The best waterfall campgrounds near Arlee, Montana

Looking to go camping near Arlee, Montana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1500 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, Hipcamp has got you covered. And with an average price per night of $82 and options as low as $18, there's something for every budget. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews from fellow campers: Primrose Meadows (652 reviews), Burke Creekside lisa J's (88 reviews), and Mere's Magic Rainbow Trout Pond (68 reviews). Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash services. And if you're into whitewater paddling, biking, or fishing, you'll find plenty of opportunities for those activities too. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors with Hipcamp!

98% (25)

Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Arlee, Montana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 1500 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, parking your RV, or staying in a cozy cabin, Hipcamp has got you covered. And with an average price per night of $82 and options as low as $18, there's something for every budget. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews from fellow campers: Primrose Meadows (652 reviews), Burke Creekside lisa J's (88 reviews), and Mere's Magic Rainbow Trout Pond (68 reviews). Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and trash services. And if you're into whitewater paddling, biking, or fishing, you'll find plenty of opportunities for those activities too. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors with Hipcamp!

98% (25)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

97%

(17)

9.1mi from Arlee · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Saint Ignatius, MT

We are an operating Farm/Ranch and Horse Facility. We offer not only camping but a real ranch feel and experience and incredible hospitality. We have not only a view of the mission mountains but the BEST view with both waterfalls in view. Our property sits off the road next to our peaceful hay field with wildlife, horses, donkeys, mules, milk cows and chickens galore! We cannot wait to meet you!

2. The Hohnstead

100%

(10)

24mi from Arlee · 6 sites · Lodging · Bonner, MT

We are modern-day homesteaders who have worked from bare land to build simple necessities into suitable amenities, into small luxuries. For us, having a roof over our head, a campfire to share stories with our guests, an outdoor shower, electricity, water, a peaceful forest that surrounds us - they are all luxuries that we love, and sharing them with our guests makes hosting the best job ever!

3. Lolo National Forest

92%

(12)

395 sites · Alberton, Montana

You are going to be filled to the brim with glee when you discover Lolo National Forest. Seriously; this is the kind of place you can stand with your feet in a crystal clear stream, bighorn sheep filling the meadow, with the sun setting behind snowcapped mountain peaks in the distance. And that’s just a roadside pull off! With over two million acres to explore, hikers, bikers and backcountry seekers will be stoked on the supa-lush forest, and trails like Cougar Peak Lookout and the Lolo Peak trail (which we assure you is not low-low). Boat for a day in Seeley Lake, or cast a line into pristine mountain streams for a try at the trout. Dinner is going to taste great over the campfire! Through the meadows or up the peaks, it’s easy enough to get your share of adventure at Lolo.

Pets

Potable water

Toilets

4. Flathead National Forest

79%

(26)

300 sites · Swan Lake, Montana

The Flathead National Forest is all about its geography. It lies in the heart of the Rockies, just west of the continental divide, and a pinch south of the Canadian Border. With geography like this, landscape magic is bound to occur, and it does. With over 2.4 million acres, the Flathead features three wilderness areas, impressive ski areas, commanding wild ranges, meandering streams, and raging rivers (this list could go on). Spend your days hiking, rafting, wildlife viewing, snowshoeing, and fishing. At night shack up in a Forest Service cabin or pitch a tent beneath the northern lights. Get the fire roaring, raise your bottle, and make a toast to the Flathead and her geographic magic!

Pets

Potable water

Toilets

5. Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

87%

(27)

413 sites · Pierce, Idaho

Get out of town! No, really. Need a little vacation from everyday life? The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest provides premium “unplug and unwind” opportunities. The four million diverse acres offers breathtaking scenery, wildlife viewing galore, ample hiking and backpacking trails, and basically any outdoor activity you can imagine. Whether you’re lookin’ for a cozy cabin escape, a family reunion getaway, or to explore the backcountry, folks of all strokes will be pleased with the array of overnight accommodations. From the dry rugged canyons, to the moist cedar forests. to the rolling uplands, the varied landscape is home to a myriad of animal inhabitants. Known for their wild character, nearly half of the forests are designated wilderness. Ready for some ragin’ rapids? The forests are home to three rivers, popular among adrenaline junkie floaters—the Selway, the Lochsa, and the Salmon. Whatever your MO, there’s a way to relax and recharge at this National Forest!

Pets

Potable water

Toilets

Public campgrounds near Arlee

Kreis Pond Campground

17mi from Arlee · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Lindbergh Lake Campground

24mi from Arlee · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Flathead National Forest

Lakeside Campground

26mi from Arlee · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Lake Inez Point Campground

26mi from Arlee · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Lake Alva Campground

26mi from Arlee · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Double Arrow Lookout

26mi from Arlee · 1 site · in Lolo National Forest

100%

(6)

Seeley Lake Campground

27mi from Arlee · 29 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

River Point Campground

27mi from Arlee · 26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Big Larch Campground

28mi from Arlee · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Owl Creek Cabin

29mi from Arlee · 1 site · in Flathead National Forest

100%

(10)

Holland Lake Campground

29mi from Arlee · 42 sites · Tents, RVs · in Flathead National Forest

Lolo Creek Campground and Picnic Area

31mi from Arlee · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Stories from the community

N

Nate

October 2025

16 ft car

4 nights at Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

There were great views and friendly dogs. Megan and Jay were very accommodating and responsive when I had any questions. I would stay here again in an instant!

O

Olivia

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

Beautiful property with amazing views, very tranquil. Easy check in process & great communication

C

Chip

July 2025

28 ft toy hauler

12 nights at Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

Very quite, gracious hosts. You are at a high point overlooking the agricultural valley and at the foot of the mountains. Lots of wildlife and great sunrise and sunsets.

E

Eve

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

Megan and Jay were wonderful hosts!! Even though we arrived much later than expected, they were so kind to welcome us and guide us to our private, peaceful campsite. We woke up next to donkeys and horses, also being greeted by Tom the hipcamp dog! We were surrounded by mountains by day, and glimpses of the milky way by night. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful campsite.

B

Bonnie

June 2025

17 ft campervan

1 night at Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

Wow! This site far exceeded our expectations and made us wish we had more time to stay additional days. Don’t hesitate booking this site, it’ll be one of the best places you’ve ever stayed. Thanks Megan for sharing this paradise with us.