The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Montana

Montana is made for adventurous dog owners with communities like Bozeman and Missoula, home to dog-friendly trails branching off city streets into the mountains. Getting off the grid with your best friend is also a cinch with 26+ million acres of public lands to explore. Established US Forest Service and BLM campgrounds are plentiful, where the truly adventurous can hit the trails and camp in the backcountry. Keep in mind that national parks and state parks can have very strict rules for pets with limited camping availability, but don’t fret— the endless array of mountain ranges in nearly every corner of the state offers abundant, dog-friendly camping opportunities. Hit the riverside and lakefront campsites during summer to keep your pooch cool and happy, and take advantage of plentiful shade in the dense forests of northwest and southwest Montana. No matter where you look, there is likely a dog-friendly campground to enjoy a getaway in nature.

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Montana is made for adventurous dog owners with communities like Bozeman and Missoula, home to dog-friendly trails branching off city streets into the mountains. Getting off the grid with your best friend is also a cinch with 26+ million acres of public lands to explore. Established US Forest Service and BLM campgrounds are plentiful, where the truly adventurous can hit the trails and camp in the backcountry. Keep in mind that national parks and state parks can have very strict rules for pets with limited camping availability, but don’t fret— the endless array of mountain ranges in nearly every corner of the state offers abundant, dog-friendly camping opportunities. Hit the riverside and lakefront campsites during summer to keep your pooch cool and happy, and take advantage of plentiful shade in the dense forests of northwest and southwest Montana. No matter where you look, there is likely a dog-friendly campground to enjoy a getaway in nature.

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1. Aspen Hollow

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2 sites · RVs · Martin City, MT

Tucked into a quiet hollow just 7 miles from Glacier National Park, this rolling, wooded property was once a thriving herb farm. Oregano and other herbs still grow wild among the aspens and lodgepole pines. Today, it’s a peaceful basecamp for exploring Glacier, Flathead Lake, Whitefish Mountain, and the many natural wonders nearby. Brad and Sarah, your hosts, frequent the property while Brad builds custom cabins on the land—including one on the original homestead foundation. Until then, guests can enjoy the property’s secluded, park-like feel and easy access to adventure. Why you’ll love it here: -Secluded yet convenient: rare privacy this close to the park -3 acres of partially wooded land for relaxing, walking dogs, or playing games -Mature trees, peekaboo mountain views, and level sites with room to spread out Site details: -Level gravel pads with electric hookups (50/30/20 amp) and water -No septic service, but public dump stations nearby -Reliable cell signal for most carriers + Wi-Fi on-site -Gravel access road with a short uphill turn at the entrance (all RVs manage fine, but good to know ahead of time) Despite the quiet setting, you’re just 11 miles from Columbia Falls for groceries, dining, and local bars. Glacier Distilling, zip lines, and family attractions are also close by. Also please note: this isn’t the place for large groups or loud parties—most guests come for Montana’s peace and starry nights. We’re often on-site working on future cabins, and we’d love to say hello if you see us around! Special offer: We provide a 15% discount for Police, Firefighters, and Active Duty Military. Message us for details and a code.

2. Camp Caribou

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4 sites · Tents, RVs · Coram, MT

Quiet bedroom community only 6 miles from the west entrance of Glacier National Park. Flat lot with easy access from the main highway. Trees surround all RV sites. 1 sites with 30 amp hook up, 2 sites with 50 amp hook ups and 1 site with 20amp/110v hook up .All have water hook up and there is a gray/ black water dump station on site.

3. Sportsman's Retreat RV Sites

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3 sites · RVs · Gardiner, MT

We are located right in the middle of Gardiner MT. Less than a 1/4 mile from Yellowstone Parks North entrance. There are only 2 RV sites on the property and located in a quiet neighborhood. Beautiful views of the mountains. Wildlife such as deer and elk frequent the property. Walking distance to everything Gardiner has to offer. Such as food, laundry mat and the historical Roosevelt arch.

4. Elk River Camp At Wolfe Meadows

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2 sites · Lodging · Red Lodge, MT

We offer a camp that is unsurpassed in scenery and location, extremely close to Red Lodge, Montana. You'll camp in meadows that have been used by indigenous peoples for thousands of years. Our camp puts you in the heart of hiking, horseback riding, fishing and is close to Yellowstone National Park. You will most likely see deer and wild turkeys.

5. Missoula Rest And Relaxation

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5 sites · Tents, RVs · Missoula, MT

Hello, we have three acres with ClarkFork River access . Easy access to everything in Missoula. Very close to bike trails. Just a block west of Reserve Street. 10 minute drive to university. We are excited to share our wonderful property and excellent location with you. We welcome tents, RVs and campers. Non-vicious dogs are allowed. You must pick up after your dog. We are located in a part of town that is near Eco compost so on occasion if they turn a pile or if the wind shifts it is noticeably. If you use google maps it will direct you to our neighbors property. Please look for orange construction cone next to blue house to turn into the property.

Public campgrounds in Montana

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North Shore Campground

6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Cooney Reservoir State Park

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Logan Campground

37 sites · Tents, RVs · in Logan State Park

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Lodgepole Campground

1 site · Tent, RV · in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

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Basin Montana Campground

29 sites · Tents, RVs · in Custer Gallatin National Forest

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Swan Lake Campground

40 sites · Tents, RVs · in Flathead National Forest

Stories from the community

Chris

October 2025

38 ft travel trailer

With pets

6 nights at Missoula Rest And Relaxation

Space is level and quiet. Plenty of space to set up solar panels and do dog training. Space is far enough away from structures that quiet generators can't be heard at all by neighbors. Also managed neighborhood dog walks without issue. Drivers were slow and courteous to pedestrians. Was quickly greeted by two curious cats and enjoyed watching a couple young deer play in the grass just 20 feet from my trailer. Would stay again.

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Max

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Missoula Rest And Relaxation

Super nice yard with plenty of open space and fresh air, had a nice and peaceful night here

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Reagan

October 2025

16 ft car

With pets

1 night at Missoula Rest And Relaxation

Fun spot right next to the river and some cows! Great place to camp out, very quiet

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Sharon

October 2025

25 ft Class C

2 nights at Sportsman's Retreat RV Sites

Very nice and good location o explore Yellowstone. from the north entrance, Clean and well maintained. Trash place was missing.

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Nanette

October 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Aspen Hollow

Great spot! Perfect place to stay when visiting Glacier National Park. Very close to the entrance- we had a wonderful stay with our dogs. Plenty of space for our big dog to run free. The site was clean, spacious and great with a fire pit and table. Everything we needed. We would stay again without hesitation!

Those big Montana skies! RV site 1 at sunset ☺️

Taylor

September 2025

19 ft Class B

4 nights at Aspen Hollow

awesome spot and awesome Hosts! Close to park. highly recommend

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jessica

September 2025

19 ft campervan

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Missoula Rest And Relaxation

Great location! Near everything you need to do in town. Quiet peaceful meadow.

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Mark

September 2025

30 ft Class C

2 nights at Sportsman's Retreat RV Sites

Sportsman's Retreat was perfect for us! Tucked away from the crowds but still right next to downtown Gardiner. There are 2 asphalt paved spaces available with full hookups. I use a 30 amp service but I believe 50 amp plug was there too. Very clean setup with grass behind the pad, picnic bench and a large fenced grass pet area. An Elk cow met us each morning like she was the neighborhood pet, but try to approach her. They are wild animals and unpredictable. Especially if her calf is nearby. Also Grizzly bears at times. DO NOT let your pet wander unleashed or leave food or trash outside. We loved our stay there and highly recommend it.

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don

September 2025

24 ft Class A

With pets

4 nights at Aspen Hollow

Our 4 night stay was perfect! A beautiful level spot with a great fire ring and picnic table with a large umbrella. Very convenient to GNP. WE ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT,!!

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Charlene

September 2025

23 ft Class C

1 night at Aspen Hollow

Such a beautiful well-maintained camp spot for our 23 foot RV. It had the basic necessities like electric in water, no pumped out. But the spot was very quiet and enjoyable. We didn’t get to meet the host, but you can tell that they put a lot of hair in their property. I would definitely stay there again.

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Christy

September 2025

30 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Sportsman's Retreat RV Sites

We loved our short stay in Gardiner at Danielle's property. It is within walking distance of downtown and has water, an RV dump and electricity. The elk on the street and the fenced in dog area were awesome!

Jordyn

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Aspen Hollow

If you’re looking for somewhere close to Glacier National Park with water/electric hook ups, this place is for you!! our dogs enjoyed being off leash as well :) however, the sites were closer than we thought. i would recommend renting both RV spots if possible, there is really only a few small trees separating you. since we went at the end of the season we didn’t have a problem but I could easily see it getting pretty crowded during peak months.

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Tiffany

September 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Missoula Rest And Relaxation

Nice host, open space easy to turn around. 2nd stay here.

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Shanna

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camp Caribou

Great location for accessing west Glacier! Quiet and peaceful, would definitely recommend. Having access to the lodge was a real treat, we cooked our dinner under the porch roof since it was raining and it was lovely.

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Christie

September 2025

29 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Sportsman's Retreat RV Sites

This was the perfect spot to explore Yellowstone National Park from; it's minutes from the North Entrance! It's on a quiet street with the only noise being from the neighbourhood elk calling to one another! The owners were friendly and easy-going with helpful suggestions. It's a nice, paved, full hookup place to park your rig, with a picnic table. The main streets of Gardiner are walkable as well. Very affordable for the area too!

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Jason

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Camp Caribou

The sites are laid out well. It was close to Glacier and the use of the cabin was great.

Frederick

September 2025

36 ft Class A

3 nights at Camp Caribou

Tomi was excellent. The camp side was complete and the bonus use of her cabin bathroom and shower was icing on the cake. It was private for us as we were the only campers there. Highly recommend

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mary

September 2025

29 ft travel trailer

5 nights at Aspen Hollow

The location was quiet and peaceful. The owners were very helpful with arranging our stay.

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Donna

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

1 night at Aspen Hollow

This is a beautiful camp spot and conveniently located.

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Craig

September 2025

21 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Camp Caribou

Great little campsite that’s easy to access. We stayed in site 4. There was a 50 amp hookup as well as water hookup available. The site also had a picnic table and a charcoal grill. The lodge was clean and the bathroom and shower were very convenient. There was lots to do within a 10-15 minute drive including the Glacier National Park west entrance.