Lake Camping Near Big Timber, Montana, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2026

Looking to camp near Big Timber, Montana and enjoy the serenity of a lake? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 95 camping options specifically tailored to your preference for a lake. With average prices per night starting at $45 and options as low as $20, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Trees, Lake view, Rock buttes! with 69 reviews, and Abi H.'s Land with 7 reviews. Popular amenities include toilets, showers, and potable water, while whitewater paddling, hiking, and horseback riding are among the popular activities to enjoy. So pack your gear and get ready for the ultimate lake camping experience near Big Timber, Montana.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Big Timber

1. Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

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46mi from Big Timber · 20 sites · Lodging

We purchased our 6-acre home in Paradise Valley in 2010 and have our own little slice of paradise nestled between the Absaroka and Gallatin Mountain Ranges. * 38 miles north of Yellowstone National Park * 10-minute drive to music venues * 360-degree mountain views * 5 minutes from Chico Hot Springs * 20 minutes to Dailey lake / 5 minutes to the Yellowstone River

2. Cooney Reservoir State Park

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92 sites · Boyd, Montana

Discover Cooney State Park's scenic vistas and abundant outdoor activities.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Looking to camp near Big Timber, Montana and enjoy the serenity of a lake? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 95 camping options specifically tailored to your preference for a lake. With average prices per night starting at $45 and options as low as $20, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Trees, Lake view, Rock buttes! with 69 reviews, and Abi H.'s Land with 7 reviews. Popular amenities include toilets, showers, and potable water, while whitewater paddling, hiking, and horseback riding are among the popular activities to enjoy. So pack your gear and get ready for the ultimate lake camping experience near Big Timber, Montana.

99% (141)

Top-rated campgrounds near Big Timber

1. Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

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(266)

46mi from Big Timber · 20 sites · Lodging

We purchased our 6-acre home in Paradise Valley in 2010 and have our own little slice of paradise nestled between the Absaroka and Gallatin Mountain Ranges. * 38 miles north of Yellowstone National Park * 10-minute drive to music venues * 360-degree mountain views * 5 minutes from Chico Hot Springs * 20 minutes to Dailey lake / 5 minutes to the Yellowstone River

2. Cooney Reservoir State Park

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(4)

92 sites · Boyd, Montana

Discover Cooney State Park's scenic vistas and abundant outdoor activities.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Public campgrounds near Big Timber

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Welcome to our off-grid tiny Gnome Home.
The inside is 7.5 x 6.5 feet wide with 8.5 high ceiling.
The entrance door is 4 feet tall x 2 feet wide.
You must duck to enter and leave, so please use caution :)
There is a picnic table available.
A firepit/wood.

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Grace

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

My friend and I had a great stay at the Gnome Home! The instructions were very clear, the home was tidy and clean, and the atmosphere was very peaceful.

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Antoni

September 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

Super duper cute!! Easy to get to and had the cleanest porta potty ever!!

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Carolyn

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

I loved my short stay in the gnome home. The property is so peaceful and the breakfast Sheila made was absolutely perfect!

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Laura

August 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

I really enjoyed my stay at the Gnome Home! It’s very quaint and fun. Sheila is so kind and very thorough with instructions which makes it so easy to find and get settled.

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Zander Ostrovsky

August 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

A friend of mine and I stopped by on our way across country and John and Sheila’s Gome Home was absolutely a highlight! Their property is not only absolutely beautiful with lots of cute and friendly animals roaming around but also conveniently located next to Yellowstone National Park and the nearby town. Will be visiting again on our next time through the area.

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Wendy

August 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

I loved the little gnome home. It was a fun place to stay. Shelia was a great host. She had given us advice of where to go in Yellowstone. She had also made my son and I a pancake breakfast after we completed a task that she asked of us. I highly recommend this little home. Thank you.

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Heather

August 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

I really enjoyed my stay in the Gnome Home. Sheila was great! I loved feeding the goats and chickens. Directions were clear and easy to follow. The porta-potty was clean and well stocked. If I find myself in the area I'd likely stop again.

Ray

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

Very beautiful property and a good location for Yellowstone. Highly recommend!

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Braxton

July 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

I loved it there. Beautiful stay and very clean. Prepare for a very small home but absolutely perfect

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Harold

June 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

Unbelievably awesome place and even better host !! Great place to visit

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Eli

May 2025

1 night at Camp Chicory in Paradise Valley

Sheila’s “Gnome Home” was perfect for my glamping needs. It’s a convenient base camp into Yellowstone. The cabin was comfortable, the chickens, goats, horses, and Shetland Ponies were fun, and Sheila’s breakfast + conversations were just what my souls needed. I’d highly recommend the Gnome Home!