The best waterside campgrounds near Lincoln, Montana

Lincoln packs in over 450 waterside camping spots, with options ranging from riverside clearings to lakeside meadows. Expect an average price of $75 a night, though you can snag a spot for as little as $20. You’ll find campsites that welcome pets, offer showers, and provide toilets—no need to rough it unless you want to. Fishing is a staple here, with plenty of trout-filled creeks and easy access to horseback riding and hiking trails that cut through pine forests and open valleys. Top picks include Hidden Meadow Ranch (166 reviews), Buck’s Paradise (40 reviews), and Mile High Mountain Homestead (17 reviews). Each spot offers a different take on Montana’s waterways—some tucked beside quiet streams, others opening onto wild lakes. Bring your rod, boots, and a sense of adventure; Lincoln’s waterside camping delivers the goods.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lincoln

Lincoln packs in over 450 waterside camping spots, with options ranging from riverside clearings to lakeside meadows. Expect an average price of $75 a night, though you can snag a spot for as little as $20. You’ll find campsites that welcome pets, offer showers, and provide toilets—no need to rough it unless you want to. Fishing is a staple here, with plenty of trout-filled creeks and easy access to horseback riding and hiking trails that cut through pine forests and open valleys. Top picks include Hidden Meadow Ranch (166 reviews), Buck’s Paradise (40 reviews), and Mile High Mountain Homestead (17 reviews). Each spot offers a different take on Montana’s waterways—some tucked beside quiet streams, others opening onto wild lakes. Bring your rod, boots, and a sense of adventure; Lincoln’s waterside camping delivers the goods.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lincoln

1. 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.

2. 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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3. 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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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

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

Kading Cabin

37mi from Lincoln · 1 site · in Helena National Forest

Kading Campground

37mi from Lincoln · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Helena National Forest

Big Larch Campground

42mi from Lincoln · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lolo National Forest

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Park Lake Campground

43mi from Lincoln · 22 sites · in Helena National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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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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.

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!

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!