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Quiet, few campers, closes Oct. 1st with some campgrounds remaining open. Narrow asphalt roads in campground. Narrow asphalt pad fairly level. Lots of shade in this campground
Glamping near Wisdom, MT
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McCart Lookout offers a unique glamping experience in the mountains near Sula, Montana, accessed via a short hike from the trailhead. This rustic fire lookout tower provides panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness while offering basic cabin-style glamping accommodations. Guests sleep on a bed platform that accommodates two people and have access to a wood stove for heat, propane cooking stove, and Coleman lantern. "Well worth the drive and the short hike up the mountain. Beautiful views from all around the tower. Very peaceful and relaxing," shared one visitor who appreciated the solitude. Additional glamping options near Wisdom include Vigilante Campground at Bannack State Park, which features a traditional tipi accommodation alongside its standard campsites, providing a cultural glamping experience with modern comforts while maintaining historical authenticity.
The historic ghost town setting distinguishes the glamping experience at Bannack State Park, where guests can explore preserved 1860s mining buildings just steps from their accommodations. The park offers gold panning activities and guided tours that complement the glamping experience. A creek runs through the campground area, providing a peaceful natural soundtrack for overnight stays. According to a camper, "You can stay in a teepee. Excellent campsite right next to a ghost town." The tipi site costs $30 per night for Montana residents or $42 for non-residents. Seasonal activities and special events enhance the glamping experience, with some visitors noting that the best times to visit are during reenactments when volunteers dress in period clothing, creating an immersive historical atmosphere around the glamping accommodations.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Wisdom (16)
1. Lodgepole Campground
"We had a lovely site that was close to the Wise River. Even with a full camp, the ambient sound of the river shielded the sounds of people talking or kids playing. The bathroom facilities were clean."
"Right on top of the highway, you definitely get some road noise here. The trees are pretty thin (maybe not good for hammocks), but there are a lot of them which provide a bit of privacy."
2. Beaverhead National Forest Grasshopper Campground and Picnic Area
"Walking distance to the rustic Elkhorn Hot Springs Resort where you can swim and get a bite to eat. A short drive to crystal park where you can dig up quartz and amethyst."
3. Mccart Lookout
"Well worth the drive and the short hike up the mountain. Beautiful views from all around the tower. Very peaceful and relaxing. The tower sleeps 2 with a bed platform."
from $30 / night
Check Availability4. Wagonhammer RV Park & Campground
"Great location & super clean! Our campsite was right next to the river. Dog friendly and there is a dog island that your fur kid can run around off leash!"
"So close to a five star campground if it were not for the swarming mosquitoes anywhere in the shade."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability5. Philipsburg Bay Campground
"Paid campground $8 per night with senior and access passes, decent vault toilets, potable water, trash disposal, tall pines/shade, paved Loop A 1-24 first come first serve, Loop B has some first come first"
"Next to a Great Lake, lots of space & wooded tree area! We enjoyed a great campfire & only stayed one night but it was great & would have stayed longer if we weren’t moving on."
from $17 - $30 / night
Check Availability6. Sula Country Store and Resort
"I was camping at a nearby national park site that had a flyer for Camp Sula, saying that if you show the receipt from your stay you can use Camp Sulas shower, laundry facilities and wifi at no cost."
"Just need space for dog fence. No problems checking in. Laundry. Bitterroot river on site. Children's fish lake. Did not use bath facilities. Looked good from out side. Cabins are log and adorable."
7. Vigilante Campground — Bannack State Park
"The Campground has 16 sites, one site is just for those arriving by bike. A tipi is available for $30 a night for Montana residents or $42 for non-residents."
"Bannack Montana was the 1st Territorial Capital of Montana. The Ghost town allows you a look at how settlers and miners leaved in the early day of Montana."
from $50 / night
Check Availability8. Fairmont RV Resort
"Proximity to the Hot Springs nice, would have liked to see a little price break to use the spa facility. the sites were nice and large friendly staff"
"Sites are close to each other. There were no picnic tables and wood fires are not allowed so no fire rings."
9. River's Fork Lodge & RV Park
"When we arrived we found zero cell service but the WiFi was a savor."
10. Piney Campground And Boat Launch
"Water pump nearby. Full 5G. Basically glamping at this point. Georgetown Lake is right there. Mountain views everywhere you look. One of the prettiest campgrounds in Montana, full stop."
"Snagged a FCFS site at this wonderful Montana state park after reading reviews. So glad I did. Such a nice campground, nice neighbors. Lots of people out on the lake boating."
from $17 / night
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 1 min from Helena, MT
- 2 hrs 5 min from Missoula, MT
- 2 hrs 14 min from Bozeman, MT
- 2 hrs 41 min from Idaho Falls, ID
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Glamping Reviews near Wisdom, MT
96 Reviews of 16 Wisdom Campgrounds
- AArielGuide
2 Bar Lazy H RV Campground
Do not stay here
We camped here as a last resort driving through on 90. There were thunderstorms and we didn’t want to risk muddy conditions of dispersed camping at 11pm. We drove up, and everything was closed. There were payment envelopes, but no fees posted. We took an envelope, but left in the car, intending to pay in the morning. There was a large sign posted on the hut next to the office stating “Don’t bother me until after 10:00am.” The campground is a gravel lot next to the freeway, with high weeds and broken down cars/RV around the perimeter. There is one shower/bathroom house, with a key code. One dumpster. One spigot for water. The spaces have full hookups, but are so close together it looks like a derelict parking lot with a view of the freeway. We slept there, and the next morning at 8:30, the owner drove up in his 4 wheeler, yelling and cursing at us. Our leashed dogs barked at him, as he was verbally attacking us, and he threatened to hit them with his 4 wheeler. Apparently, someone had dropped $10 for payment in an envelope last night and he thought it was us. He continued screaming in my husband’s face along with our three and eight year old sons next to him, stating how little money $10 would buy. I came out and told him that wasn’t our payment, our envelope is in the car, and we couldn’t pay last night as there were no prices listed. The then told us to settle up as we leave, still didn’t give us the code to the bathroom, and then said he was going to have to find the “f$$cking sonan1tch” who gave him only $10. And drove away. No apologies, no nothing. This place is a sh1t hole with a mean tempered owner who nearly gets into violent altercations as a first course of action. Oh, and a site with electricity is $60.
John W.GuidePhilipsburg Bay Campground
Short walk to lake
Good choice of first come first served spots in lodgepole pine forest. Tree cover not great for solar & starlink. Quite crowded in early August with various floating and boating activities. Sites spread out.
- PPatricia P.
TravelerPhilipsburg Bay Campground
First official campground
More than likely we will be off grid at a non-developed pull off but with the lake so close we wanted to check it out. Neighbors are close and being here during the week and gone by weekend appears to be the only way to do it.
- GGia H.Guide
Philipsburg Bay Campground
In the pines
Easy to get to, very popular. Paid campground $8 per night with senior and access passes, decent vault toilets, potable water, trash disposal, tall pines/shade, paved Loop A 1-24 first come first serve, Loop B has some first come first serve as well, Loop C no first come first serve. Cell service, plenty for zoom meetings. With shade, solar is challenging. No hook ups. Campfire rings and firewood for sale by the host. Need a water craft to get on lake for fishing.
- JJudy C.
ScoutRombo Campground
We Loved Rombo
We recently camped at Rombo campground, with friends, and had a wonderful time. The campground is quite small, perhaps 15 individual spots, which worked well for us, as I particularly like the more private and quieter locations. There was potable water spigots and bear proof garbage containers. The fire rings looked fairly new, with higher, larger rings and sturdy grates.
The camp host is very friendly and helpful. He cleans the pit toilets on a regular basis and does a great job. He travels through the campground regularly, with his little dog Jellybean, making sure that everyone is taking care of their campsites (no unattended fires, trash issues, parking issues, etc.)
Most sites had an easy access to the river and there were a few trails nearby to hike on. We heard heron calls in the evening, as well as seeing many smaller critters. The camp host warned us that bears had been visiting the campgrounds near the Painted Rock Reservoir, about 10 miles away, and could show up at our campground as well, so we were sure to pack all food items away.
The spaces for campers were not very large so I would say this is best suited for smaller campers or travel vans. We had a tear drop trailer, which was perfect for the site that we found. There are only a few sites that can be reserved online, the rest are on a first come basis. Our only complaint about our three days there, is that there was a crew across the river that was clearing deadfall and working with chainsaws. They started at about 5:45 each morning but had to quit at 2:00 pm. That put a damper on trying to sleep in and the noise was a bit irritating as it sounded like a dirt bike racetrack around the forest.
Heatherann W.TravelerSpring Hill Campground
Nice wooded, scenic location
This campground was easy to find. Looks clean. Picnic table is of the cement fashion. Nice fire pit. It's a very nice wooded campground.
- JJeremy H.Guide
Sula Country Store and Resort
Quiet gem
Loved this place. We stayed for 2 nights in June and it was a fantastic and relaxing spot. Clean and well maintained and surroundings were beautiful. My boys loved feeding the fish in the pond and walking up and down the river. Staff were very friendly and kind. Would absolutely stay here again
- Jesse L.Traveler
Piney Campground And Boat Launch
5 Stars, 5G, and a Yellow Lab Named Bo
Reserved through Recreation.gov — easy process, well worth it. Easy to find, just know your loop — A or B matters. Sites are flat, paved, well spaced, and the outhouses were shockingly clean. Water pump nearby. Full 5G. Basically glamping at this point. Georgetown Lake is right there. Mountain views everywhere you look. One of the prettiest campgrounds in Montana, full stop. Fire rings are solid. Spacing is generous enough that I barely registered my neighbors — something about a toddler being enthusiastically towed around camp by Bo, a yellow lab operating completely outside the chain of command. Barely noticed. Bring sunscreen. The wind is relentless and you won't feel yourself turning into a strip of beef jerky until it's too late. Think twice before deploying your awning unless you've always wanted to track its flight path toward North Dakota. The campground hosts a thriving colony of what appear to be prairie dogs. They chirp. Constantly. You get used to it. Probably. Mosquitoes are rumored to exist here at sunset. The wind refused to let us confirm this. Bring repellant anyway — the wind takes days off occasionally. Exceptional spot. Would return without hesitation.
Guide to Wisdom
Camping options near Wisdom, Montana encompass forested sites along creeks and mountainous terrain at elevations around 6,000 feet. The area experiences cold winters with heavy snowfall and short summers, creating distinct camping seasons from late May through September. Several campgrounds offer alternative accommodations including yurts and cabins for those seeking shelter from the region's variable mountain weather patterns.
What to do
Fishing access: Lodgepole Campground provides direct creek access with Wise River running alongside campsites. "We had a lovely site that was close to the Wise River. Even with a full camp, the ambient sound of the river shielded the sounds of people talking or kids playing," notes one camper who appreciated the natural sound barrier.
Gem hunting: Within short driving distance from Beaverhead National Forest Grasshopper Campground, visitors can dig for crystals. "A short drive to crystal park where you can dig up quartz and amethyst," shares a reviewer who enjoyed this unique activity in the Pioneer Mountains.
Historical exploration: At Vigilante Campground, campers can explore Montana's first territorial capital. "The Ghost town allows you a look at how settlers and miners leaved in the early day of Montana. See the 1st Territorial Governors Manson (ok, small cabin). Almost all of building you can enter," explains a reviewer detailing the historical significance.
What campers like
Creek-side relaxation: Sites at Vigilante Campground offer peaceful waterfront camping. "Awesome little campground next to Grasshopper Creek. Each space has plenty of room for the kids to run around and play. Caught a few fish on the fly too," shares one visitor who enjoyed both the spacious sites and fishing opportunities.
Natural isolation: Lodgepole Campground offers well-spaced sites that provide privacy. "With the exception of sites 1 and 2, all the other sites are nicely spread out. Campground is fully paved, has two vault toilets and one hand pump for water, 10 sites total," notes a camper describing the layout and amenities.
Family activities: Several campgrounds provide dedicated recreation areas. "There is free put-put golf, horseshoes, tetherball and a small well stocked fishing pond with benches to watch the action or simply admire the beauty of the surroundings," writes a visitor about the family-friendly amenities at Sula Country Store and Resort.
What you should know
Weather variability: The mountain climate can bring unexpected conditions even in summer. "We got snow on Labor Day weekend (still Summer!), so check the forecast," warns a camper who experienced unseasonable weather at Beaverhead National Forest Grasshopper Campground.
Limited connectivity: Cell service is spotty throughout the region. "No cell service (AT&T & Sprint), Poor WiFi," notes one digital nomad staying at Wagonhammer RV Park & Campground, adding that "If you are a digital nomad and stay here then go to Salmon (30-minute drive), turn left, and a few blocks down on your left is the public library. It's the best wifi you'll find."
Yurt camping options: For those interested in yurt camping near Wisdom, Montana, several campgrounds offer alternative accommodations. "We are in a 28' camper. Very quiet and nice. Lots of wood for $6," reports a camper at Philipsburg Bay Campground, where both traditional camping and alternative shelter options are available.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Georgetown Lake provides safe recreation for children. "This was an awesome sleepy little campground. Campsites surround the lake. There is quite a lot of privacy considering there are not many trees," shares a camper at Piney Campground And Boat Launch, noting the family-friendly lakeside setting.
Kid-friendly exploring: Historic sites provide educational opportunities. "Great for kids. Campgrounds are right by the creek, awesome 100+ year old buildings. Check out Bannack Days!" recommends a parent who visited Vigilante Campground with their family.
Bug protection: Some areas have significant mosquito populations. "Bring bug spray because the mosquitos are out of control! Highly recommend doing some hiking nearby! Great trails with beautiful views!!!" advises a regular visitor to Lodgepole Campground who returns annually for family trips.
Tips from RVers
Limited hookups: Most forest service campgrounds have no utilities. "Most people were in self sufficient RVs since there are not hookups. The campground also had a water pump with clean and very cold water," notes a camper at Lodgepole Campground, highlighting the need for self-sufficiency.
Solar limitations: Tree cover affects solar charging capabilities. "Nice, shaded little spot on the lake. Every site we saw was in the pines. Great for shade, terrible if you rely on solar," explains an RVer at Philipsburg Bay Campground who advises bringing alternative power sources.
Level sites: Many campgrounds offer well-maintained parking areas. "Nice level gravel site. Sites are close to each other. There were no picnic tables and wood fires are not allowed so no fire rings," reports an RVer staying at Fairmont RV Resort, noting both the positive aspects and limitations of the site layout.
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