12 Best Private Campsites Near Plains, MT, US 2025

Looking to escape to the great outdoors near Plains, Montana? Hipcamp has you covered with over 66 private camping options in the area. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a first-timer, there's something for everyone. With an average price per night of $65 and options as low as $20, you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Mike and Brenda's getaway (100 reviews), Home on the Range Campsite (47 reviews), and Forested Retreat (21 reviews) to get a sense of what fellow campers have enjoyed. Popular amenities such as campfires, potable water, and toilets are available, and you can also indulge in activities like wildlife watching, fishing, and biking. Start planning your camping adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to escape to the great outdoors near Plains, Montana? Hipcamp has you covered with over 66 private camping options in the area. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a first-timer, there's something for everyone. With an average price per night of $65 and options as low as $20, you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Mike and Brenda's getaway (100 reviews), Home on the Range Campsite (47 reviews), and Forested Retreat (21 reviews) to get a sense of what fellow campers have enjoyed. Popular amenities such as campfires, potable water, and toilets are available, and you can also indulge in activities like wildlife watching, fishing, and biking. Start planning your camping adventure today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Off The Beaten Path Glampground

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0.9mi from Plains · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Plains, MT

Located in Beautiful Western Montana on the hill above the town of Plains, with Spectacular views of the mountains and Clark Fork River. We have 3 off grid Glamping domes for rent, for those who prefer a unique experience. They are fully outfitted and have nice comfortable beds. Our extra large camping sites have no size restrictions. We have on site porta potty, hand washing stations. All camp sites are off grid. Pets are welcome at your campsite. There is a fee for pets in the domes. We currently offer 6 camp sites on 21 acres. Our Location is midway between Kalispell and Missoula off of highway 200 and Hwy 28. 45 minutes to Flathead Lake, 90 minutes to Kalispell and Missoula. Less than 2 hours to Coeur d' Alene. Only 18 minutes to Quinn's Hot Springs. Come stay where the stars are your nightlights.

2. Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

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41mi from Plains · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Saint Ignatius, MT

We are an operating Farm/Ranch and Horse Facility. We offer not only camping but a real ranch feel and experience and incredible hospitality. We have not only a view of the mission mountains but the BEST view with both waterfalls in view. Our property sits off the road next to our peaceful hay field with wildlife, horses, donkeys, mules, milk cows and chickens galore! We cannot wait to meet you!

3. The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

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2.1mi from Plains · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Plains, MT

Waterfront serenity tucked into the timeless beauty of an old homestead. Gods Country. A place where the past lingers gently, offering quiet moments and a slower rhythm, steeped in the spirit of simpler times. The property has a railroad track nearby with trains running several times a day. There is no whistle, but if you are a light sleeper the rumble may be a disturbance. 23.5 hours a day are incredibly peaceful. The other half hour is a nostalgic sound track, echoing the spirit of American industry that helped build a nation!

4. Little Beaver Creek Ranch

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31mi from Plains · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Trout Creek, MT

Little Beaver Creek Ranch is in the heart of western Montana, between the historic towns of Trout Creek and Thompson Falls. The ranch is a combination of an historic and working remnant of Montana’s ranching past, and stunning natural beauty - - wide-open meadows with unobstructed views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains. Over 4000' of Little Beaver Creek provide the boundary to fenced & cross-fenced hay fields with a backdrop of the Bitterroot and Cabinet Mountains. The scenery is exceptional and area resources are astounding. Finding refuge on the ranch, wildlife is plentiful and diverse. The nostalgic, red 7,200 square foot, 7-stall barn serves as a functional centerpiece to the property and as a solid scenic landmark. Historic structures abound, with two barns, a carriage house, school house and bunkhouse to explore. A four-bedroom guest house offers short and long-term options for overnight accommodations. RV camping (large level site, covered patio, picnic table, electric and water hook-up) is also available through the Hip Camp program. The setting supports special events, weddings, horse boarding, cattle grazing and other activities, including winter cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Little Beaver Creek Ranch is surrounded by public lands with miles of backcountry hiking trails, and roads. Additionally, nearby Sex and Cougar Peak historic fire lookouts are available for overnight stays. These area resources also include easy access to the Clark Fork, Flathead, Big Blackfoot, Bull, Yaak and Kootenai Rivers, as well as Noxon Reservoir, Flathead and Pend Oreille Lakes for exceptional boating and fishing opportunities. Sweitzer and Lookout Pass ski resorts are a reasonable drive from the property and offer outstanding skiing and support facilities.

Stories from the community

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Brianna

October 2025

With pets

2 nights at Off The Beaten Path Glampground

The dome glamping experience was wonderful! The interior of the bison decor was very cute and the perfect set up for my two gal friends and I. Beautiful view of the plains and river, both from inside the dome and the wooden porch it sits on. The propane heater was much appreciated, and took the chill off inside the dome. Trina was a terrific host, greeting us when we first arrived and showed us to our dome. She made sure we had what we needed, and has done a great job setting up her property. Fantastic getaway for us gals!!

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Nate

October 2025

16 ft car

4 nights at Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

There were great views and friendly dogs. Megan and Jay were very accommodating and responsive when I had any questions. I would stay here again in an instant!

Brendan

September 2025

1 night at Off The Beaten Path Glampground

BEST. I promise you, you will fall in love with Plains and the rest of Montana if you stay here. Trina and her boys are the best this country has to offer worked unbelievably hard to make this campsite one to remember. Please come

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Amber

September 2025

1 night at Off The Beaten Path Glampground

I booked at the last moment, late in the evening and Trina (and her awesome son, Steele) was there to greet us right as we arrived. They showed us to the dome and brought us a several gallon jug of water to use. The buck dome was perfect with comfortable beds. There was a BBQ available to cook our dinner on so we didn't have to dig out our camp stoves. Clean shared portapotty and hot shower a short walk away. Trina thought of everything needed for a nice glamping stay on a gorgeous property. The views do not disappoint and Trina was so fun to chat with and filled with fantastic recommendations for places well outside of montana that are on our itenerary. Next time we come to Montana we will be sure to book a stay.

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Cassie

September 2025

22 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Little Beaver Creek Ranch

We loved staying at Robert and Mary’s ranch! The property is so quiet and beautiful, it was a great retreat. The spot is very private and we were lucky enough to walk the land and get a tour. Robert and Mary are very friendly. This was probably our favorite Hipcamp property thus far!

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Kyle

September 2025

With pets

1 night at Off The Beaten Path Glampground

My wife and I loved staying in the Bigfoot dome. We wish we started out road trip with this stay instead of making it our last stop so we could stay longer. The views are absolutely incredible and there were cows and deer wandering right outside. The sunrise and sunsets are amazing and the stars at night are incredible. Host is very nice and informative about things to do in the area and we'll definitely recommend and visit again.

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Margaret

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Off The Beaten Path Glampground

The stars at night were beautiful, and it’s a gorgeous drive to the hot springs. Very peaceful stay.

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Paul

September 2025

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

Great spot and a clean porto potty. Definitely a great place to stay if going to Quinn’s Hot Springs.

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Jodi

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Off The Beaten Path Glampground

Loved the Bison Dome and can’t wait to go back! Had a thunder/lightning storm that gave incredible views. Everything you need is offered and wildlife roaming around made for a great visit!!

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Dan

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Off The Beaten Path Glampground

Really enjoyed the Bison Dome! 4 of us stayed and we were very comfortable and had lots of elbow room. We were fortunate enough to enjoy an amazing thunder and lightning storm and the dome provided outstanding views of the lightning! Morning views were incredible. The deer were a bonus. We will definitely be back to check this out again. Trina is an awesome host for sure.

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Olivia

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

Beautiful property with amazing views, very tranquil. Easy check in process & great communication

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Joshua

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

Great campsite, beautiful, peaceful, good communication and host was perfect in their end. Would recommend . 5/5

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Anjali

August 2025

2 nights at Off The Beaten Path Glampground

I stayed in Trina’s dome for 2 nights and it was lovely. The stay and views are exactly as described. Trina was easy to reach and gave excellent day trip suggestions. Highly recommend!

Sitting area on trail at the perimeter of the property

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Peggy

August 2025

24 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Little Beaver Creek Ranch

We arrived on a Friday afternoon and were greeted by Mary the owner who is very friendly and helpful. She jumped on her ATV and lead us to our camp spot. The views are breathtaking! The property has a beautiful trail at the edge of the property that goes over a creek and cows crazing in the field right next to it. It was fun to look at all the farm animals which included horses, chickens, goats and very friendly dogs. There is no internet near the camp spots. On Sunday morning, Rob the owner came over to chat with the two other campers that were there. He invited a mom and her young son to take a ride in the side by side to help him move the cows to a different field which I’m sure was so much fun for all. We camp a lot and this is one of the best camping experiences we have had and can’t wait to go back!

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tony

August 2025

32 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Little Beaver Creek Ranch

You could not ask for better hosts than Rob and Mary. Beautiful location!

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Mohan

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Off The Beaten Path Glampground

Loved the dome tent at Trina's site. We stayed for a day and wish we had more time. The views perched at the top are amazing - with mountains, the river - the climate temperate. No mosquitos. Site itself was very clean and had all the amenities we needed - chargers, clean toilet, fans - there is a heater, but wasn't needed at this time of the year. Indoor and outdoor games, BBQ with all utensils. Trina was a very attentive and warm host and since she's onsite - all needs were taken care of promptly and with a warm attitude. Whether you are a family or a romantic couple or just someone looking for a surreal relaxing experience, highly recommend this place. Cheers Mohan and family.

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Henry

July 2025

With kids

1 night at Off The Beaten Path Glampground

Great location and perfect for a family traveling through.

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Robin

July 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

Pretty little spot with a clean porta potty and beautiful sunset view. Lots of birds and deer! The trains didn’t bother me but I was in a camper van. Spotty Verizon service.

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Mary

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Off The Beaten Path Glampground

This site is truly awesome! The view was spectacular. Trina met me and drove me up the hill to direct me to the spot and made sure everything was in order before leaving me to my spot. Sunset was gorgeous and in the morning I had a deer munching just 10 feet away as I brushed my teeth in the outdoor sink. Highly recommend.