Lewis and Clark National Forest

Wood Lake Campground sits near the banks of the high-elevation lake. Wood Lake is surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery and is ideal for fishing, swimming, and canoeing. If hiking is your thing, you’re in luck! There are great trails nearby, so bring your hiking boots and explore the rugged mountain landscape. Read more...

Benchmark Campground sits along the banks of Wood Creek in a wooded area. This is a great choice if you’re looking for a larger campground with amenities like restrooms and water. This is a great area for exploring the scenic mountain landscape on foot or horse! Many other creeks run nearby, including Straight Creek and Benchmark Creek. Read more...

A paved-road-accessible, wooded campground right between Straight Creek and Pack Trail, South Fork Campground is equally appealing for hikers and fishers, and plenty of them know it! Small and popular, this place is apt to get jumping in summer. Drop in early to call dibs on one of just a few sites in this prime outdoor recreation destination (jus Read more...

Van Deriet Campground is a great place to pitch your tent along Wood Creek. You’ll have access to trails for hiking and horseback riding. The trailhead for Ron Janikula Trail is steps from the campground, so explore the forests, peaks, valleys and meadows of the park. Read more...

Dr. Kenck spent his entire life in a lovely log cabin that overlooks gently flowing streams, photo-worthy lookouts, and some of the sweetest smelling forest in all of Montana. Today you can rent Kenck Cabin for your own forest adventure and be rewarded with trails, bird watching, and access to the best of the forest. The cabin provides comfy spots Read more...

Surrounded by rugged forest and fantastic hiking, Mills Falls Campground is a top destination for nature and wildlife viewing. The Bob Marshall Wilderness, Our Lake, and the South Fork Trailhead are all within walking distance. Mountain goats roam the area, limited fishing is available, and the campground is small enough to keep human interference Read more...

Double Falls Campground sits along the banks of Ford Creek, just steps from the majestic Double Falls. The small, rustic campground is in a forested area, providing shade and privacy for campers. There’s no water or amenities here, so it’s ideal for visitors looking to rough it for a few!Read more...

Cave Mountain Campground is surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. Explore the landscape of high-elevation rivers and streams, mountain peaks, forests, and canyons. This campground is perfect for anglers, who will enjoy fishing in the nearby North Fork or Middle Fork Teton Rivers, and hikers—the trailhead for Middle Fork Teton Trail is just ste Read more...

A summer destination that guarantees a good time for fishers, boaters, and hikers, Mortimer Gulch Campground is your gateway to nearby Gibson Reservoir and Mortimer Gulch Trailhead. The campground is big enough to give you the chance to meet new people, but it’s not large or popular enough to be crowded or stifling. Picnicking amenities make socia Read more...

Located in a rugged forested setting, waterside Sun Canyon L&C Campground sits along a beautiful gulch. It offers nearby access to Gibson Reservoir, a popular boating and fishing destination, as well as Beaver Creek and area wilderness trails. Totally primitive, with no restroom facilities or water provided, Sun Canyon is for serious campers l Read more...

Fans of fishing, boating, hiking, and going it alone will feel right at home at Home Gulch Campground, where lighter usage keeps things quiet and serene on or off the water. The trout fishing rocks, the Mortimer Gulch National Recreation Trail beckons, and motorized and non-motorized boats are accepted with equal consideration. Picnicking (and who Read more...

Away from the disturbance of major roads but close to the South Fork of the Grand Teton River, Green Gulch Dispersed Camp Campground is a wooded hideaway for lovers of primitive camping. A cozy space amongst the trees big enough for only a few visitors, Green Gulch offers the means for a private getaway or a quick overnight while checking out Lewi Read more...

Elko Campground is a small, popular campground that sits along the North Fork Teton River. Enjoy the scenic mountain landscape while fishing for brook trout. If hiking’s more your thing, head to Jones Creek Trailhead, about half a mile from camp, and hike up to scenic Jones Creek. Read more...

West Fork Teton Campground is a small, peaceful campground near the North Fork Teton River. This is a great place for fishing, so bring your fishing pole. There is lots to explore nearby and you’ll be in short walking distance to the West Fork Teton Trailhead, where you can enjoy hiking in the stunning mountain landscape. Read more...

The eight mile hike (or snowshoe, or snowmobile) trek to West Fork Cabin Lookout ends with a high-paying reward for the milage it took to reach your temporary humble abode. Near 360-degree views of Lolo Peak and the Bitterroot Mountains will stun you from your cozy bed, and the stars at night. . . well they’re simply out of this world. Bring water Read more...

Perched high in the Rockies, popular and accessible Summit Campground caters to one of the basic appeals of outdoor travel by giving visitors the chance to lock eyes on the notable, the unusual, and the fantastic. With the Continental Scenic Divide Trail and the extensive Bob Marshall Wilderness just three miles away, along with a nearby miniature Read more...

Sleep on top of the world and close to the stars at historic Monument Peak Lookout! This CCC-built fire lookout, overlooking Strawberry Ridge, is now equipped with mattresses, a propane stove, lanterns, and a nearby restroom. The road to the lookout is half the fun—steer your high clearance vehicles there in the summer, and in the winter, ride up Read more...

There’s a big canyon in the Little Belt Mountains that was carved by the Belt Creek, and you can camp in it! And fish! The Aspen Campground is conveniently located along the creek, where you can cast a line in hopes of snagging some brook trout. Check out the visitor center, just north of the campground, to learn more about the substantial trail s Read more...

A great spot for anglers, Logging Creek Campground sits near the banks of the creek. Cast a line and see if you can catch brook or rainbow trout. If hiking’s your thing, head about five miles south for the trailhead to Deep Creek National Recreation Trail and explore the stunning mountain scenery on the loop trails. Read more...

Surrounded by the picturesque Little Belt Mountains, Calf Creek Cabin Lookout has been renovated to be one of the coziest spots to spend the night in the park! Pots, pans, propane lights, a stove, and a woodstove are all provided. You’ve just gotta pack up your tastiest camp treats, bedding, water, and some TP (there’s a vault toilet just outside Read more...

Moose Creek Campground sits along the banks of Moose Creeks and is a great spot for fishing! See if you can catch rainbow trout for dinner. The small campground is conveniently located near old logging roads, which make great trails for mountain bikers and ATV riders! There are also awesome hiking trails nearby—head one mile north to Allan Park an Read more...

Funnily enough, Grasshopper Campground is located along Grasshopper Creek. Enjoy the sound of rushing water from your tent at this first-come, first-served spot in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. Two multiple-use trails start right at the campground, allowing you easy entry to the Richardson Creek Trail, which accesses an even larger network. Read more...

Kings Hill Campground is located in a wooded area just of US Highway 89. Sitting at an elevation of 8,000 feet, this area becomes a winter playground for skiers and snowmobilers in the colder months! In the summer and fall, visitors can enjoy tons of trails for mountain bikes and hikers. You can also drive up to Porphyry Peak for awesome views fro Read more...

Jumping Creek Campground is a small, quiet campground conveniently located just off US Highway 89. Sheep Creek and Three Cabins Creek run nearby, where you can fish for brook and rainbow trout. Take the highway two miles east to a foot trail that leads up to Mizpah Peak. Many old logging roads are nearby, which you can (and should) explore by bike Read more...

Enjoy the peace and quiet of deep woods at Kings Hill Cabin—even though it’s located just off the main road! There’s bunk beds to delight your inner child, electricity, a fridge to chill your wine, a stove, and plenty of pots, pans and dishes to cook up a delicious backcountry meal. Cozy up with a book next to the wood stove, make turns at nearby Read more...

Many Pines Campground sits along Belt Creek in the scenic Little Belt Mountains. It's the ideal spot for anglers, so cast a line in Belt Creek and see if you can catch brook trout for dinner. If hiking’s more your style, head to the Visitor Center, about eight miles north, for access to the extensive trail system!Read more...

If you’re ready for a magical adventure of a camping experience, go to Richardson Campground. Tucked away in a lodgepole pine forest on a hillside in the Castle Mountains, the campground is super close to Richardson Creek, and there are a ton of trails accessible from the campground teeming with enchanted foresty wonder just waiting to be explored Read more...

This is a great stop for backpackers who are roughin' it. The rustic Upper Lion Creek Campground sits on the banks of Lion Creek. You’l hear the sounds of the creek from your tent, but not much else—this campsite is pretty remote! Explore the scenic forests, peaks, meadows and valleys of Montana’s backcountry. There’s no water at this campground, Read more...

The quiet and remote Lower Lion Creek Campground sits on the banks of Lion Creek (rawr). Explore the scenic forests, peaks, meadows and valleys of Montana’s backcountry. There’s no water at this rustic campground, so come prepared!Read more...

Dry Wolf Campground sits in a meadow surrounded by spruce and fir trees. Dry Wolf Creek runs alongside, and Bandbox Mountain borders the campground. This is a great area for hiking, so get out and explore the rugged forests and meadows. You might even stumble across marine fossils—many have been found nearby!Read more...

Thain Creek Campground offers some excellently forested camping in the Highwoods Mountains in the Lewis and Clark National Forest. Fish for brook and rainbow trout in Briggs Creek and Thain Creek, and definitely hike up to Windy Mountain on a 6-mile loop trail that offers some pretty killer views of the surrounding plains and mountains. There are Read more...

High up in the Little Belt Mountain Range is the serene Russian Flat Campground. This is a remote and rustic campground, great for campers looking to get away from it all and rough it for a few days! There is no water here, so come prepared. FYI, Hunter Spring Cabin is nearby. Read more...

Come out with your pack and spend some time cozying up at Dry Wolf Cabin. This one-room wonder comes with propane lights and a stove, pots, pans, and a restroom next to the cabin. You will have to haul in your own water, food, and bedding, and among the five people the cabin sleeps, someone should be able to carry in that extra bottle of Merlot! H Read more...

Whitetail Creek runs alongside the serene Whitetail Camp Campground. Sitting in a wooded mountainous area, visitors in the summer and fall can enjoy exploring the rugged landscape. This campground is popular with hunters during hunting season, and skiers and snowmobilers will have tons of fun in the snow!Read more...

Staying at Hunters Cabin Lookout is a glamping adventure for you and your whole crew! We really dig winter time since the cabin is only accessible by snowmobile, snowshoes, or skis; it’ll be like your own personal wonderland when you hit the trails right out the backdoor. No matter the season, this roomy three-bedroom hunk o’ logs offers a fridge, Read more...

Spring Creek Campground sits in the riparian zone on the banks of Spring Creek. This small campground is ideal for anglers and hikers. Try your luck at catching brook trout in the creek. The nearby trailhead leads to fifteen miles of hiking trails, so explore the rugged forests, peaks, and valleys. Read more...

Nestled alongside the Basin Creek's banks, Basin Creek Dispersed Campground is threaded together by just a few, as the named would suggest, dispersed campgrounds. With little aside from a single vault toilet as defined amenities, this area’s geared toward the minimalist among us. Read more...

Within the gorgeous confines of Lewis and Clark National Park lies Daisy Dean Camp Campground, a welcoming spot riddled with unexplored terra firma. Frill-free's the way to be at this campground—it's strung together by few primitive campsites that sit ambiguously amongst the area’s towering vegetation. Read more...

Fall asleep to the sounds of the cascading river just feet from your tent here at Hay Canyon Campground. This small, rustic campground sits in a wooded area along the South Fork Judith River. This is an ideal spot to get away from it all for a few days. Enjoy picnicking and exploring the surrounded forests on scenic hiking trails. Read more...

Judith Cabin is a two-story, historic ranger station that’s a hop away from incredible views and trails along the Judith River. There’s propane heat, a stove, and a wood stove for ultimate coziness, as well as hiking trails, off roading, and hunting nearby. Summer lovers will have a hand pump available for water, but winter visitors will have to h Read more...

Judith Station Campground is a small, remote campground in the forest. Check out the historic Judith Guard Station nearby. There are great opportunities for anglers here—Middle Fork Judith River is steps away, so bring your fishing pole and get ready to dip your toes!Read more...

Indian Hill Campground is a serene campground tucked into a wooded area of Lewis and Clark National Forest. The campground sits along the South Fork Judith River and there are many scenic hiking trails nearby. To reach this remote campground, you’ll take a 15-mile journey on a gravel road, so buckle up! Despite the rustic surroundings, you’ll have Read more...

Dry Pole Campground is, despite its implied barren name, rich with the flora and fauna. It's situated in the foothills of the Little Belt Mountains and is dotted with just a few primitive, undeveloped campsites. The area’s geared toward the light-packing backpacker who fancies serene panoramics—sounds dreamy, eh?Read more...

Jellison Place Campground is a small, remote campground near Hopley Creek. The campground is mostly open with wooded areas nearby. There’s no water here, so come prepared! Hiking and horse riding are popular in the area, and there are also ATV trails nearby. Read more...

Picture this: a campground nestled in a wonderfully thick forest on the shore of Crystal Lake, with the shadow of Mt. Harlow looming in the background. Well, it’s real, and it’s called Crystal Lake Campground. This is an awesome spot to bring the family with lake activities right at your fingertips and a huge network of hiking trails to explore. T Read more...

You’ve got a real pioneer experience waiting for you at Crystal Lake Cabin Lookout. You’ll have to bring in your own water, food, bedding, and pack out your beer cans, but the views of the Big Snowy Mountains and nearby trails to Crystal Lake will make you feel like a real modern Muir! There’s also a cozy wood stove inside, room for you closest ho Read more...

Timber Creek Dispersed Campground is a small, peaceful campground in a wooded area along Timber Creek Road. The campground is rustic and there is no water here, so come prepared! This spot is ideal for campers looking for a quiet, simple camping spot for a few days. Read more...