Best Tent Camping near Wise River, MT
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Best Tent Sites Near Wise River, MT (32)
1. Beaverhead National Forest Pettengill Campground
Wise River, Montana2 Reviews•7 Photos•10 SavesThis campground is named after an early homesteader, the "Wild Man of the Mountains" George Pettingill. His grave is nearby. He is widely admired in the area although he was somewhat of a hermit. The campground is located where the Wise River meets Pettengill Creek.
- Pets
- Fires
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Picnic Table
2. Brownes Bridge Fishing Access Site
Glen, Montana3 Reviews•14 Photos•23 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
3. Salmon Fly
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana2 Reviews•11 Photos•14 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
4. Fishtrap Creek Montana FWP
Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, Montana1 Review•14 Photos•7 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
5. East Bank Rec Site
Wise River, Montana1 Review•13 Photos•5 SavesA series of small recreation sites are located along a 73-mile stretch of the Big Hole River between Wisdom and Melrose. The river offers blue ribbon trout fishing and excellent float boating. Nine of the sites are managed by BLM. Beginning at Melrose and going west, the sites are: Maiden Rock I, Maiden Rock East, Divide Bridge, Divide Campground, Jerry Creek Bridge, Dickie Bridge, East Bank, Sawlog Creek, and Pintlar Creek.
Facilities:
Boat Ramp, Restrooms, Gravel Parking, Tables, Fire-rings and Information Kiosk
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Toilets
- Alcohol
6. Jerry Creek Br Fish Access
Wise River, Montana1 Review•1 SaveA series of small recreation sites are located along a 73-mile stretch of the Big Hole River between Wisdom and Melrose. The river offers blue ribbon trout fishing and excellent float boating. Nine of the sites are managed by BLM. Beginning at Melrose and going west, the sites are: Maiden Rock I, Maiden Rock East, Divide Bridge, Divide Campground, Jerry Creek Bridge, Dickie Bridge, East Bank, Sawlog Creek, and Pintlar Creek. Facilities at Jerry Creek--boat ramp, restrooms, picnic tables, fire-rings, gravel parking and information kiosk
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7. Maidenrock
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana2 Reviews•8 Photos•1 Save- Pets
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- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
8. Beaverhead National Forest Grasshopper Campground and Picnic Area
Polaris, Montana1 Review•3 Photos•11 Saves- Pets
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
- Glamping
- Trash
10. Stuart Mill Bay
Philipsburg, Montana3 Reviews•25 Photos•8 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
Recent Tent Reviews in Wise River
294 Reviews of 32 Wise River Campgrounds
Kyle D.
Guide
Dickie Bridge
Nice place to camp and fish.
We have always loved coming out here to camp. The mosquitoes can get pretty thick at times so be prepared.
TaraGuide
Maiden Rock Dispersed
Best Dispersed Camping
For a dispersed BLM camping area, this is lovely. Plenty of sites that each have a picnic table and long gravel spot to park an RV. There’s a cute little river and some interesting rock features. Close to the freeway so an excellent stop for a night spot.
Marne F.
Traveler
Barretts Station Park Campground
Barretts Park "Campground "
It's basically a park with 2 RV spots tucked in at the end that were taken. The rest of "camping" is free in the gravel lot. Water and pit toilets, picnic tables available. It was close to the freeway, so there was lots of road noise all night.
Kelda C.GuideMaiden Rock Dispersed
Great find!
This place looks like a paid campground, only free! All the spots have a picnic table, fire pit and bear box. The mountain views all all around you are gorgeous. Some other folks camping here went trout fishing - so that's an option. Only downside is that my dogs had some trouble walking on the gravel.
GPS: 45.702416, -112.736869
Tristan S.TravelerBarretts Station Park Campground
Easy Access Campsite
Stopped here on my way back home to Grand Teton. Super clean and large campsite with a few fire rings and an outhouse. A little noisy just because it’s right next to the interstate, but at night it’s fairly quiet.
- KKenyonGuide
Beaverhead River RV Park
Older RV Park used to be a KOA
We stayed here twice this year, once going North and then headed South for home. First time they put us in a full hook-up that was to small so I asked for a bigger spot and because about 1/3rd of the spots were empty, they moved me. Owner was very friendly and willing to find us a better spot. Second time was on Sunday and the note on door put us in an even smaller full hook-up, despite me asking for a bigger site so I wouldn't have to unhook. This is one reason for only three stars. Office was closed and no one answered the phone or returned our call. The site was totally unacceptable. Even if I un-hooked there was not enough room to park the pick-up truck. Left several messages, no response. We moved to an empty water/electric only site and set up. An hour later another camper came in and said we were in their spot. We moved again to another spot hoping no one would claim it. Still no response from owner. I guess camp is unsupervised on Sunday. Maybe owner was out of town.
Second reason for only three stars: Camp is older and full hook-up sites are close to each other. I did not see any 50 amp, only 30 amp. The openings for dumping are a couple of inches below ground level and the kind you just point the hose down and put a few rocks over to hold it down. Gravel sites that are mostly level.
The Good: The water and electric only sites in the back (spots 28 to 36) of the park are long and spread out. I recommend if you can go without having sewer connection, the ones in back (spots 28 to 36) are the best to stay in. Don't get the ones in front. Big trees and lots of grass (but watch out for the gofer holes). Quiet and peaceful night.
Did not use their restrooms or showers or pool (may not have been open) so no comment. There is a dump site. Wifi was 17 mbs but slowed down in the evening. We use AT&T and got two bars of 5G.
kaitlyn L.
ScoutJerry Creek Br Fish Access
Parking lot
If you were self contained and just looking to get off the 15 for the night then it would work for ya. Otherwise it’s just a big boat parking lot for the river. Plus side it has an outhouse
Alyessa L.TravelerBarretts Station Park Campground
Easy to find. Lots of bugs!
Easy pull off, good amount of spots and not too busy! We stayed on the right were there are 2 spots away from the rest. Bugs are INTENSE though!
owen T.GuideAgency Creek Campground Lehmi Pass
Lewis and clark stopped here
7 spots off the beaten path, small creek lehmi. On the Lewis and Ckark trail. Bathroom is ADA.
- owen T.Guide
Maiden Rock Dispersed
MAIDEN ROCK MINE
Blm camping on the big hole river, montana, free up to 16 days. About 15 spots. Boat ramp, fishing hiking fire pits, no wood available.
Renee G.Guide
Flint Creek Campground
Awesome spot!
Great easy access spot! This area is free to use and is well maintained. Each site has a fire pit and a picnic bench. Also, each site has lots of space and decent privacy. Toilet, water, and food storage is provided. Lots of spots have creek access which is nice.
Lisa K.Traveler
Pintler Campground
Few spots on lovely remote lake
Pinter Lake is 10 miles from the main road hwy 43. The mostly gravel road is far from smooth with uncomfortable washboard feeling much of the route. Three spots are available, although people did make two ad how sites down by the river. Both were RVs. No water pump here, so must bring your own. The lake is lovely but covered for the most part with lily pads on the backside of the lake. A creek coming from the lake also is adjacent to campground. Because of its remote location, it seems many appreciate the quiet, so I wouldn’t recommend it for those who have noisy activities like ATVs. It’s buggy with only a slight breeze to keep flys away. Overall nice but remote with only one bathroom facility. Fairly clean but lots of flies.
- Lisa K.Traveler
Lodgepole Campground
Nice to be by the river
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. Most campsites had some shade for either sitting or having a tent. 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.
Aly E.Guide
Racetrack Campground
Very secluded
So the road is gravel and pretty far with private property signs on both sides til you get there. Directions take you there with no problem. Two bathroom locations and spots along the creek. No wildlife while we was there. A few other campers but all spaced apart well so it was secluded. It is 15$ and you have a QR code to scan to pay, however there is ZERO signal there to get online to pay so we paid once we left and got back into town for the night we stayed.
- Lisa K.Traveler
Lowland Campground
Quiet spot with shade
We stayed four days here and it was great! From Wednesday through Friday, we basically had the entire place to ourselves. Even in July, the mornings and evenings were cool and pleasant. The camp has three clean toilets stocked with toilet paper, and a pump water fountain with clean and cold water to enjoy. Overall pleasant but ATV campers showed up Saturday, driving around the camp, but they were polite after quiet hours. Short trail in the campground, and about five miles from entrance was the Continental Divide Trail. We didn’t know about that until we were leaving, so we will come back to explore. 20 spaces. Will accommodate RV off grid, but no generators after 10 pm, which is good. So quiet at night!!
Scott C.Guide
Stony Campground
It's nice.
It's not on the water but it is in a good place to get to. Half the spots are shady and the others are in the open in the sun.
Adam K.Traveler
Galena Gulch
if you're small, skip the campground
Big rigs have a great space at the bottom of the hill... but if you're in a truck, van, etc., head on up the hill. The road is in great shape. There are some pullouts, but look for a road on the right (veer left at the private drive; you'll see a sign) and you'll find a great site with a fire ring and somewhat level ground. Chances are it'll be COVERED in cow poop, but hey. It's quiet, aside from the mooing of cows, and totally private. There's probably more up the road, too, I just didn't go further. Solitude.
- SStephanie G.Guide
Countryside RV Park
Lots of green grass!
This is a great place in Montana. Easy access. Right outside Dillon MT. We stayed here one night and then the the Lewis and Clark Limestone Cavern tour. It is about an hour. Camp ground is super clean and all the sites are very easy to access. Very nice hosts.
- KKevinScout
Racetrack Campground
Gem
Great sites by a stream,,,just beautiful.
- JJohn R.
LegendBeaverhead River RV Park
Unexpected and good.
Beautiful kept park. Lots of activities. Large dog park. Propane, laundry, store.
- llaurie W.Traveler
Copper Creek Campground
Small camp in NFS on a creek
Quiet busy on weekends NFS rules 14 day stay
Caleb J. B.Traveler
Stuart Mill Bay
Best private place on the lake
This site is one of the best sites if you want a bit of privacy. As with the rest of the Georgetown Lake sites, there are a number of people, but you have many options to try and limit contact.
Chris N.Guide
Crystal Creek Campground
Good option for developed campground on the skalkaho
We appreciated with fire ring and picnic table at this small rustic campground. It was a moist spring, so lots of bugs to contend with, but overall a lovely experience.
- Chris N.Guide
Indian Trees Campground
Lovely campground in the trees with a small creek
This campground was lovely. We had spot 14, which is an excellent spot with lots of room, easy access to a vault toilet and lovely background noise from the creek. Camp hosts are very welcoming and accommodating.
DS K.TravelerFlint Creek Campground
Quiet on the banks of flint creek
Very nice stop. Just a few others here on a weekend.
- JJanelle G.Guide
Glen Campground
Best Free BLM Campground Ever!!
I’m not sure why others gave this campground reviews any stars under five! First, this campground is on BLM and free, and only costs money if coming with a group of many or some type of organizations’ camping outing; and the fee is so very minimal even for this. For regular, independent camping, it’s free being on BLM land, per their notice board. Despite being a free, BLM campground, it’s well-maintained, clean, possesses established, separate tent sites with a parking block for each separate vehicle, an area for RVs, even, and a maintained outhouse central to the tent sites and RV space. It’s also set right next to the river offering great fishing! There’s homes across the river, and a bit of vehicle traffic from those specific homes, for whatever reasons; but this campsite is still very much separated, regularly maintained, and flippin’ free! What’s there to possibly complain about?! I’ve camped free on BLM land many times, and it is pretty rugged and wild. There are no established tent or RV sites, no outhouses for the bathroom to use, nothing. You make of it as you will. I’m not understanding why every camper hasn’t given Glen Campground five stars! Also, future campers, PLEASE remember to pack in and pack out of ANY campground, including this one. Though it is maintained, they do not come daily as it is a free campground on BLM land and does not have garbage bins or water spigots. The campers that stayed before us, in the tent site next to ours, left litter everywhere and aluminum and tin cans in the fire pit. Come on now, people! Beer cans, canned vegetable cans, and the like are NOT biodegradable and do not burn down in a camp fire! Use common sense!! Pack in AND pack out all your items, including your GARBAGE!!
- Traci B.Guide
Glen Campground
Nice over night stop on the Big Hole River
Easy over night stay. Free.
Guide to Wise River
Tent camping near Wise River, Montana, offers a blend of scenic beauty and outdoor adventure, making it an ideal getaway for nature enthusiasts.
Tips for tent camping near Wise River
- The Brownes Bridge Fishing Access Site provides a small, private setting right on the river, perfect for those seeking tranquility and fishing opportunities.
- At Pettengill Campground, you’ll find well-spaced sites with paved parking, making it easy to set up camp and enjoy nearby hiking trails.
- Fishtrap Creek Montana FWP offers a wide-open campground along the Big Hole River, ideal for sunbathing and fishing, though be prepared to bring your own water.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- Enjoy fishing and boating at the Salmon Fly, where six campsites are conveniently located right on the river.
- Explore the scenic trails at Humbug Spires Wilderness Study Area, which serves as a trailhead for a beautiful six-mile hike.
- Experience the remote beauty of Pintler Campground, located near a lovely lake, perfect for quiet reflection and nature walks.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- The Maidenrock FAS features picnic tables and fire rings, providing a basic yet comfortable camping experience along the Big Hole River.
- East Bank Rec Site offers well-spread out sites with gravel parking pads and a boat launch area, making it a great spot for fishing enthusiasts.
- At Canyon Creek Campground, campers can enjoy a peaceful environment with access to basic facilities, perfect for a simple camping experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Wise River, MT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Wise River, MT is Beaverhead National Forest Pettengill Campground with a 4-star rating from 2 reviews.
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