Lolo National Forest

Shade and space are two of the main draws at Trout Creek Campground, but they’re hardly the only perks. Drift off into dreamland to the gentle sounds of the creek, and then wake up for a day full of adventuring to that same sound. It’s simultaneously peaceful and motivating. There’s tons of space at every campsite, and between the space and the wo Read more...

The main attraction in this particular part of Montana is floating the Clark Fork River, and there’s no better base camp for those floating adventures than Slowey Campground. Float the river, and then kick back and chillax while watching the river float past you. The river isn’t just for floating, though, and the campground has a carry-down boat l Read more...

As fire lookout towers go, the Thompson Peak Lookout is pretty fan-dancy. The tower includes modern amenities and classic views of the Clark Fork Valley. The tower is close to Superior, and also functions as a radio and cell tower. Since it is not as rustic, this is the perfect lookout tower to take the whole family to enjoy them Big Sky country v Read more...

Offering some of the best mountain views outside of Missoula, West Fork Butte Lookout is an ideal place to live the camping high life. This unique and adorable 14 x 14 ft. structure is situated on a rocky outcrop and sways like a ship in the wind. There are ample hiking trails nearby and guests can bring snowshoes or skis for wintry adventures. Th Read more...

Lee Creek Campground sits on the wooded banks of Lolo Creek and Lee Creek. The forest provides ample shade and privacy for campers. Enjoy the great hiking trails nearby, including the Lewis and Clark/Nez Perce National Historic Trail. This area is popular in the winter with skiers and snowmobilers. Read more...

Lolo Creek Campground sits in a forested area near the banks of Lolo Creek. Explore the scenic landscape on the nearby Lewis and Clark/Nez Perce National Historic Trail. There is also a picnic area onsite, which makes a great place to spread out for a meal and for bird-watching—bring your binoculars! There is a commercial hot springs resort ten mi Read more...

Clearwater Crossing Campground is a small, peaceful campground popular with equestrians that sits near the banks of Fish Creek. There are stock facilities and public corrals here, as well as access to trails for horseback riding. Visitors can hike or ride horses into the Great Burns area. You may also want to try your luck at catching cutthroat tr Read more...

Calling all mountain bikers! Kreis Pond Campground is near four awesome trails for mountain biking—three are moderate and one is difficult. The campground sits near the banks of Kreis Pond in a forest of lodgepole and ponderosa pine, providing lots of shade and privacy for campers. Grand Menard Picnic Area is nearby and it's a great place to reple Read more...

Quartz Flat is the perfect campground for when you need a solid break from road tripping along I-90. Whether you’re traveling east or west, it’s easy to reach the campground—just follow the signs and you’ll arrive in no time. There’s no exit ramp, so it’ll be important to heed the signage. The entire campground is densely forested, making this the Read more...

Cascade Campground sits in the canyon along Clark Fork River. The forest of douglas fir, ponderosa pine, and western larch provides ample shade for campers. The river offers great opportunities for fishing—the water is brimming with trout and pike. There is a primitive boat ramp at the river, so bring your boat, canoe, or raft. There is also nearb Read more...

Dalles Campground sits in a rugged canyon landscape near Rock Creek and Dalles Creek. The campground is surrounded by a mixed conifer forest offering lots of shade to visitors. Rock Creek is known for its blue ribbon trout stream, so bring your fishing pole, catch your next meal, and cook it up over the fire rings at camp!Read more...

Harry’s Flat Campground is not so flat, sitting at 4,100 feet elevation. Located on 7 acres of ponderosa- and fir-lush landscape, this camp is as picturesque as it gets. It's adjacent to the Rock Creek Drainage, so you can have yourself a fishin’ feast on the blue ribbon trout stream. Trek through the rugged canyon environment for a feets-on exper Read more...

Seeley Lake attracts boatloads of visitors (boating pun totally intended) to its welcoming waters. The lake’s namesake campground is tucked away on its western shore, and it’s surrounded by a stand of big conifers. Each campsite is either on the lakeshore or has fab views of the water or surrounding marshland. There’s ample separation between the Read more...

This two-loop campground is surrounded by dense woods, so your campsite will have plenty of shade. Cabin City Campground feels almost spa-like…if spas were remote and had access to fishing. But, even though it feels quite hidden, all it takes it an easy hop off of I-90 to get here. There’s an interpretive nature trail nearby, where you can learn m Read more...

Looking for a bird’s eye view of the Bitteroot? Test out your wings at the Up Up 40-Foot Lookout Tower. This historic wooden tower offers jaw-dropping views and something outside of the ordinary camping experience. Check out the wildlife, fall foliage, hiking, waterfalls, fishing, and berry picking. At night, cozy up around the fire at the base of Read more...

It’s true—nature is best when shared with family and friends, so bring along the whole gang for a rustic getaway at Savenac Cookhouse and Cabin deep in Lolo National Forest. With sleeping and cooking spaces, amenities and activities a’plenty, there’s tons to do and see in this corner of the forest. With nearby trails and gorgeous wilderness, this Read more...

Savenac West Cottage is a classic rustic cottage that provides a unique camping experience for the family. It is the site of a historic Forest Service nursery and offers interpretive trails, mountain biking, mountain streams, and boating just outside its doorstep. With two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen and dining area, as well as a living room, Read more...

Heading up into the wilderness with a big group of family and friends? Savenac Bunkhouse and Cabin is nestled deep in southern Montana’s Lolo National Forest. Plenty of amenities means you’ve got nothing to worry about…just relax with good company among the tall trees. Savenac Bunkhouse is right within the historic Savenac Tree Nursery, meaning yo Read more...

Bitterroot Flat Campground sits in a forest of ponderosa pine and douglas fir, offering plenty of shade for campers. The campground sits next to Rock Creek, known as a blue ribbon trout stream, so bring your fishing pole and catch your next meal! Enjoy views of the surrounding rugged canyon landscape from this quiet, remote campground. Read more...

Gold Rush Campground sits in a narrow, forested canyon. The trees provide ample shade and privacy for visitors. The campground sits near East Fork Dry Creek, and the Gold Rush Trail, which is a steep 5-mile trail providing an opportunity to explore the scenic landscape. Read more...

Take your #camplife for an extended stay in Montana’s Lolo National Forest. If you want an all-access pass to trout, stay at Norton Campground, adjacent to the notoriously replete-with-trout Rock Creek. Keep on track with your active lifestyle by goin’ on a trail run through nearby hiking paths. Bring your pup, your friends, or let nature be your Read more...

If Grizzly Campground was an app, it’d be called insta-relax. Don’t let the name give you the hebbie jeebies—it’s likely you won’t even see this camp's namesake during your stay (though you might). Grizzly Campground is located off the Ranch Creek Drainage, some sites even sitting on its banks. After all, good views equals a happy camper, so come Read more...

Copper King Campground sits in a moist river bottom cedar forest, providing ample shade for campers. Wade out into the nearby Thompson River and try your luck at catching brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, and mountain whitefish. Don’t forget your bug repellant in June and July! Campground access for large vehicles can be challenging, so lea Read more...

Cruise down to the southern end of Lake Alva to access the oh-so-accurately-named Lakeside Campground. If you’re seeking out lakeside campgrounds, then we’re gonna go ahead and assume that fun out on the water is your main goal. Well, you can easily reach that goal here! Alva is perfect for motorized and non-motorized boating. Early mornings will Read more...

Clark Memorial Campground is a small, open campground in the canyon. This site is ideal for anglers looking for a scenic and peaceful getaway. Thompson River is just steps away from your tent, and is a popular spot for fishing. The area is surrounded by forest, but the campground itself is open and sunny, so bring your sunscreen and a hat. Read more...

Journey back to your origins at the primitive Siria Campground. If minimalist is your middle name, call this camp your home away from home. With just the bare essentials and a whole lotta beauty, Siria makes for a superb place to find your center. Build your confidence with a practice run of your basic survival skills: shelter (pitch your tent), c Read more...

If you like keeping whiskey in your jar, fishing for trout, and thinking about the good old days, the Hogback Homestead log cabin is bound to make you smile. Nestled on a creek in the Sapphire Mountains, there will be ample recreation opportunities outside your door. Not to mention, this two-story log cabin is a historic gem that will keep you coz Read more...

Fancy a fishing trip while staying in a log cabin in the Sapphire Mountains? Yup, us too. Better snatch the Morgan-Case Homestead up right quick. This rustic cabin is located on Rock Creek and offers world class trout fishing right outside your door. The cabin provides a plethora of wild opportunities, including hiking, snowshoeing, horseback ridi Read more...

The views at Double Arrow Lookout are something to write home about. Guests experience breathtaking vistas of the Seeley Valley and the Swan Mountains, all from the comfort of this lookout tower with modern amenities (including electricity)!! So blast some tunes from this historic haunt (think “Fire on the Mountain” or “Burning Down the House”), a Read more...

Which do you prefer—rivers or lakes? Trick question…because at River Point Campground you don’t have to choose! Some of the campsites are near the Clearwater River, while others are adjacent to Seeley Lake. No matter which spot you choose, you’ll be cuddled up in a mixed forest of various trees. There’s a paved loop around the campground that’s po Read more...

This sweet, and free, campground is lightly used and adjacent to Lake Inez…and we know you and your crew will love it. The lake is perfect for swimming, fishing, boating (there’s a boat launch), and other water-based fun times. When the sun starts beating down just a little too harshly, all you have to do is make your way back to camp. Every singl Read more...

Seeley Lake screams summer getaway, so take the hint and head over to Big Larch Campground to get your weekend warrior on! Campsites sit along the east shoreline with fantastic views of the Seeley and the mountain tops beyond. Jam pack your days with swimming, fishing, water skiing, boating, and the nearby nature trails. If you can’t fit it all in Read more...

Camp at Lake Alva and we have a feeling that you’ll never want to leave. The quiet campground provides plenty of shade beneath a dense canopy of trees, and the lakeshore—including a sandy beach—is just steps away. Fish for pike, trout, perch, and more in the cool lake waters, or join the fishies for a refreshing lake swim. Rent a boat, canoe, or b Read more...

Looking for that old time camping experience with unparalleled mountain views? Head to the historic Cougar Peak Lookout. You’ll want your camera to show this place off! The lookout provides gorgeous vistas of the Cabinet Mountains and the opposing Coeur d'Alene Mountains. Great hiking and mountain biking trails are just a stone’s throw from your d Read more...

West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground sits along the creek in an open, sunny area—you'll want to bring your hat and sunscreen. Anglers will enjoy the proximity to Fishtrap Creek, a popular spot to catch rainbow trout, brook trout, and westslope cutthroat trout. You’ll probably spot beavers near the creek!Read more...

Fishtrap Lake Campground sits on a flat bench above Fishtrap Lake. The campground is open and sunny with scattered trees, so bring your sunscreen and hat. There is nearby access to a hiking trail that loops around the lake. If you prefer to spend your time on the water, bring your boat or canoe and try your luck at fishing for westslope cutthroat Read more...

Luxury in the forest! Bend Guard Station is a modern two-story cabin with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large kitchen and living area. The cabin includes mattresses, heaters, flush toilets, hot showers, and a fully furnished kitchen with basic cooking and eating utensils. The cabin sits in an open meadow surrounded by an evergreen forest. If Read more...

The Monture Guard Station is a large historic cabin perfect for a winter adventure. Guests can only access the cabin via snowshoes, skis, or hiking during the winter season. Once you make it, you can cook up some comforting meals and indulge in hot cocoa by the fire (peppermint schnapps is optional). Be sure to bring your own bedding, food, and li Read more...

If you take the road less traveled, it’ll lead you to this isolated campground. The landscape is a mix of open, grassy fields and lofty pine trees, so you can truly have it all at Monture Creek Campground. As the name suggests, you’ll be close to the creek (and opportunities for fishing). The Monture Creek Trailhead is also close by, and it’s defi Read more...

“Woah there, Big Nelly!” But, by all means, keep being grogeous. Big Nelly Campground is beautifully sitated on the shorelines of Copper’s Lake near Ovanda, Montana. Inundated with populations of game fish and nestled within the scenic foothills of the adjacent mountains, Big Nelly Campgroud is ideal for the solitary soldiers among us; the area’s Read more...