boats.
Wildlife viewing: The Castle Mountains offer opportunities to spot local wildlife. At Fairy Lake Campground, visitors report close encounters with mountain goats and bears. "Mountain Goats will come in your camp and they will do what goats do and want to check you out. They are not scared," warns one camper who stayed at the site.
What campers like
Creekside sites: Many glamping accommodations feature creek access. At Jumping Creek Campground, visitors appreciate the running water. "We stayed right next to the creek and had a very peaceful stay with beautiful scenery," shares one reviewer, while another mentions "a nice stream runs through the campground."
Secluded locations: The Castle Mountains provide isolated glamping options away from crowds. "Small secluded campsite, easy to get to. Would recommend hiking Trout Creek Canyon. Stunning!" writes one camper about Vigilante. Another reports "all the campsites are in the trees" at Grasshopper Creek Campground, providing natural privacy.
Lake views: Canyon Ferry Lake offers waterfront glamping with amenities. "Cool nights around a campfire looking out on the moonlit lake" is how one camper describes their experience at Duck Creek primitive camping area. Despite being primitive, these sites provide direct water access for paddling and swimming.
What you should know
Road conditions: Many glamping sites require travel on rough roads. Grasshopper Creek Campground has "very rough road going in" according to one reviewer. For Fairy Lake, a camper cautions, "the 6-mile unmaintained road to get to the campground is definitely rough. The warnings are justified—it's bumpy, rocky, and slow going."
Limited facilities: Most glamping options have basic amenities only. "This is primitive camping, all you are going to find here is a flat grassy area to camp with rock fire rings. No facilities, no water, no trash, no outhouse so come prepared," explains one visitor to Duck Creek. Similarly, at Jumping Creek one visitor notes, "this campground has seen better days. This 15 site campground is without trees so you are in clear view of everyone else."
Weather preparedness: Strong winds and rapid weather changes affect glamping sites. Silos Campground is described as "a large open and windy campground with no tree cover. All the trees are along the lake and provide little to no relief from the sun or constant winds that blow through the area."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Canyon Ferry Lake KOA offers facilities designed for children. "Great Playground, close to tent sites. Nice staff and great coffee and beautiful setting!" says one reviewer. This resort-style glamping location combines natural beauty with amenities families need.
Creek exploration for kids: Shallow water features provide safe play areas for children. At Logging Creek, one visitor shares that "there is water for kids to play in." Another family camping at Grasshopper Creek found that the "nice creek running through the campground" offered "good place for kids" to explore.
Bathroom considerations: Cleanliness varies widely between glamping locations. Canyon Ferry KOA receives praise for having the "cleanest and nicest bathrooms I've seen in a long time!!" In contrast, some reviewers report less maintained facilities at other sites, with one noting Logging Creek had a bathroom that was "ATROCIOUS and gross" during their visit.
Tips from RVers
Site access challenges: Several glamping areas have limited RV accessibility. At Jumping Creek, a visitor warns, "I didn't know what to expect and white knuckled a bit driving my little old motorhome down into this ground. This is a bit of a trek." Tight turns can also be problematic, with a Newlan Creek visitor noting it "has trees and some tight corners for those larger rigs."
Hook-up availability: Most glamping sites offer minimal RV services. Logging Creek provides electric hookups at some sites but lacks water and sewer connections. For full service glamping in RVs, Canyon Ferry KOA remains the primary option, with one visitor commenting on their "luxury cabin accommodations."
Parking surface quality: The terrain at many sites presents challenges for RVs. "Sites were on the outside of a loop like many FS campgrounds," notes one RVer about Jumping Creek, adding that "some are not terribly level." Another mentions that at Newlan Creek, sites have "distinct parking pads" in the first three sections, making them more suitable for vehicles.
