The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Missoula, Montana

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for finding the perfect camping experience! If you're looking to bring your pets and explore the beautiful terrain near Missoula, Montana, we've got you covered. With over 980 available options specifically tailored to your preference for pet-friendly campsites, you'll find the ideal spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Whether you're seeking a backcountry adventure or a cozy campsite with all the amenities, we have something for everyone. Check out our top campsites, like Primrose Meadows (652 reviews), Rusty Nail Farm (146 reviews), and Hidden Meadow Ranch (108 reviews), all highly recommended by fellow campers. Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, potable water, and campfires, and engage in exciting activities such as wildlife watching, climbing, and off-roading. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $16, you'll find the perfect camping experience for you and your furry friends.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Missoula

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for finding the perfect camping experience! If you're looking to bring your pets and explore the beautiful terrain near Missoula, Montana, we've got you covered. With over 980 available options specifically tailored to your preference for pet-friendly campsites, you'll find the ideal spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Whether you're seeking a backcountry adventure or a cozy campsite with all the amenities, we have something for everyone. Check out our top campsites, like Primrose Meadows (652 reviews), Rusty Nail Farm (146 reviews), and Hidden Meadow Ranch (108 reviews), all highly recommended by fellow campers. Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, potable water, and campfires, and engage in exciting activities such as wildlife watching, climbing, and off-roading. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $16, you'll find the perfect camping experience for you and your furry friends.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Missoula

1. Rainbow Gulch Farm

82%

(83)

15mi from Missoula · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

A small family farm working toward sustainability. Easy to access from I-90, drive in camping for a stop overnight or a home base while you explore the many attractions nearby. Learn more about this land: We are 20 miles east of Missoula, MT near the Kettlehouse Ampitheater in Bonner. Our location is halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Park. There are mountain bike paths, river access points for paddling, rafting or fishing within minutes of our land. We can even help you know where to go. Our land is surrounded by Nature Conservancy land with a public recreation easement, so you can hike and take your horse for a ride very easily, just let us know and we will point you in the right direction. Our child had a significant medical emergency that required a lot of travel to Seattle Children's and 4 brain surgeries recently, so we are just getting the garden back up and running and the sheep are happy. Unfortunately no chickens this year. In a vehicle, you can pull into one of our pastures for your stay. Where you are depends on which field the sheep are eating! Tents also work in the field. We do not have any hookups, but there is potable water in the blue hydrant by the yellow tube. The fields are that - pasture fields. There are quiet neighbors across the fence who now have goats on one side. We are happy to offer advice about local attractions via messaging. This is pack it in, pack it out.

2. Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground

82%

(11)

19mi from Missoula · 36 sites · Tents, RVs

We are located just a two-minute drive off I-90, but in those two minutes, the sounds of cars are replaced by the rustling of ponderosas and the water of Rock Creek that is just a minute's walk from your campsite and home to world-renowned fly fishing. Ekstrom’s Stage Station is a collection of historic log buildings reassembled along Rock Creek that functions as a campground today. The sites are situated in a large grassy meadow surrounded by tall pine trees and are quaint and quiet, comfortably accommodating RVs up to 55′ in length. (Please call ahead regarding availability for larger RVs.) In addition to the happy campground, we have two lovely tiny houses, a pair of rustic cabins, and a hundred-year-old schoolhouse available for your stay. We offer all the essentials for a comfortable camping experience— restrooms, hot showers, Wi-Fi, electric hookups, and laundry available onsite—in a rustic, laid-back environment. Whether you’re just passing through for a night or looking for a peaceful spot to stay for a while, we hope to see you soon!

3. Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

94%

(9)

21mi from Missoula · 1 site · RV

This RV pad, located 1.5 miles from Exit 77 on I-90, has breathtaking views the Clark Fork valley and is located near whitewater rafting, fishing, hunting and hiking amenities. Located at functioning food and flower farm (Crescent Ridge Farm), the RV pad is located 400 feet from the farm house and a few hundred feet from the large flower garden. This stay offers a farm experience so you may see farming in action. We welcome you to self tour our food and flower garden, watch the free-range chickens and simply enjoy the view on the outdoor patio. The gravel RV pad is 28 feet in length (plus additional grass area) and includes a potable water and sewer hookups along with electricity. Fires are allowed (pending no restrictions) in the fire pit. A concrete pad with table and chairs offers outdoor amenities. The site is located 30 mins from Missoula and 5 mins from Alberton. There are three food options in Alberton including River's Edge, Trax Bar (pizza), and Sporty's Bar (burgers). A fishing access is available at Petty Creek (1.5 miles).

4. Sweet spot

100%

(5)

26mi from Missoula · 3 sites · RVs

Right across I-90 from the Clark Fork River where you can fish, float, swim or just hangout next to the water. ATV trails all over near by. 30 min away from Missoula. We have water and electricity hookups. There are 2 restaurants in Alberton that are about 1 mile away. Pets welcome as long as they get along with other pets. Come see the beauty Montana has to offer.

5. St Mary's Mountain Homestead

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(1)

27mi from Missoula · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging

We are on 9 acres, located at the base of St Mary's Mountain, just outside of the historic town of Stevensville on the west side of the Bitterroot Valley. We have 2 sites, nestled in the pines, available to accommodate RV's. Our sites are level and include power and water hookups. In addition, we also have a 24' Thor Motorhome available for rent. We have an abundance of wildlife that visits the property including deer, elk, moose, the occasional bear, fox, owls, turkeys, quail and birds. We have a flourishing garden and chickens on the property as well and will be adding a greenhouse and farmstand to offer our goods in the near future. Attractions near us include just about anything you want to do outside: numerous hiking trails, atv riding from the property, Lee Metcalf Wildlife Refuge, 50 mile Bitterroot Trail walk/bike path, Fort Owen State Park, golfing, Bitterroot River for fishing, swimming and boating. Explore the historic town of Stevensville where you can visit St Mary's Mission, multiple restaurants, coffee shops, farmers market on Saturday’s, antique stores, soda fountain at the local drug store and many other unique and fun shops.

Public campgrounds near Missoula

Beavertail Hill Campground

23mi from Missoula · 26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beavertail Hill State Park

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Placid Lake Campground

30mi from Missoula · 40 sites · Tents, RVs · in Placid Lake State Park

Salmon Lake Campground

33mi from Missoula · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in Salmon Lake State Park

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Powell Campground

42mi from Missoula · 21 sites · Tents, RVs · in Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

White House Campground

44mi from Missoula · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Matt

October 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Rainbow Gulch Farm

Great stop over spot right off the interstate. We rolled in after dark and still found it without issue. Taller vehicles be aware there are some low hanging branches but they are pretty bendy so I pushed through just fine. The entrance to field number 1 was pretty tight for our travel trailer. The car parked next to the garage meant I had to take it slow and watch my mirrors. But for the price, totally worth it.

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Sophie

September 2025

22 ft Class A

1 night at Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

Molly has such a beautiful plot! We had a lovely evening at the farm, the plot is very clean and the views are incredible! Molly’s doggo Louis visited us also which we thoroughly enjoyed :) Thank you for a wonderful time, we wish we could have stayed longer! 🇬🇧

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Paul

September 2025

23 ft Class B

1 night at Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

The views are stunning and on a clear night the amount of stars you can see is beautiful. Everything we needed was there and well maintained. We loved the overall experience.

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Chris

September 2025

23 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

Molly was very easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend.

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Larry

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Rainbow Gulch Farm

Nice clean spot for a quick stop over. You can hear the highway traffic but it did bother us. We had the lower meadow to ourselves. A little tight getting through the gate with a car sitting there but actually had plenty of room. Beautiful view out or back window.

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Sherry

September 2025

34 ft fifth wheel

Weekend Trip to Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground

Great fishing spot if you love to fish! Will return because hubby loves to fish.

Crystal

September 2025

31 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground

We had a great stay! The kids loved the corn hole and volleyball. Very nice location and well-kept grounds.

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Sara

August 2025

Tent

With pets

20 nights at Rainbow Gulch Farm

Rainbow Gulch was an amazing experience! My pup and I loved it. Away from city lights, the sky is breathtaking- and the stars light it up at night! Very clean and well maintained pasture, with a local market only minutes away that has anything you'd need for your stay! Highly recommend staying here. :)

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garrett

August 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

Owners were prompt and very nice. Property was clean and beautiful. Definitely would stay again if in the area

M

Molly

August 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

Beautiful setting!! Host was wonderful and met us and showed us the amenities. Would stay again and recommend to anyone.

Seth

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Rainbow Gulch Farm

We have now stayed here twice. Great spot close to the interstate. Nothing but a field with a little bit of a slope but it's been exactly what we needed both times. Thankful for Rainbow Gulch Farm.

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Ross

August 2025

21 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

Excellent spot. Nice amenities (table/chairs, grill, fire pit/wood, croquet, trees for shade) and a sweet view of the valley. Quiet road to walk on and stretch your legs and walk the dog. Great communication from the hosts, who made sure everything was good for our stay. Would definitely stay here again.

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Rachel

August 2025

27 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at St Mary's Mountain Homestead

Fantastic quiet spot for us to stay the week. There’s 1 other campsite across the way, but even if there was another camper there you would still have tons of privacy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in their beautiful location! Highly recommend.

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Remy

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Rainbow Gulch Farm

It was a very cute spot, with lots of space to camp with a larger group.

Seth

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Rainbow Gulch Farm

We camped in Lisa's tent camping for a quick overnight spot. It was what we were looking for. Quiet and easy to find. The field we stayed on wasn't perfectly level but it was nice soft deep grass.

M

Marlo

August 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Rainbow Gulch Farm

It is so nice to have an affordable, clean, safe option to stay. Private and I will stay again if in the area. The grocery store about a mile away also has competitive prices and is well stocked.

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Stephen

August 2025

30 ft campervan

With kids

3 nights at Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground

Fun little camp, well situated with lots of good amenities.

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angie

July 2025

18 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

This was such a beautiful and peaceful little farmstead. The family was so friendly and warm, the sunset was fantastic, and the location is pretty unbeatable!

Demi

July 2025

26 ft campervan

With kids

1 night at Flower Farm w/Gorgeous Views-RV Pad

We absolutely loved this hidden gem! We needed a spot after a long day of travel and after an evening in Missoula, it was the perfect home away from home. Complete with a swing for the kiddo, croquet, water and electric hookup, and unbelievable views. Hosts were the sweetest too. Hope to return someday!