Lake Camping in Pony, Montana, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2024

United States
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Montana
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Pony

88% (33 reviews)

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2 top lakeside campgrounds near Pony

Mad RIver Farm Camping

Please read bullet points below before you book with us. Wake up to the impressive scenery of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and the sun shining over the Madison range on this nearly 50 acre farm in McAllister, Montana. You'll be camped in a wide open grass pasture JUST OFF Hwy 287, 1.5 miles from Ennis Lake and the Madison River which offers some of the most diverse fly fishing in Montana. The Madison River runs through this scenic valley and is flanked by the towering Madison, Gravelly and Tobacco Root ranges which are all visable from our campsites. Our land is filled with wildlife including fox, coyotes, sandhill cranes, bald eagles, osprey, deer and antelope. Horses in the pasture to the North and cattle to the South. Crash in our field and you're only about 1 hour from Yellowstone, without the Yellowstone prices and congestion. The town of Ennis is 7 miles and the best steakhouse in the valley is 2 minutes north up HWY 287. Plan an easy afternoon trip to the historic Old West town of Virginia City (20 miles). We are surrounded by endless trails for hiking, 4 wheeling and trail riding. Big Sky Ski Resort is an hour and 30 minutes over the Madison Range. Take an evening to go to Norris Hotsprings (9 miles). Lewis and Clark Caverns one of the most highly decorated limestone caverns in North America is only 28 miles away. The list of activities goes on and on, but there is always the option to just relax and feel comfortable doing nothing. This is the perfect place to choose to be disconnected and unplugged for a while, but not to far off the beaten path so its an easy camp. 45°26'15.5"N 111°43'53.8"W https://goo.gl/maps/i7jR4qSxP4SkU1QTA -Parking is just off HWY 287, very easy access by bike or vehicle. Vehicles will stay in the designated parking are and campers will walk to any area of the pasture they wish to set up camp! -This is a field, a pasture where grass grows to feed cattle. The views of the Madison Range and Tobacco Root Mountains is incredible. There are a few areas of trimmed grass, but for the most part this is a pasture with long grass. This area is not maintained like a KOA. This is not at all what would call "roughing it" but I grew up in Montana and we have different standards here. -We ask that you please give room to other campers, you'll have so much room it should never be an issue. -There is now a porta potty and fire pit! both of which are for all campers to use. Please do not set up camp right next to the firepit, right next to the porta potty or in the parking area. -This is a pasture alongside the road in Montana. There are no parking lot lights. There is no wifi. There are no trees or shelters. It is not private because it is an open field along HWY 287. That being said there are rarely ever more than 1-2 camping groups at a time. -The Campfire is communal. Everyone needs to be able to enjoy. There are several area to set up camp. We usualy will only have 1-2 campers at any given time. The most we have ever had at once is 4. -You're free to walk around and find your perfect spot. You can walk through the tall grass or you can camp in one of the spots that is trimmed down. You have that freedom! We trim down the "road", the firepit, a couple campsites and the area around the garbage and porta potty. We dont want to completely mow down our pasture. We like to keep it wild. When Hipcampers are not using the area its a place for deer, antelope, cyotes and sandhill cranes. If you want to have a campground with manicured walkways/camping spots this is not the green pasture for you. 🇺🇸 July 4th update FYI the 2 track road down to the canvas wall tent has irrigation water covering it. Don’t go down the path to the tent, you will get stuck. There are plenty of places to camp without driving down toward the canvas tent. There is a saw horse blocking the road. Please do not move the saw horse or drive down the road.

Elkhorn Mountain Top Cabin

1 site · Lodging20 acres · Elkhorn, MT

This amazing remote cabin sits on the top of a mountain. It is only accessible by 4X4 OFF ROAD VEHICLE, ATV, DIRT BIKE, SIDE BY SIDE or by hiking in if you're up for adventure. Meaning the road is very rough and rocky. Please look at all pictures before asking if your vehicle will make it! Once your there it's all worth it! Here you will get the full Montana outdoor experience! Getting here is not for the weak. To reach this cabin you must be able to drive the most rugged road or endure a 7-mile hike to reach one of the most remote places! Let's face it, this remote cabin is what we all need, but only the die Hards will make the trip! Only accessible by 4X4 not 4WD (not SUV's) but a lifted off-road 4X4, dirt-bike, ATVs, or a side by side are a must & you must know to navigate rough terrain and have the vehicle to do so. Please see all photos before booking! You will have the entire cabin to yourself. The only thing you'll need to pack is some food and some clean underwear for after the drive! Once you make it, you'll be in a true Montana Paradise. Whether you're wanting to get a good look at the northern lights this is the best spot! No light pollution and more stars than you have ever seen! Or take your wife up for a special anniversary! Great place for hiking to hidden lakes with plenty of fishing and wildlife. After staying here, you won't want to leave! If this interest, you book now! The time to access this place is limited as you can only get there 3 months out of the year, and it books up quick! The owner is usually staying at a lower cabin to help with any questions about the cabin or surrounding area. If you do not have a vehicle that will make the drive, but you still want to be able to go to this amazing cabin you can book more than 3 nights and we will bring you up and back down for $100. If you cannot make it due to driving or your vehicle breaks down, you will not be refunded. We are not responsible for any damage to your vehicle.

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Helena National Forest

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Lakeside camping near Pony guide

Overview

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