Camping near Polson with campfires

A lakeside retreat with national forests and Glacier National Park on its doorstep.

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Wildhorse Island Overlook

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Dayton, MT
Private camping pad on 5 acres right off Highway 93 on Flathead Lake. One of the best views on the entire lake. Overlooks Wildhorse Island and the Mission/Swan Mountain range. 3 minutes from gas/convenience store and 15 minutes from groceries/amenities in the town of Lakeside. Lake access is just short walk away and plenty of State Parks/recreation areas nearby. The pad has a fire pit with a picnic table and a 20'x20' shed where you can store items and escape the rain. Will accommodate a RV up to 35ft. No RV Hook Ups.
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The Ponderosa

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Turtle Lake, MT
This property sits on a ridge line that ties into the Mission Mountains.  Very close to town but definitely in the wild.  Our views span the entire length of Flathead Lake and the Mission Mountains.  A clear day shows the beautiful Glacier Park in the distance.
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Mere's Magic Rainbow Trout Pond

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Ronan, MT
Stay on an Old Trout Farm around the pond and listen to the water flow through the property. The property looks out to the Mission mountain range and campers can drive right to their spot. We have shaded tree spots and glamping with a community kitchen and outdoor shower. There is potable water fill up, wifi, and firewood upon request. Its best to show up for sunset (before dark). Plus, on way out you can bypass the 93 highway new road construction by taking crow road west past the iconic old barn and then get back on the 93 going North to Flathead lake or Glacier Nat'l Park.
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Bucketlist #1

2 sites · RVs34 acres · Big Arm, MT
Drive-in, park, and begin enjoying all the crazy, fun, or just relaxing things you want out of your private lakefront property. You're on the shores of Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake, this side of the Mississippi, and home of Wildhorse Island, where the Boone and Crocket world record Bighorn Sheep was discovered, killed by winter weather. This 2160 acre island is also the home of deer, mountain lions, bears, several species of eagles, and wild horses. Day hiking is allowed and is a 5-minute boat ride from your beach spot. Just slightly over an hour to Glacier National Park and access to all the mountain lakes, rivers and streams to explore, you won't be bored. Right around the corner, you have access to a boat ramp at one of the state-owned Parks with public showers, if the lake water is too cold. If you want to make her an honest women, while you're here, you're staying on our wedding and event venue (www.flatheadlakeforevers) and we will help make that happen too. Tell us what you want and we'll help you make it happen. Pictures posted on this site are all from this 34 acre, 900 ft. of lake frontage venue. Don't miss this one. Sorry no more instant booking, we don't ever want another Tod on our property.
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Peaceful Mission Mountain Paradise

1 site · RV10 acres · Ronan, MT
Learn more about this land:Comfortable RV spot with quiet clean spot (no tent camping due to bear activity). Lots of hiking and biking within a mile of the location. Lots of wildlife to view. Be bear aware and no food items can be left outdoors and that includes trash. One hour from Glacier Park and 5 Hours from Yellowstone. 16 miles from beautiful Flathead Lake. Fishing and recreation is in your back yard. National Bison Range close by along with the majestic St. Ignatius Mission. Lots and lots to do and see. A conservation license is required  to recreate on the reservation.  We have 2 Australian Shepards who love to great everyone.  We hope your stay with us is amazing! 
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Mission Mountain Escape

2 sites · RVs15 acres · Ronan, MT
Learn more about this land:Nestled next to the rockies, we have 2 full hook up sites for any size RV. There is also space for small campers not needing hookups. The area is secluded yet only 3 miles to restaraunts and stores. There are several bike and hike trails close by. Wildlife is abundant., and a few farm animals as well. We are 2 hours from Glacier National Park and 5 hours from Yellowstone National Park.
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Old Fulkerson dairy farm.

2 sites · RVs3 acres · Polson, MT
Learn more about this land:3 miles from Polson, boat and kayak access. Near Finley Point Grill. Lots of recreation possibilities. Mission mountain views. Room to stretch your legs and relax. River rafting optimal in summer months. Minutes from Flathead Lake and near GNP.
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Camp Kapapa Old US Hwy 93

5 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Elmo, MT
We are a family-oriented eco-friendly campsite located on the beautiful Flathead Lake of Elmo, Montana. With direct access to the lake and an hour's drive to Glacier National Park. Whether you are a family or only one person, we are here to make your stay at our campground an enjoyable one. Our campground is one of the last places along the shores of Flathead Lake that is pristine and undeveloped.
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Sage Oasis Garden Retreat

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents101 acres · Hot Springs, MT
Sage Oasis is a permaculture garden retreat center with a variety of lodging options located just outside the town of Hot Springs, Montana, an area known for its sweeping high desert views and unique mineral-rich hot soaking options. Evolving as a model of self-sufficient living in support of personal health and well-being at the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels. Sage Oasis hosts small hands-on workshops and retreat experiences for individuals and groups. We are located mid-way between Missoula and Kalispell, hot mineral soaks just minutes away in the Hot Springs valley of western Montana. It is 30 minutes from Flathead Lake, 45 minutes to the National Bison Range, and under 2 hours to Glacier National Park. All the activities and features listed here are within an hour's drive. We allow one pet per unit for a fee of $15 per trip, which you may kindly add to your payment. Please request permission for additional pets, as we often have several on the property and try to limit the numbers. Thank you.
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The Sanctuary

63 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · Superior, MT
YIPPIE-KI-YAY WINTER IS OVER AND WE ARE OPEN WITH FULL SERVICES!! IT'S IN THE 70°S, 80°S, 90'S DURING THE DAY! Welcome Patriots of America and Canada! At the sanctuary you will find like-minded people that love our countries and love the outdoors! Remember you are in Montana, "while in Rome be a Roman", thus when in Montana be a Montanan! We love our land and we love our wild animals please respect both! We are a multipurpose off-grid campground. We have designated camping spots like all other commercial campgrounds, but we also have cabin rentals, we have multiple sized group campgrounds, we have bike camp for bicycles and motorcycles, we have off the grid wolf camps, and we have winter hunting camping. We offer restrooms and showers, we have an RV dump, we have steel safety fire pits, we have hiking trails with incredible views, we have ATV roads, and we have four wheel drive roads, we have volleyball and badminton courts. We also have the best views in all of Mineral County. Don't be fooled by other farmers and ranchers on hip camp that tell you to go over next to a swamp or a pond, or at riverbed and let your fend for yourself with no amenities and charge you more than we charge you. If you want to be pure off grid, we have our Wolf Camp Mountain, but at least you can come back to the main compound and get a shower and relax at the lodge. We are just 3 miles off of Interstate 90, exit 47, in the small town of Superior, Montana. We have 5 restaurants, 4 bars with 3 casinos. Darlows is a wonderful grocery store including full service deli, beer, wine, and liquor and five churches of different denominations. The Sanctuary is up the canyon mountain via Pardee Creek Road. We are backed up into 50K of USFS acreage! The Clark Fork River on edge of property provides boating, rafting, and fishing fun! Our property plus USFS property provides miles of hiking, ATV, horseback, motorcross roads and trails. There are three cabins to rent, 25 RV dry spaces, 4 Group areas, and can accommodate over 200 tents! Heat in the winter is wood stove. We have restrooms, showers, cooking facilities, and a lodge with satellite internet connection.
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Aria Mission Meadows

1 site · RV17 acres · Pablo, MT
Our property is very special to us and we hope to now be able to share it with others. We have beautiful sun rises and amazing sunsets of which it is perfect while gazing out on our meadow with the opportunistic sighting of wildlife. Our place is perfect if you would like the privacy of being the only RV/camper on our beautiful natural 15 acre field. The spot is 5 miles outside of Polson and only a 10 minute drive to Flathead Lake with a plethora of other smaller local lakes near by. We have the feel of living out in the country while also conveniently located a very short distance off of highway 93, only 0.25 miles away from the grocery store, and 0.5 miles away from the local gas station. We live in a beautiful area where there are plenty of lakes and creeks to fish, hike, take a boat, kayak or paddle board just a short drive from the camp spot. If you don’t have a kayak, no problem, we have 3 to rent. This location is perfect for wildlife viewing, we have Pablo National Wildlife Refuge 5 mins away, Kicking Horse Waterfowl Production viewing and Duck Haven which are 10 minutes away, and of course the National Bison Range that is 30 minutes away. Glacier National Park is only 1 hour and 20 minutes away which still makes it an easy drive to explore. Our location is also convenient to local museums such as the massive Miracle of America Museum just down the road 5 minutes. We are located between Polson and Ronan so if you are looking for local eateries there are plenty to choose from within a 10 minute drive. There is also a 24ft camper that can be booked separately as well for an additional amount that is not located on our field but close by. Please pack in pack out, keep the space clean, and most of all enjoy yourself. As camp hosts we are happy to help with any suggestions in the area and to answer questions.
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Camp Lakeside

2 sites · RVs3 acres · Lakeside, MT
Located 2 miles from the public beach at Flathead lake, this beautiful and shaded campsite is the perfect place to soak up the peace and quiet of country living while enjoying the views of the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. This is the ultimate base camp for adventures in Lakeside, Montana. Our Humble 2.5 Acre property has two campsites. Our sites are private and close to public lake access, Fishing, trailheads, Legacy Bike Park, Blacktail Ski Mountain, Wild Bill OHV trail system, Alpine Coaster, Far West Boast Tours, Huckleberry and Cherry picking, local restaurants and a grocery store. We are located only 45 minutes from Glacier National Park so you will find plenty of activities to do outside of our charming community. Each site was designed with privacy and a special experience in mind.
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