The best ranch camping near Butte

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Camping on a ranch in Butte means waking up to wide-open Montana skies and real working land. With over 30 ranch stays around here, you’ll find everything from basic tent spots to tucked-away nooks with views of rolling pasture. Average prices land around $55 a night, but you can pitch your tent for as little as $20. The top picks? Big-Enough Ranch (57 reviews) gives you space to roam and true ranch atmosphere. Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town (43 reviews) delivers wild west vibes, and White Bridge Lane Private Campsite (42 reviews) sits right on the water. Most sites allow campfires, have toilets, and welcome pets. Climbing, fishing, and hiking are easy to find. If you want ranch life without the tourist gloss, Butte’s where you’ll get it.

98% (165) 12 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Butte

BAR - 01 Ranch

1. BAR - 01 Ranch

97%
(16)
8.2mi from Butte · 4 sites
The BAR 0 1 hipcamp is brand new The bar 01 hip camp will be closed for the winter months starting October 1st will reopen April 1st which features approximately 60 acres of beautifully secluded campsites situated around a 2 acre reservoir. Property is conveniently located 3 miles from the intersection of I-90 and I-15. Directions: • West on I-90 from the intersection of I-90 and I-15 2 miles to the Ramsay exit 216. • Continue West on N Ramsay Rd 1 mile to 805 N Ramsay Rd. • Turn right onto the upper gravel road and continue north 1/2 mile to the campsites. Camping sites: • No tents, self contained only • Numbers 1 through 4 will accommodate large RVs or motorhomes. Other things to note: • Large spaces •No electric, water, or sewage. •No trash pickup • Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out All campers must be able to provide for themselves.
Pets
from 
$32
 / night
Big Hole Boondockin'

2. Big Hole Boondockin'

99%
(41)
18mi from Butte · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Big Hole Boondockin' is located in Southwest Montana along the beautiful banks of the Big Hole River. River View Livestock, a 300 acre working cattle ranch, surrounds our camping areas which gives you the opportunity to enjoy a real Montana ranch experience. If you're not into the ranch lifestyle, hop on a raft, inner tube or kayak and float down the river enjoying a cold beverage. We also offer bank fishing on our private property. Stressed? Book some time with our emotional support animals and snuggle one of the pigs or cows to take some stress out of your life. These animals are part of our family and love to sit and relax with humans, begging for belly scratches and giving kisses. The cell service & wi-fi are very iffy here. T-Mobile works great. If you have Verizon or AT&T you will not have service right at the campsite. You may have to walk or drive a bit to get a signal or the local restaurant & bar has free wi-fi for patrons. Whatever your camping dream is, our focused, friendly staff will work to achieve it. We look forward to hosting you and your family and friends and sharing our day to day dream life.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$75
 / night
Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town

3. Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town

93%
(54)
25mi from Butte · 22 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Step back in time and camp under the wide-open skies of Montana’s Wild West! Gunslinger Gulch is a real-deal ghost town turned Old West experience, nestled just outside Anaconda in the heart of Big Sky Country. This is dry camping with a twist — surrounded by rustic buildings, rolling hills, and the spirit of the frontier. ⛺ What You’ll Get: Large, level spots for tents, vans, trailers, or RVs (no hookups) Community Campfire available (fire conditions/weather permitting) Epic sunrises, star-studded skies, and wide-open space Access to authentic Western movie sets, vintage photo ops, and cowboy history. Peace, quiet, and a front-row seat to Montana’s natural beauty Experience More: Add-on trail rides (2026), ghost town tours, or chuckwagon dinners (in season) Take unforgettable old-time photos in full costume. Catch special events, reenactments, and live music throughout the year. 🚫 What to Know Before You Go: This is DRY camping — no water, electric, or dump station (bring your own supplies) We’re rustic, just like the pioneers liked it Pets welcome (must be leashed and picked up after) Horse camping also available. Please inquire. Cell service may be limited, wifi available— a perfect excuse to unplug! 📸 Perfect for: Travelers looking for a unique overnight stay, road-trippers with a taste for the Old West, off-grid enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone craving something different. Come camp where legends once rode — only at Gunslinger Gulch.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$55
 / night
4D Ranch

4. 4D Ranch

98%
(20)
31mi from Butte · 2 sites
Unigue quiet tipi set on the edge Pintler National Forest, Anaconda Montana. Good location to unplug and recharge. There is no cell service at the property.(off grid) The property does have a outhouse, portable water and fire ring. Incredble views of Mount Haggin and surrounding mountain range. Short drive to Twin Lake Trailhead, Georgetown Lake and the Town of Anaconda. Twin Lakes Trailhead(3miles from tipi) open up opportunities to hike into several high alpine lakes and access the Continental Divid Trail. You can hike right off the property onto Forest Service roads and trails. Fishing and boating at Georgetown Lake. A wonderful location between Yellowstone National Park and Glaicer National Park. I'm a outdoor, horse enthusiast doglover Montana woman. I'm sharing my property because this is where I go to unwind and relax. Unload the horse,unload the dog and leave the phone in the truck. The tipi location is in the mountains and primitive road getting to the tipi. Recommend a a high clearance vehicle. Dog friendly tipi please be consider and be a responsible dog owner. Please call before leaving cell service. Will give detailed driving directions.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$55
 / night
White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

5. White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

99%
(70)
36mi from Butte · 1 site · Tent, RV
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.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$45
 / night
Amish Daily Farm

6. Amish Daily Farm

26mi from Butte · 4 sites
Experience a WORKING (formerly Amish) farm in the heart of rural southwest Montana. Off-grid (solar) yet cozy, we are the perfect fit for those looking to escape the stress of the city for a simple farm experience. Your experience will be rustic, grounded, and unique. Local attractions include Hot Springs, Hiking, Rafting, Biking, Dirt biking, 4-wheeling, Fly Fishing, ATVs, Caverns, National Parks, Ringing Rocks, and Mining Towns. 17 minutes S of I-90. We are an active farm, so do not expect the "Ritz" or any fancy gardens. We do have free-range poultry, so expect some animal droppings on the property. Experience the stars as you've never seen them before. Our views are unbeatable and your experience with us will be memorable. Bring your binoculars - you never know when you might get a glimpse of the majestic Montana wildlife! Meet the farm animals or watch for bald eagles and deer and even possibly meet our resident moose family. We are surrounded by National Forest and untamed rivers that make us the perfect location for your next adventure.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$81
 / night

Camping on a ranch in Butte means waking up to wide-open Montana skies and real working land. With over 30 ranch stays around here, you’ll find everything from basic tent spots to tucked-away nooks with views of rolling pasture. Average prices land around $55 a night, but you can pitch your tent for as little as $20. The top picks? Big-Enough Ranch (57 reviews) gives you space to roam and true ranch atmosphere. Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town (43 reviews) delivers wild west vibes, and White Bridge Lane Private Campsite (42 reviews) sits right on the water. Most sites allow campfires, have toilets, and welcome pets. Climbing, fishing, and hiking are easy to find. If you want ranch life without the tourist gloss, Butte’s where you’ll get it.

98% (165) 12 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Butte

BAR - 01 Ranch

1. BAR - 01 Ranch

97%
(16)
8.2mi from Butte · 4 sites
The BAR 0 1 hipcamp is brand new The bar 01 hip camp will be closed for the winter months starting October 1st will reopen April 1st which features approximately 60 acres of beautifully secluded campsites situated around a 2 acre reservoir. Property is conveniently located 3 miles from the intersection of I-90 and I-15. Directions: • West on I-90 from the intersection of I-90 and I-15 2 miles to the Ramsay exit 216. • Continue West on N Ramsay Rd 1 mile to 805 N Ramsay Rd. • Turn right onto the upper gravel road and continue north 1/2 mile to the campsites. Camping sites: • No tents, self contained only • Numbers 1 through 4 will accommodate large RVs or motorhomes. Other things to note: • Large spaces •No electric, water, or sewage. •No trash pickup • Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out All campers must be able to provide for themselves.
Pets
from 
$32
 / night
Big Hole Boondockin'

2. Big Hole Boondockin'

99%
(41)
18mi from Butte · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Big Hole Boondockin' is located in Southwest Montana along the beautiful banks of the Big Hole River. River View Livestock, a 300 acre working cattle ranch, surrounds our camping areas which gives you the opportunity to enjoy a real Montana ranch experience. If you're not into the ranch lifestyle, hop on a raft, inner tube or kayak and float down the river enjoying a cold beverage. We also offer bank fishing on our private property. Stressed? Book some time with our emotional support animals and snuggle one of the pigs or cows to take some stress out of your life. These animals are part of our family and love to sit and relax with humans, begging for belly scratches and giving kisses. The cell service & wi-fi are very iffy here. T-Mobile works great. If you have Verizon or AT&T you will not have service right at the campsite. You may have to walk or drive a bit to get a signal or the local restaurant & bar has free wi-fi for patrons. Whatever your camping dream is, our focused, friendly staff will work to achieve it. We look forward to hosting you and your family and friends and sharing our day to day dream life.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$75
 / night
Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town

3. Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town

93%
(54)
25mi from Butte · 22 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Step back in time and camp under the wide-open skies of Montana’s Wild West! Gunslinger Gulch is a real-deal ghost town turned Old West experience, nestled just outside Anaconda in the heart of Big Sky Country. This is dry camping with a twist — surrounded by rustic buildings, rolling hills, and the spirit of the frontier. ⛺ What You’ll Get: Large, level spots for tents, vans, trailers, or RVs (no hookups) Community Campfire available (fire conditions/weather permitting) Epic sunrises, star-studded skies, and wide-open space Access to authentic Western movie sets, vintage photo ops, and cowboy history. Peace, quiet, and a front-row seat to Montana’s natural beauty Experience More: Add-on trail rides (2026), ghost town tours, or chuckwagon dinners (in season) Take unforgettable old-time photos in full costume. Catch special events, reenactments, and live music throughout the year. 🚫 What to Know Before You Go: This is DRY camping — no water, electric, or dump station (bring your own supplies) We’re rustic, just like the pioneers liked it Pets welcome (must be leashed and picked up after) Horse camping also available. Please inquire. Cell service may be limited, wifi available— a perfect excuse to unplug! 📸 Perfect for: Travelers looking for a unique overnight stay, road-trippers with a taste for the Old West, off-grid enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone craving something different. Come camp where legends once rode — only at Gunslinger Gulch.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$55
 / night
4D Ranch

4. 4D Ranch

98%
(20)
31mi from Butte · 2 sites
Unigue quiet tipi set on the edge Pintler National Forest, Anaconda Montana. Good location to unplug and recharge. There is no cell service at the property.(off grid) The property does have a outhouse, portable water and fire ring. Incredble views of Mount Haggin and surrounding mountain range. Short drive to Twin Lake Trailhead, Georgetown Lake and the Town of Anaconda. Twin Lakes Trailhead(3miles from tipi) open up opportunities to hike into several high alpine lakes and access the Continental Divid Trail. You can hike right off the property onto Forest Service roads and trails. Fishing and boating at Georgetown Lake. A wonderful location between Yellowstone National Park and Glaicer National Park. I'm a outdoor, horse enthusiast doglover Montana woman. I'm sharing my property because this is where I go to unwind and relax. Unload the horse,unload the dog and leave the phone in the truck. The tipi location is in the mountains and primitive road getting to the tipi. Recommend a a high clearance vehicle. Dog friendly tipi please be consider and be a responsible dog owner. Please call before leaving cell service. Will give detailed driving directions.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$55
 / night
White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

5. White Bridge Lane Private Campsite

99%
(70)
36mi from Butte · 1 site · Tent, RV
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.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
$45
 / night
Amish Daily Farm

6. Amish Daily Farm

26mi from Butte · 4 sites
Experience a WORKING (formerly Amish) farm in the heart of rural southwest Montana. Off-grid (solar) yet cozy, we are the perfect fit for those looking to escape the stress of the city for a simple farm experience. Your experience will be rustic, grounded, and unique. Local attractions include Hot Springs, Hiking, Rafting, Biking, Dirt biking, 4-wheeling, Fly Fishing, ATVs, Caverns, National Parks, Ringing Rocks, and Mining Towns. 17 minutes S of I-90. We are an active farm, so do not expect the "Ritz" or any fancy gardens. We do have free-range poultry, so expect some animal droppings on the property. Experience the stars as you've never seen them before. Our views are unbeatable and your experience with us will be memorable. Bring your binoculars - you never know when you might get a glimpse of the majestic Montana wildlife! Meet the farm animals or watch for bald eagles and deer and even possibly meet our resident moose family. We are surrounded by National Forest and untamed rivers that make us the perfect location for your next adventure.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from 
$81
 / night

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