The best campgrounds near Lincoln, Montana with horseback riding

Looking to plan a camping trip near Lincoln, Montana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 480 options in the area, you'll have plenty of choices to find the perfect campsite. Whether you're into biking, snow sports, or surfing, there's something for everyone. And don't worry about breaking the bank - prices start as low as $18 per night, with an average of $30 per night. Looking for recommendations? Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: Primrose Meadows (652 reviews), Gallatin River Getaway (159 reviews), and Montana Red Devon Ranch (75 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, pets, and campfires. Start planning your outdoor adventure now!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lincoln

Looking to plan a camping trip near Lincoln, Montana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 480 options in the area, you'll have plenty of choices to find the perfect campsite. Whether you're into biking, snow sports, or surfing, there's something for everyone. And don't worry about breaking the bank - prices start as low as $18 per night, with an average of $30 per night. Looking for recommendations? Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: Primrose Meadows (652 reviews), Gallatin River Getaway (159 reviews), and Montana Red Devon Ranch (75 reviews). Plus, enjoy popular amenities like toilets, pets, and campfires. Start planning your outdoor adventure now!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lincoln

1. Buck’s Paradise

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45mi from Lincoln · 3 sites · Lodging

Learn more about this land: This is a non-smoking, Family friendly dry cabin. Pets are allowed as long as you clean up after them and don't allow them on the furniture. We love our fur babies! Property is located just north of Seeley Lake Beach. Lots of room to ride bikes with trails accessible nearby. Access to Deer Creek as well. Owner will be on the property from time to time staying at their cabin, so you may see them here and there. Excellent property to set up folf nets or just enjoy the quiet scenery of deer and listen to the birds. We just ask that you keep the property clean and be respectful. Pack in pack out.

2. Last Best Place

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34mi from Lincoln · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land:  Safely leave your camp in the shade, under tall pine trees.  Enjoy horses grazing nearby and explore Greenough, the last best place.  The best swimming hole on the Clearwater River is located less than a mile away.  World class fishing and floating on multiple rivers including the Big Blackfoot are nearby.  Salmon Lake and Seeley Lake have limited campsites but are located just 10 to 20 miles away from this spot for fabulous fishing and boating adventures. The Clearwater Game Range is 2 miles away for hiking, biking and wildlife viewing.  I almost forgot to mention the well preserved and nearby ghost towns of Garnet and  Coloma.   This truly is, the last best campsite in the last best place. Large family reunions and gatherings welcome! I will open as many camp sites as you need.

3. York Montana Hideaway

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47mi from Lincoln · 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.

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. Lolo National Forest

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395 sites · Alberton, Montana

You are going to be filled to the brim with glee when you discover Lolo National Forest. Seriously; this is the kind of place you can stand with your feet in a crystal clear stream, bighorn sheep filling the meadow, with the sun setting behind snowcapped mountain peaks in the distance. And that’s just a roadside pull off! With over two million acres to explore, hikers, bikers and backcountry seekers will be stoked on the supa-lush forest, and trails like Cougar Peak Lookout and the Lolo Peak trail (which we assure you is not low-low). Boat for a day in Seeley Lake, or cast a line into pristine mountain streams for a try at the trout. Dinner is going to taste great over the campfire! Through the meadows or up the peaks, it’s easy enough to get your share of adventure at Lolo.

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6. MT Keene Life is Good Lodge

37mi from Lincoln · 1 site · Lodging

Wade the Dearborn in the back yard of this 3-bedroom house (fourth bedroom/living room or guide cabin next door ($150/stay to open) on 10 acres of the former Gary Cooper Ranch. Don’t be surprised to see deer, geese and ducks in the window nudging their way near the deck, especially at the spring waterfall that cascades down the slope. if you are especially quiet and observant, the hundreds of acres of park and ranch across the river also have mountain goats, bears, antelope and even the mountain lion. Help yourself to the library, watch satellite television or DVD movies, or read from the house’s library. The public put-in is an 11 hour trip; private access to two shorter put-ins make this a recommended site for many Montana guides. Launch from the back yard and float one half mile down the Dearborn River to the Missouri River or from anywhere on the Dearborn to your own private fishing hole among some of nature’s oldest rock outcroppings. Only few miles from the Missouri Inn over the bridge where the Untouchables was filmed, enjoy the canyon or visit the Lewis and Clark’s Tower Rock and surrounding Park. From this base, see the spectacular Glacier Park or the continent’s largest dinosaur digs to the northwest, float the Lewis and Clark Trail by pontoon boat and lunch at the island where one of the nation's most famous fires occurred, or travel south to Yellowstone National Park or Jackson Hole, each an easy day’s visit. Bring your dogs to the kennel behind the house, hang on the deck with river and tremendous rock views, play pool or light the outside fire pit for a campfire. BBQ or enjoy the new, custom kitchen and fisherman’s décor. In the evening, take your pick of 3 spacious bedrooms where at the end of the day 6 extra long beds await or tie a few at the fly-tying table.

7. The Hohnstead

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48mi from Lincoln · 6 sites · Lodging

We are modern-day homesteaders who have worked from bare land to build simple necessities into suitable amenities, into small luxuries. For us, having a roof over our head, a campfire to share stories with our guests, an outdoor shower, electricity, water, a peaceful forest that surrounds us - they are all luxuries that we love, and sharing them with our guests makes hosting the best job ever! 

8. The Mountaintop Disconnect

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22mi from Lincoln · 1 site · Lodging

We don't know much about the history of our property but we can tell you that we plan on keeping it forever. It has absurdly good views at the top and is the perfect amount of remote and accessible for us.Learn more about this land:The property begins at the base of a small mountain and goes straight to the 6000' peak (and a little past). Great views, silent surroundings. You will very much be in the middle of nowhere. Enjoy it. There is a natural spring on the property from which you may get your water. Please no relieving yourself within 100 feet of the spring or uphill from it.

9. Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

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421 sites · Alberton, Montana

It is only right that the land named after some of America’s raddest explorers would be totally epic! Covering a whopping seven mountain ranges, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest is your front door to adventure in Montana. If winter is your happy place, then come make turns at Silver Crest Ski Area, or snowshoe trails through peaceful forests. In the summer, day trippers can roam among prairielands and flowering cacti on the Sulphur Springs Trail, while offroaders and bikers and zip down the OHV trails. Stay in an epic lookout tower on top of the Castle Mountains, or enjoy a remote campsite all to yourself. However you choose to spend your time at Lewis and Clark, you’ll find yourself thanking these two OG adventurers for discovering such an incredible place!

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10. Salmon Lake State Park

23 sites · Seeley Lake, Montana

Discover the serene beauty of Salmon Lake State Park.

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11. 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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12. 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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13. Beavertail Hill State Park

26 sites · Clinton, Montana

Discover Beavertail Hill State Park's natural beauty and camping delights.

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Public campgrounds near Lincoln

Aspen Grove Group Use Campground

6.8mi from Lincoln · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Helena National Forest

Cummings Cabin

8.5mi from Lincoln · 1 site · in Helena National Forest

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Copper Creek Campground

9mi from Lincoln · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · in Helena National Forest

Big Nelson Campground

14mi from Lincoln · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Monture Creek Campground

25mi from Lincoln · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

Monture Guard Station Cabin

26mi from Lincoln · 1 site · in Lolo National Forest

Double Falls Campground

31mi from Lincoln · 4 sites · in Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Wood Lake Campground

33mi from Lincoln · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Moose Creek Campground

35mi from Lincoln · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Helena National Forest

Moose Creek Cabin

36mi from Lincoln · 1 site · in Helena National Forest

Salmon Lake Campground

36mi from Lincoln · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in Salmon Lake State Park

Van Deriet Campground

37mi from Lincoln · 6 sites · in Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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jessica

August 2025

With kids

2 nights at Buck’s Paradise

10/10 and hope to be back! Super cute cabin worked perfectly for our family of 6. Thank you!

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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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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Kristyna

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Last Best Place

The place was as described. Thanks to Mary Ann's note about the location it was also easy to find.

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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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Kristie

July 2025

10 ft campervan

With pets

4 nights at Last Best Place

I loved camping here! I rented the most private site, which opened up the entire SW corner area of their property. There aren’t roads, but they keep the land really clean and there are cleared routes. It’s uphill; steepish but my Subaru was fine, and once you crest the bench it’s a park! I literally went to the SW corner and it was flat, private, open and shady. Just perfect. As were the visits from the gorgeous, friendly horses. There is no avoiding the highway noise, but a good attitude and a little music and you don’t notice. Great hosts too. Easy communication and really generous with the land and my privacy. So glad I landed there!

Lindy

July 2025

27 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at York Montana Hideaway

York is a little gem! We were able to do Hauser Lake and Canyon Ferry. We rode our bikes and had a burger at the York bar. Fantastic location right on Trout Creek!

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Shawn

July 2025

Group trip

4 nights at Buck’s Paradise

I loved the beautiful open skies for late night star gazing. The cabin was incredible comfortable and cozy. Such a beautiful setting to spend time at. Will definitely try to get back here again.

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Douglas

July 2025

26 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Last Best Place

This location provided a safe place to leave our camper to explore the area and was exactly what we were looking for. Mary Ann's recommendation for paddling our kayaks on nearby Salmon Lake was a perfect alternative to more crowded lakes in the area.

Daniel & Renee

June 2025

18 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to York Montana Hideaway

Really enjoyed spending a couple of quiet nights on Christian's land! Christian is a super great and amiable host who was very helpful, and easy to communicate with. My 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, water, or waste disposal. Overall, one of the nicest places I've hipcamped in Montana!

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Christopher

June 2025

15 ft travel trailer

Group trip

1 night at Last Best Place

Wonderful area that suited our needs perfectly. Mary Ann was very pleasant to interact with and was very accommodating. It’s very close to the highway but if you’re alright with that I would definitely recommend. There were hardly any bugs to deal with. There’s a swimming hole in the river 3 minutes up the road and salmon lake is only 11 minutes away.

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Mandy

June 2025

30 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Last Best Place

It was quiet overall and closer to resources she activities.

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Bitcoin

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Last Best Place

tent camping here was great. it would be nice if there was a port-a-john on site. everything was as advertised.

Joanna

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Buck’s Paradise

We had such a great time this weekend! The cabin was so cozy and came with everything we needed. Highly recommend!

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Logan

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Buck’s Paradise

I had the most amazing time staying at this cabin! It was the perfect mix of comfort and nature. The cabin itself was cozy, clean, and well-equipped, with everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. We enjoyed every moment of peace and quiet. The host was friendly, accommodating, and responded in a timely fashion.