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South Van Houten Campground

South Van Houten Campground is located near rugged terrain with forests and mountains in Montana. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest and Bannack State Park.

Description

National Forest

This campground is located across the lake from North Van Houten Campground and surrounded by lodgepole pine.

General Notes: There is no water at this campground. There is no cell phone coverage in the area. There is no garbage service at the campground so please pack out what you pack in.

There are 3 established family sites available. There is a 16 day stay limit at this campground.

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Location

South Van Houten Campground is located in Montana

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Jackson travel 1.5 miles south on Highway 278 and take Forest Road 181. Continue for 10.5 miles to the campground.

Coordinates

45.244112 N
113.477904 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.

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Reviewed Aug. 2, 2023

Lovely lakeside camping for free!

Nice small camping area with about 5 sites, complete with picnic tables and fire rings with grills. It was a fairly long drive down a somewhat road but wide gravel road, but I did see a truck with a big fifth wheel on it, so you can definitely do it!

Fishing in lake, just no motorized boats. Pit toilets. Pretty area!

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at South Van Houten Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at South Van Houten Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does South Van Houten Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, South Van Houten Campground does not have wifi.