Camping in Boulder, MT, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2023

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Boulder

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Madison Islands

15 sites · RVs24 acres · Three Forks, Gallatin

This property is located on the Madison River at the headwaters of the Missouri River! It has views of surrounding mountain ranges including the Bridgers, Tobacco Roots, & the Spanish Peaks. It is also minutes from downtown Three Forks, MT for dining and shopping. On-site activities include fishing , swimming, hiking, biking, boating/floating, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and stargazing under the big sky. The camping area even has enough space to accommodate grazing horses. With open grassy fields and a large wooded area there is plenty to be explored in this Montana outdoor paradise. Address and Directions: On I-90 exit on 278 you will be on "Frontage Rd" go east to "Old Town Road" than turn east on "Old Town Main Street" NOTE: (You will see a old Victorian house on the west side of the street. Old Town Main street is on the optimist side of the road). Easiest entry is off of Main Street. Enter just in front of the larked RV and make your way into and through the field.

White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Boulder, Jefferson

Dawson Family Ranch is a family-run business with a focus on sustainable land and agriculture practices. The ranch is located along a mile of the Boulder River between the Elkhorn and Bull Mountain Ranges. The river offers fishing for rainbow and brown trout. Public land access is within a short drive (2-7 miles depending on direction) and offers different recreational opportunities including hiking, hunting, and motorized recreation. Boulder Hot Springs is less than 4 miles away.

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Lost and Found treasure Mt. Mtns

3 sites · Lodging5 acres · Jefferson City, Jefferson

Come stay for a week , a month , or a summer @ our economical southwest montana compound located in the mountains between Helena and Boulder Montana overlooking beautiful Elkhorn Mtns with a mountain spring nearby. Easy to find and get to 18 miles south of Helena Montana and approximately 50 miles north from Butte mt Tizer Botanical Gardens is also only 2 mile walk away with garden flora /fawna to admire or purchase and old cabins to explore. . Boulder natural mineral Hot Springs is about 7 miles across the boulder Pass and then into the Boulder valley. A natural hot springs getaway with swimming, hot and cold plunges and a boutique cafe , restaurants Our compound is unique, country and shabby sheek. Locked gate compound promising to be simply peaceful and lovely. The short uphill driveway can prove challenging without 4 wheel drive or front wheel. drive in cold months

The Trail Enthusiast's Basecamp!

2 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Helena, Lewis And Clark

This five-acre oasis was once a landscape nursery. So given the close proximity to downtown we are a hidden sanctuary from the outside world, secluded by cottonwood trees and mature foliage. The site now serves as a wedding venue and offers views of Mount Helena to the South and the Sleeping Giant to the North. Learn more about this land: Pitch a tent in our aspen grove or park your camper/RV in the grassland field. You're close to downtown with lots of privacy/scenery. You'll have views of regal Mount Helena to the South and The Sleeping Giant to the North. The South Hill trail complex is a great place to explore as well as the Scratchgravels. The Missouri River is only 20 minutes away as well as Lake Hauser and Canyon Ferry. If new to the area and interested in history, we recommend the Tour Train. We also have several great breweries - our favorites include Ten Mile and Blackfoot Breweries (a perfect stop you can ride to after a trail ride/hike in the South Hills). This site is perfect for those wanting to explore Downtown Helena, it's renowned trail systems, but still sleep under the stars. Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them. There is water throughout the property that you are welcome to use for cleaning, but it is not potable.

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Ten Mile Creek Retreat

1 site · RV1 acre · Helena West Side, Lewis And Clark

Located right off HWY 12 on a 1/4 acre, this retreat offers Ten Mile creek frontage with private easy access, a fire pit, firewood, and picnic table. Enjoy the sunrise and listen to the birds! If you are around in springtime, a moose has even been spotted. It’s a great spot to rest and just listen to the water.

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Big-Enough Ranch

2 sites · Lodging40 acres · Boulder, Jefferson

Horse ranch on 40 acres located just outside of Boulder, MT. Exceptional views and peace and quiet at this retreat cabin. 20 acres to the East has and old hunting cabin alongside a creek. Also an old mining test pit from the late 1800’s mining boom, as well as a hand built irrigation ditch that runs through the property.

White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Boulder, Jefferson

Dawson Family Ranch is a family-run business with a focus on sustainable land and agriculture practices. The ranch is located along a mile of the Boulder River between the Elkhorn and Bull Mountain Ranges. The river offers fishing for rainbow and brown trout. Public land access is within a short drive (2-7 miles depending on direction) and offers different recreational opportunities including hiking, hunting, and motorized recreation. Boulder Hot Springs is less than 4 miles away.

Lost and Found treasure Mt. Mtns

3 sites · Lodging5 acres · Jefferson City, Jefferson

Come stay for a week , a month , or a summer @ our economical southwest montana compound located in the mountains between Helena and Boulder Montana overlooking beautiful Elkhorn Mtns with a mountain spring nearby. Easy to find and get to 18 miles south of Helena Montana and approximately 50 miles north from Butte mt Tizer Botanical Gardens is also only 2 mile walk away with garden flora /fawna to admire or purchase and old cabins to explore. . Boulder natural mineral Hot Springs is about 7 miles across the boulder Pass and then into the Boulder valley. A natural hot springs getaway with swimming, hot and cold plunges and a boutique cafe , restaurants Our compound is unique, country and shabby sheek. Locked gate compound promising to be simply peaceful and lovely. The short uphill driveway can prove challenging without 4 wheel drive or front wheel. drive in cold months

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Date Street Cabin @ C Lazy M Meadow

1 site · Lodging7 acres · Jefferson

A small cabin sleeps 4 with 2 queen beds and room to stake a tent. Sits on 6 acres with a creek bed under large trees and overlooks a meadow. Includes an outhouse, potable water, grill, picnic table and a "smokeless" fire pit. Dishes, utensils, firewood and bedding included. Come stay in MT City; only 5 miles from all historic Helena has to offer! 4 restaurants/bars within walking (>1 mi.). 3 large lakes w/in 10 miles with beaches, boating and sight seeing opportunities; the Missouri river within 15 miles for fishing, boating, paddle boarding, hiking and biking. Come relax! Sleeps 4 in beds. Additional guests allowed with permission and fee (tents and/or or campers). While exploring Helena, we recommend the Walking Mall and the lower end of Last Chance Gulch for shopping and dining. You can also do a self guided tour of the Capitol building and then ride the tour train through Helena to get a quick history lesson. If you want to do something outside, we suggest Houser Lake at Lakeside with a bar and grill, a beach, fire pit, volley ball, etc. There is also guided boat rides at Gates of the Mountains on Holter Lake (about 20 miles towards Great Falls). If you are looking to go hiking, Mount Helena is a nice hike, but maybe a bit much for small kiddos, unless you have a backpack. If you'd like additional suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Hope you enjoy your stay! Party Tent available at additional charge.

Madison Islands

15 sites · RVs24 acres · Three Forks, Gallatin

This property is located on the Madison River at the headwaters of the Missouri River! It has views of surrounding mountain ranges including the Bridgers, Tobacco Roots, & the Spanish Peaks. It is also minutes from downtown Three Forks, MT for dining and shopping. On-site activities include fishing , swimming, hiking, biking, boating/floating, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and stargazing under the big sky. The camping area even has enough space to accommodate grazing horses. With open grassy fields and a large wooded area there is plenty to be explored in this Montana outdoor paradise. Address and Directions: On I-90 exit on 278 you will be on "Frontage Rd" go east to "Old Town Road" than turn east on "Old Town Main Street" NOTE: (You will see a old Victorian house on the west side of the street. Old Town Main street is on the optimist side of the road). Easiest entry is off of Main Street. Enter just in front of the larked RV and make your way into and through the field.

Pipestone Ringingrocks Rv & Cabins

5 sites · RVs30 acres · Rader Creek, Jefferson

Welcome DIRECTIONS These Campsites are in Pipestone so Take Pipestone exit heading west take a immediate right on gravel rd. (Road to Ringing Rocks theres a sign Pipestone Ringing rocks RV and Cabins with red arrow pointing east follow it for about a 1 1/2 miles crossing 3 cattle gaurds and a railroad track go another 50 yards and there a gate # 234 on post and the RV spots are just past the cabins. enjoy the views and to take in the fresh Montana air there's also a fire pit (fire wood for sale) and a picnic table set up ( potable Water fill available, there are no public Bathrooms so Rv must have Bathrooms in them) ,for you and your family to enjoy a nice outing and look at the Montana stars in Big Sky country there are also hundreds of miles of trails to enjoy utv,dirt bike,peddle bike. or just a nice nature walk all these trails are shared in them

The Trail Enthusiast's Basecamp!

2 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Helena, Lewis And Clark

This five-acre oasis was once a landscape nursery. So given the close proximity to downtown we are a hidden sanctuary from the outside world, secluded by cottonwood trees and mature foliage. The site now serves as a wedding venue and offers views of Mount Helena to the South and the Sleeping Giant to the North. Learn more about this land: Pitch a tent in our aspen grove or park your camper/RV in the grassland field. You're close to downtown with lots of privacy/scenery. You'll have views of regal Mount Helena to the South and The Sleeping Giant to the North. The South Hill trail complex is a great place to explore as well as the Scratchgravels. The Missouri River is only 20 minutes away as well as Lake Hauser and Canyon Ferry. If new to the area and interested in history, we recommend the Tour Train. We also have several great breweries - our favorites include Ten Mile and Blackfoot Breweries (a perfect stop you can ride to after a trail ride/hike in the South Hills). This site is perfect for those wanting to explore Downtown Helena, it's renowned trail systems, but still sleep under the stars. Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them. There is water throughout the property that you are welcome to use for cleaning, but it is not potable.

Ten Mile Creek Retreat

1 site · RV1 acre · Helena West Side, Lewis And Clark

Located right off HWY 12 on a 1/4 acre, this retreat offers Ten Mile creek frontage with private easy access, a fire pit, firewood, and picnic table. Enjoy the sunrise and listen to the birds! If you are around in springtime, a moose has even been spotted. It’s a great spot to rest and just listen to the water.

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Mountain Biker's Getaway

1 site · RV20 acres · Helena, Lewis And Clark

We have a 20 acre parcel where we live that is right next to the trail system and also 5 minutes from downtown Helena. We love hosting our friends who come to mountain bike and enjoy Helena and are happy to host you! We have a small trail cut into the property that is available for your use and a forest for you to play in

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Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town

28 sites · RVs, Tents52 acres · Anaconda, Deer Lodge

This 1880s mining & ghost town converted Bed & Breakfast is the perfect place to live out your cowboy/cowgirl dreams and experience the Old West. We offer all the modern amenities we have come accustomed to, yet maintain the original appearance of being transported back in time. Available for film production rental, weddings, retreats, reunions or any special event. Dry camping and horse camping available in addition to our amazing units.

Hidden Meadow Ranch

2 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Deer Lodge, Powell

Small irrigated ranch in the Deer Lodge Valley, surrounded by mountains, access to public lands and beautiful scenery. East side of acreage has the Clark Fork River running through it, even though the neighbors are close still lots of privacy. Enjoy blue ribbon fishing and access to lots of fresh air and scenery.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent next to the Clark Fork River, 7 miles from Deer Lodge, MT. Site provides a handmade rock fire ring and willows for privacy. Fire may not be available if it is dry conditions. Good fishing right out of your tent, short drive to several acres of public ground, ATV access, hiking, and mountain biking. This is an 80-acre working ranch with cows, sheep and hay so you may have to drive through the cows and you may have to deal with cowpies :-). Great cell service and private property on both sides, easy access to campsite. 10-minute drive to historic Grant Kohrs Ranch, old prison museum and many other unique Montana experiences.

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The Junkyard

4 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · East Helena, Jefferson

The junkyard is a nice pet friendly spot about 6 miles from downtown Helena. Right near a creek, hikes, and the lake. It is a commercial area, as I run a towing company, but pretty quiet, you might even find some camper parts! I have water and power on site as well. I really enjoy the van life and nomad community and love to help out.

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Madison Islands

15 sites · RVs24 acres · Three Forks, Gallatin

This property is located on the Madison River at the headwaters of the Missouri River! It has views of surrounding mountain ranges including the Bridgers, Tobacco Roots, & the Spanish Peaks. It is also minutes from downtown Three Forks, MT for dining and shopping. On-site activities include fishing , swimming, hiking, biking, boating/floating, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and stargazing under the big sky. The camping area even has enough space to accommodate grazing horses. With open grassy fields and a large wooded area there is plenty to be explored in this Montana outdoor paradise. Address and Directions: On I-90 exit on 278 you will be on "Frontage Rd" go east to "Old Town Road" than turn east on "Old Town Main Street" NOTE: (You will see a old Victorian house on the west side of the street. Old Town Main street is on the optimist side of the road). Easiest entry is off of Main Street. Enter just in front of the larked RV and make your way into and through the field.

White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Boulder, Jefferson

Dawson Family Ranch is a family-run business with a focus on sustainable land and agriculture practices. The ranch is located along a mile of the Boulder River between the Elkhorn and Bull Mountain Ranges. The river offers fishing for rainbow and brown trout. Public land access is within a short drive (2-7 miles depending on direction) and offers different recreational opportunities including hiking, hunting, and motorized recreation. Boulder Hot Springs is less than 4 miles away.

Date Street Cabin @ C Lazy M Meadow

1 site · Lodging7 acres · Jefferson

A small cabin sleeps 4 with 2 queen beds and room to stake a tent. Sits on 6 acres with a creek bed under large trees and overlooks a meadow. Includes an outhouse, potable water, grill, picnic table and a "smokeless" fire pit. Dishes, utensils, firewood and bedding included. Come stay in MT City; only 5 miles from all historic Helena has to offer! 4 restaurants/bars within walking (>1 mi.). 3 large lakes w/in 10 miles with beaches, boating and sight seeing opportunities; the Missouri river within 15 miles for fishing, boating, paddle boarding, hiking and biking. Come relax! Sleeps 4 in beds. Additional guests allowed with permission and fee (tents and/or or campers). While exploring Helena, we recommend the Walking Mall and the lower end of Last Chance Gulch for shopping and dining. You can also do a self guided tour of the Capitol building and then ride the tour train through Helena to get a quick history lesson. If you want to do something outside, we suggest Houser Lake at Lakeside with a bar and grill, a beach, fire pit, volley ball, etc. There is also guided boat rides at Gates of the Mountains on Holter Lake (about 20 miles towards Great Falls). If you are looking to go hiking, Mount Helena is a nice hike, but maybe a bit much for small kiddos, unless you have a backpack. If you'd like additional suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Hope you enjoy your stay! Party Tent available at additional charge.

Big-Enough Ranch

2 sites · Lodging40 acres · Boulder, Jefferson

Horse ranch on 40 acres located just outside of Boulder, MT. Exceptional views and peace and quiet at this retreat cabin. 20 acres to the East has and old hunting cabin alongside a creek. Also an old mining test pit from the late 1800’s mining boom, as well as a hand built irrigation ditch that runs through the property.

Lost and Found treasure Mt. Mtns

3 sites · Lodging5 acres · Jefferson City, Jefferson

Come stay for a week , a month , or a summer @ our economical southwest montana compound located in the mountains between Helena and Boulder Montana overlooking beautiful Elkhorn Mtns with a mountain spring nearby. Easy to find and get to 18 miles south of Helena Montana and approximately 50 miles north from Butte mt Tizer Botanical Gardens is also only 2 mile walk away with garden flora /fawna to admire or purchase and old cabins to explore. . Boulder natural mineral Hot Springs is about 7 miles across the boulder Pass and then into the Boulder valley. A natural hot springs getaway with swimming, hot and cold plunges and a boutique cafe , restaurants Our compound is unique, country and shabby sheek. Locked gate compound promising to be simply peaceful and lovely. The short uphill driveway can prove challenging without 4 wheel drive or front wheel. drive in cold months

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Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town

28 sites · RVs, Tents52 acres · Anaconda, Deer Lodge

This 1880s mining & ghost town converted Bed & Breakfast is the perfect place to live out your cowboy/cowgirl dreams and experience the Old West. We offer all the modern amenities we have come accustomed to, yet maintain the original appearance of being transported back in time. Available for film production rental, weddings, retreats, reunions or any special event. Dry camping and horse camping available in addition to our amazing units.

Ten Mile Creek Retreat

1 site · RV1 acre · Helena West Side, Lewis And Clark

Located right off HWY 12 on a 1/4 acre, this retreat offers Ten Mile creek frontage with private easy access, a fire pit, firewood, and picnic table. Enjoy the sunrise and listen to the birds! If you are around in springtime, a moose has even been spotted. It’s a great spot to rest and just listen to the water.

Big-Enough Ranch

2 sites · Lodging40 acres · Boulder, Jefferson

Horse ranch on 40 acres located just outside of Boulder, MT. Exceptional views and peace and quiet at this retreat cabin. 20 acres to the East has and old hunting cabin alongside a creek. Also an old mining test pit from the late 1800’s mining boom, as well as a hand built irrigation ditch that runs through the property.

Madison Islands

15 sites · RVs24 acres · Three Forks, Gallatin

This property is located on the Madison River at the headwaters of the Missouri River! It has views of surrounding mountain ranges including the Bridgers, Tobacco Roots, & the Spanish Peaks. It is also minutes from downtown Three Forks, MT for dining and shopping. On-site activities include fishing , swimming, hiking, biking, boating/floating, wildlife viewing, bird watching, and stargazing under the big sky. The camping area even has enough space to accommodate grazing horses. With open grassy fields and a large wooded area there is plenty to be explored in this Montana outdoor paradise. Address and Directions: On I-90 exit on 278 you will be on "Frontage Rd" go east to "Old Town Road" than turn east on "Old Town Main Street" NOTE: (You will see a old Victorian house on the west side of the street. Old Town Main street is on the optimist side of the road). Easiest entry is off of Main Street. Enter just in front of the larked RV and make your way into and through the field.

White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · Boulder, Jefferson

Dawson Family Ranch is a family-run business with a focus on sustainable land and agriculture practices. The ranch is located along a mile of the Boulder River between the Elkhorn and Bull Mountain Ranges. The river offers fishing for rainbow and brown trout. Public land access is within a short drive (2-7 miles depending on direction) and offers different recreational opportunities including hiking, hunting, and motorized recreation. Boulder Hot Springs is less than 4 miles away.

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Camping near Boulder guide

Looking for the best camping near Boulder? The area features dozens of top-rated campgrounds and places to park your RV for the night, many within a short distance of Montana hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Whether you want a pet-friendly campsite or a family cabin rental with wifi, check out campsite photos, tips, and reviews from other outdoor enthusiasts to plan your next camping trip near Boulder.