Beach Camping Near Elkhorn, Montana, US: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2026

Looking for a camping adventure near Elkhorn, Montana? Hipcamp has you covered with over 350 options to choose from. Whether you're into snow sports, whitewater paddling, or climbing, there's a campsite that suits your activity preferences. Plus, with popular amenities like toilets, cooking equipment, and pet-friendly options, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Check out top campsites like Gallatin River Getaway (159 reviews), Montana Red Devon Ranch (75 reviews), and Jammin Jackalope Camping (65 reviews). Prices start as low as $18 per night, with an average price of $25 per night. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in the great outdoors.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Elkhorn

Looking for a camping adventure near Elkhorn, Montana? Hipcamp has you covered with over 350 options to choose from. Whether you're into snow sports, whitewater paddling, or climbing, there's a campsite that suits your activity preferences. Plus, with popular amenities like toilets, cooking equipment, and pet-friendly options, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Check out top campsites like Gallatin River Getaway (159 reviews), Montana Red Devon Ranch (75 reviews), and Jammin Jackalope Camping (65 reviews). Prices start as low as $18 per night, with an average price of $25 per night. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in the great outdoors.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Elkhorn

1. Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

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50mi from Elkhorn · 2 sites · RVs

Quiet RV Sites with Big Views – Just Minutes from Bozeman Escape to our peaceful slice of Montana, just a few minutes off the Belgrade exit. Tucked behind a shop in an open field, our RV spots offer a quiet, out-of-town feel with easy access to all the restaurants, shops, and attractions in Belgrade and Bozeman. Enjoy wide open skies, beautiful views of the Bridger Mountains, and the peacefulness of rural life. We offer two RV sites: • One with 50/30 amp service • One with 30 amp service Each site includes a level gravel pad and picnic table for your comfort. There’s also a rustic fire pit available—please bring your own firewood (sold at nearby gas stations). Extras for your stay: • A super clean porta-potty is available on-site from May 1 to September 30 You’ll hear roosters crowing every morning, and you might spot horses, goats, or other friendly farm animals nearby. It’s all part of the authentic Montana farm experience. We’re close to rivers, trails, and mountain adventures. Big Sky and Yellowstone are easy day trips from here—making this a great basecamp for exploring Montana.

2. York Montana Hideaway

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32mi from Elkhorn · 1 site · RV

As opposed to the thousands of runoff creeks in Western Montana, the unique Trout Creek Canyon has one of the few spring fed streams. It's rather large volume of water flows from several groups of canyons and drainages in the Little Belt mountains, bubbling out of the ground six miles up at the foot of the beautiful Vigilante canyon and terminating in the Missouri River three miles further down. Over the last 150 years a  number of gold and silver mines have operated in the gulches at the side of the canyon. A pictorial history is available at the community park and in the social hall. If you're lucky you might even still see a few mountain goats on your way up the canyon.

3. Grey Sandy Campground & Store

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32mi from Elkhorn · 7 sites

Our campground is centrally located between Black Sandy State Park and White Sandy State Park. Our store is packed with everything you need to make your stay unforgettable! From camping essentials and cozy firewood to a wide array of candy, snacks, beer, wine, and refreshing drinks, we've got you covered. Need some last-minute fishing gear or a fun souvenir? We've got those too! Swing by and discover all the amazing things we have in store for you!

4. Helena National Forest

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109 sites · Helena Valley Northeast, Montana

The Helena National Forest straddles the continental divide and offers adventurers a whirlwind of majestic scenery and recreation. Nicknamed the “million acre backyard” you’re gonna love exploring the hiking, biking and off roading trails in Gates of the Mountains and the Helena River Valley, which boasts jaw dropping views of the Big Belt Mountains. Anglers will need to be yanked out of the crystal clear Missouri River—the trout are just begging to be caught. Campgrounds are close by and backcountry lovers will find plenty of chances to explore the trails and see incredible wildlife. Don’t pass up a chance to hop the Continental Divide trail or visit Helena National Forest. You’re gonna feel like you’re on top of the world!

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5. Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

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633 sites · Wisdom, Montana

Adventuring in the largest national forest in Montana should definitely be added to your summer (or winter!) to do list. Activities abound in The Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, including wilderness trekking, scenic drives to killer views, camping among smallish forest sites, downhill and cross-country skiing in the winter, lake fishing, picnicking, and exploring historic wild-west ghost towns in the summer. You can also check out parts of the Continental Divide trail which crosses through this park, and cheer on thru-hikers in the final stretch of their epic journey. You may just have to flip a coin to decide between the plethora of outdoor fun in this 3.35 million acre forest. The choice is yours, all you have to do is pick one and get going!

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6. Black Sandy State Park

34 sites · Helena Valley Northeast, Montana

Discover Black Sandy State Park's scenic shores and outdoor fun.

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Public campgrounds near Elkhorn

Eagle Guard Station

10mi from Elkhorn · 1 site · in Helena National Forest

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Cromwell Dixon Campground

12mi from Elkhorn · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Helena National Forest

A thunderstorm fast approaching the campground in the evening.

Park Lake Campground

15mi from Elkhorn · 22 sites · in Helena National Forest

Mormon Gulch Campground and Picnic Area

20mi from Elkhorn · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

Ladysmith Campground

22mi from Elkhorn · 6 sites · in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

Moose Creek Cabin

22mi from Elkhorn · 1 site · in Helena National Forest

Moose Creek Campground

22mi from Elkhorn · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Helena National Forest

Coulter Campground

25mi from Elkhorn · 7 sites · in Helena National Forest

Whitehouse Campground and Picnic Area

25mi from Elkhorn · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

Kading Campground

27mi from Elkhorn · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Helena National Forest

Kading Cabin

27mi from Elkhorn · 1 site · in Helena National Forest

Delmoe Lake Campground and Picnic Area

28mi from Elkhorn · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Jim

September 2025

35 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Great place to stay with potable water and electricity (30 or 50 amp). Close to all amenities. We stayed there three seperate times this year. Will be back next year

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Frank

September 2025

45 ft Class C

With pets

2 nights at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

This was a great location for visiting friends in Bozeman. The directions to the site were good and the site was clean, level, completely fenced, and offered electricity and water. We travel with two golden retrievers and after checking with our host, they were allowed to roam freely on the large, fenced property. We are very satisfied RVers and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Wild Horse.

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Tiffany

September 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Great directions. Was nice to have wifi and hookups. Responsive host. Clean well maintained site. Farm life is talkative early and reminded us of home.

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Jennifer

September 2025

22 ft campervan

1 night at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

My folks stayed in Space 1 and I was in Space 2 for this visit. It worked out perfect for us. Clean and simple. Just what we needed for the night. The chickens reminded me of home! Thanks Michael!

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Chris

September 2025

24 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

We were there all by ourselves and it was a nice, private spot.

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Dean

September 2025

23 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Host was great. Fresh eggs for breakfast. Leash free and long hiking trail.

Staci

September 2025

29 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Great easy access site with flat, well graveled spaces. Have stayed there twice and this time even got the stamp of approval from my glamper husband.

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Scott

August 2025

40 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Very good spot with electric and water. Easy to get to and had no problem in a 40 foot class A.

Katherine

August 2025

35 ft Class C

With pets

2 nights at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Excllent space and beautiful views. Lopved the privacy and the chickens.

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Mary Ann

August 2025

35 ft fifth wheel

With pets

4 nights at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Great place to stay for a few days. Very nice hosts…they even shared some of their fresh eggs with us! Electric and water was nice to have and convenient to town. We really enjoyed watching their chickens and chicken ‘guard dog’.

Daniel & Renee

August 2025

18 ft pop-up camper

1 night at York Montana Hideaway

This is our second time this summer on Christian's land, so obviously it's a big thumbs up! Christian is a super great and amiable host who enjoys sharing this little paradise; Campsite was on lush green grass adjacent to a perennial spring-fed creek. Lots of birds and wild flowers! This is a beautiful location, but please be sure you are 100% self-contained as there is no power, or waste disposal. Overall, one of the nicest places We've hipcamped in Montana!

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Kim

August 2025

27 ft Class C

3 nights at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

We camped at site 2 of Michael’s property for three nights while exploring the Bozeman area. I highly recommend this for several reasons. Michael is a wonderful host; very responsive with communications, friendly, and helpful once on site, as needed. He was generous to give us a dozen fresh eggs, which we enjoyed all of (Thank you, Michael!). The location was easy to set up at. It took very little effort to level my RV; potable water was readily accessible to add to my fresh water tank (I connected my own hose to the one already in place to add water to my tank at Site 2; Site 1 likely would not require any additional hose length); and the electric service was reliable (30 amp at Site 2; Site 1 has 50 amp). The location was quiet and the surrounding neighborhood is a nice area for walking. There is a Town Pump less than 3 miles away with a free RV dump station. I would definitely stay here again when in the area.

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Matthew

August 2025

23 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to York Montana Hideaway

Great spot on a cool creek. Christian is a wonderful host. He showed exceptional hospitality.

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Donald

July 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

4 nights at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

We really enjoyed staying at Michael’s land the view of the mountains is beautiful. It is easy to get in and set up, they even asked if we wanted a dozen eggs. We have a 40ft 5th wheel and they have one spot with 50 amp the other is 30 amp.

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Darin

July 2025

28 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Super Nice Guy! Clean, nice place and a bargain for the Bozeman area.

Demi

July 2025

25 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Perfect stopover before flying out the next day! We loved waking up to the chickens and also so grateful for the water and electric hookups! Thank you for having us!

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Denise

July 2025

30 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

What a wonderful place to stay with a very nice host!! Quiet and safe with a nice area to walk the dog.

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Elena

July 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to York Montana Hideaway

We loved Christian’s property for our two night stay in our camper. He was a pleasure to meet and made sure we had everything we needed including potable water. The beautiful spring creek is a treat to have at your front door, and you’re minutes away from Hauser Lake. Convenient place to stay to explore the area including lots of hiking opportunities.

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regina

July 2025

29 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

Clean, easy, safe spot to stay! Michael was helpful—tho hardly any help was needed since everything that was expected was there.

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James

July 2025

35 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wildhorse Ranch and Rentals

There are two sites on the property, which are very well kept with gravel. The site has 30 or 50 amp and potable water. We have a 35' Class A motorhome and a towed vehicle with plenty of space. It is a secure site and we felt very safe. There is lots of room for a pet to enjoy. If you will really like being woken up to the sounds of the rooster, so no alarm is required. The owners also provided a dozen eggs from the laying hens. We have stayed here 4 seperate times and will go back again and again.