The best camping near Tower Rock State Park

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Montana Country & Stone Barns

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Great Falls, MT

Our 100 year old stone barns are on 20 acres just a few miles from Great Falls. Next to us is an alfalfa field with a great view of our maple tree and cottonwoods. Our home is nestled in trees with a patio deck for a picnic or drink.

MT Keene Life is Good Lodge

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Craig, MT

Wade the Dearborn in the back yard of this 3-bedroom house (fourth bedroom/living room or guide cabin next door ($150/stay to open) on 10 acres of the former Gary Cooper Ranch. Don’t be surprised to see deer, geese and ducks in the window nudging their way near the deck, especially at the spring waterfall that cascades down the slope. if you are especially quiet and observant, the hundreds of acres of park and ranch across the river also have mountain goats, bears, antelope and even the mountain lion. Help yourself to the library, watch satellite television or DVD movies, or read from the house’s library. The public put-in is an 11 hour trip; private access to two shorter put-ins make this a recommended site for many Montana guides. Launch from the back yard and float one half mile down the Dearborn River to the Missouri River or from anywhere on the Dearborn to your own private fishing hole among some of nature’s oldest rock outcroppings. Only few miles from the Missouri Inn over the bridge where the Untouchables was filmed, enjoy the canyon or visit the Lewis and Clark’s Tower Rock and surrounding Park. From this base, see the spectacular Glacier Park or the continent’s largest dinosaur digs to the northwest, float the Lewis and Clark Trail by pontoon boat and lunch at the island where one of the nation's most famous fires occurred, or travel south to Yellowstone National Park or Jackson Hole, each an easy day’s visit. Bring your dogs to the kennel behind the house, hang on the deck with river and tremendous rock views, play pool or light the outside fire pit for a campfire. BBQ or enjoy the new, custom kitchen and fisherman’s décor. In the evening, take your pick of 3 spacious bedrooms where at the end of the day 6 extra long beds await or tie a few at the fly-tying table.

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Stone Lodge Pastures

10 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Ulm, MT

Learn more about this land:Located on 20 acres in the tiny community of Ulm, MT. You’ll be accompanied by some wonderful horses 😃🐴 -Beautiful sunsets every night overlooking the Big Belt Mountains and Rocky Mountain front 🌅 - 2 minute drive from Missouri River access at the Ulm Bridge...fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, floating 🏊‍♂️ 🎣 🚣‍♂️ -5 minute drive to Great Falls, MT -1 hour drive to Helena, MT and Broadwater Hot Springs -1 minute drive to delicious Beef N Bone steakhouse..one of the best restaurants in the Great Falls area -40 minute drive to my hometown of Belt, MT (call if you want a tour guide/hang out partner 😃) fishing and swimming at Belt Creek. Cliff jumping at the Sluice Boxes. Visit Harvest Moon Brewing: one of the oldest, most popular, and best breweries in the state. Horseback riding. Hikes up Belt Butte. Close access to the Highwood and Little Belt Mountain ranges.

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Hardda Farm Site

1 site · RV, Tent6 acres · Fort Shaw, MT

Hardda Farm is our family homestead and flower farm. We raise animals, vegetables and flowers using regenerative agriculture practices. You may meet our family dairy cow, our milk & wool sheep, and a variety of poultry and waterfowl. We are very near the Sun River and less than an hour’s drive to the Missouri River or the Rocky Mountain front. We enjoy fly-fishing, climbing, and hiking and are happy to recommend some great spots.

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Montanor

1 site · RV, Tent120 acres · Wolf Creek, MT

We don't know much about the history of our property but we can tell you that we plan on keeping it forever. It has absurdly good views at the top and is the perfect amount of remote and accessible for us.Learn more about this land:The property begins at the base of a small mountain and goes straight to the 6000' peak (and a little past). Great views, silent surroundings. You will very much be in the middle of nowhere. Enjoy it. There is a natural spring on the property from which you may get your water. Please no relieving yourself within 100 feet of the spring or uphill from it.

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Big Sky Critter Farm LLC

1 site · RV, Tent10 acres · Great Falls, MT

Just minutes from Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Giant Springs State Park, and the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center... I have a small farm with goats, a calf, horses, mini horses and mini donkeys, chickens, geese, couple cats, and raise mini-Aussies. With plenty of room for someone to come stay, check out the animals, with quick access to Great Falls, check out the night life, a short trip to the river, or even a drive to the mountains. Quiet and peaceful setting. I open up my land to campers which helps the costs to feed and care for the animals. Alot of these animals have been rescued and provided with a forever home. Stay a night, or up to a week and enjoy being out in the country on a farm. Wi-Fi available with request for password upon request during stay.

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Creek Access RV or Tent Camping

6 sites · RVs, Tents170 acres · Vaughn, MT

Learn more about this land:We are within 15 minutes of the city of Great Falls You can fish the creek, see wildlife, hike, bike, operate off road vehicles, float the creek on inner tubes, swim, have a campfire in a burnbarrel provided, stargaze, listen to the sounds of nature, etc... We are 4 hours or less from popular destinations: Glacier, Yellowstone, Bob Marshall Wilderness, multiple fishing areas

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The Trail Enthusiast's Basecamp!

2 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Helena, MT

This five-acre oasis was once a landscape nursery. So given the close proximity to downtown we are a hidden sanctuary from the outside world, secluded by cottonwood trees and mature foliage. The site now serves as a wedding venue and offers views of Mount Helena to the South and the Sleeping Giant to the North. Learn more about this land: Pitch a tent in our aspen grove or park your camper/RV in the grassland field. You're close to downtown with lots of privacy/scenery. You'll have views of regal Mount Helena to the South and The Sleeping Giant to the North. The South Hill trail complex is a great place to explore as well as the Scratchgravels. The Missouri River is only 20 minutes away as well as Lake Hauser and Canyon Ferry. If new to the area and interested in history, we recommend the Tour Train. We also have several great breweries - our favorites include Ten Mile and Blackfoot Breweries (a perfect stop you can ride to after a trail ride/hike in the South Hills). This site is perfect for those wanting to explore Downtown Helena, it's renowned trail systems, but still sleep under the stars. Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them. There is water throughout the property that you are welcome to use for cleaning, but it is not potable.

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Lakeview Farms

2 sites · RVs, Tents23 acres · Helena Valley Northeast, MT

Are small startup hay farm that has beautiful views of Hauser reservoir with three recreational sites on it within a 15-minute drive as well as 15 minutes the other direction allows two access points to lake Helena. we have a large flock of chickens that free roam the property as well as dairy cow who wanders through the front yard and Hayfield. Nearby Lakeside Bar and Grill has a great menu with lake access and music on the weekends, that is within walking distance. about 2 miles from our property there in the Helena Reservoir that has lovely walking trails, that your pets can run off leash as well as fishing access.

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Big Black Barn on the Lake

1 site · RV10 acres · Helena, MT

Welcome to beautiful Helena, Montana! We have over 10 acres on Lake Helena with direct access to the lake! You will see cranes, pelicans, bald eagles, all kinds of water fowl, otters, muskrats, jack rabbits, ground squirrels, deer and more! You will have access to fish, paddle board, kayak, whatever your heart desires! We are also 5 minutes from Lake Hauser so if you would like to boat or jetski, that is also just right around the corner! There is a horsetrail right across the street and you can head straight up into the mountains from there if you wish. Hiking in every direction, and the mighty Missouri river just minutes away for world class fishing and an amazing float in the summer! This is your stop for close access to all your wild life adventures!

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The Junkyard

4 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · East Helena, MT

The junkyard is a nice pet friendly spot about 6 miles from downtown Helena. Right near a creek, hikes, and the lake. It is a commercial area, as I run a towing company, but pretty quiet, you might even find some camper parts! I have water and power on site as well. I really enjoy the van life and nomad community and love to help out.

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Idyllic Montana Setting

3 sites · Tents50 acres · Augusta, MT

Owners own a real estate brokerage and sought the perfect property for "grandma and grandpa's house". It is just that! The kids catch fish and crawdads, swim in the creek, gather chicken eggs, ride horses, raise a couple cows, ride the side-by-side, roast hot dogs and devour s'mores. Formerly part of the big Lame Ranch of Augusta, MT.

The best camping near Tower Rock State Park guide

Overview

About

Camping near Tower Rock State Park is a gateway to history, nature, and adventure. Rising 424 feet high, the Tower Rock formation stands as a sentinel at the entry of the Missouri River Canyon within the Adel Mountains Volcanic Field. The imposing formation was a guidepost for many - from indigenous tribes journeying to the buffalo-rich territories of north-central Montana, to the Corps of Discovery, and the fur traders that ensued.

Take a step into the past as you traverse the land once navigated by historic expeditions. The park offers campers more than just a place to pitch your tent, it serves as a living museum. At the trailhead, five interpretive panels tell tales of the area's geology and history. This knowledge enriches the experience for campers, as every stone and path narrates a story from a bygone era.

A short hike along the maintained quarter-mile trail to the base of the saddle provides a closer look at this landmark. While the journey is not long, it is possible to continue hiking towards the summit, just remember to grab a map! Hikers, be warned, keep your senses sharp for the rustle of rattlesnakes that call the area home.

A Tower Rock camping expedition invites a uniquely immersive experience. The wild expanse, echoed in Meriwether Lewis's notes from 1805, continues to captivate campers today. Come, see the where herds of buffalo once roamed the plains below, and add your footsteps to the path of history.

When to go

The ideal time to visit Tower Rock State Park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild and the natural beauty is at its peak. Summer offers longer days for exploration, though it can be quite warm. Winters are quiet, offering a stark beauty, but be prepared for cold temperatures and limited services.

Know before you go

Check the latest park alerts and closures before your visit to ensure access to all areas.
Pets are welcome, but they must be on a leash to protect wildlife and park grounds.
Remember, Tower Rock State Park is a day-use park, so plan your visit between dawn and dusk.
Bring water and snacks, as there are no food services within the park.
Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning views from the base of the iconic rock formation.