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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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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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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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Date Street Cabin @ C Lazy M Meadow

1 site · Lodging7 acres · MT

A small cabin sleeps 4 with 2 queen beds and room to stake a tent or park a camper. Sits on 6 acres with a creek bed under large trees and overlooks a meadow. Includes an outhouse, potable water, grill, picnic table and a "smokeless" fire pit. Dishes, utensils, firewood and bedding included. Come stay in MT City; only 5 miles from all historic Helena has to offer! 4 restaurants/bars within walking distance(.5 mi.). 3 large lakes w/in 10 miles with beaches, boating and sight seeing opportunities; the Missouri river within 15 miles for fishing, boating, paddle boarding, hiking and biking. Come relax! Sleeps 4 in beds. Additional guests allowed with permission and fee (tents and/or or campers). While exploring Helena, we recommend the Walking Mall and the lower end of Last Chance Gulch for shopping and dining. You can also do a self guided tour of the Capitol building and then ride the tour train through Helena to get a quick history lesson. If you want to do something outside, we suggest Houser Lake at Lakeside with a bar and grill, a beach, fire pit, volley ball, etc. There is also guided boat rides at Gates of the Mountains on Holter Lake (about 20 miles towards Great Falls). If you are looking to go hiking, Mount Helena is a nice hike, but maybe a bit much for small kiddos, unless you have a backpack. If you'd like additional suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Hope you enjoy your stay! Party (Wedding) Tent available at additional charge.

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Tea Meadows

1 site · RV, Tent20 acres · Helena, MT

Tea Meadows is nestled in the foot hills of Helena’s North valley where there are a variety of outdoor activities to do such as: Admire my lovely horses, they love carrots or bring yours! Stalls or runs available at additional pricing. Located right behind us are the North hills, tons of trails, hiking and biking or whatever you desire to do outdoors. Go take a tour boat and see the famous Gates of the Mountains. 20 minutes away. Head over to Hauser lake and hit the water. Swim, Fish, Cliff Jump. Hit the local rope swing. 10 minutes away. Head to downtown Helena for a mountain bike trail or ride from the property. I could possibly take you on a horse back ride depending on your experience.

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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!

A Wet dogs paradise

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Montana City, MT

Welcome to our little slice of paradise! Conveniently located just minutes from the Montana City exit on I-90, yet you would never know how close you are to Helena's city center and all the outdoor activities it has to offer. This property is lush with multiple walking trails to gardens and creek access. Camp spots are all level and well maintained with picnic tables and fire rings. Easy access to multiple spots on Prickly Pear Creek with fishing and wading. 10 to 20 minutes to shopping centers, schools, fairgrounds, baseball fields, and soccer fields. Plenty of room for trailers to turn around!

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The Spot

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Great Falls, MT

Love brought me to this amazing property fourteen years ago where I found true inner peace ( I moved here from the San Francisco Bay Area). This area is rich with Native American facts and lore, the energy all encompassing. The cabin is tucked under 2 ancient cottonwood trees on the bank of the Sun River (formerly the Medicine River). Relax and recharge.Learn more about this land:Beautifully appointed 8’ elevated cabin on the Sun River. Hawks, eagles, pheasant, beaver, various water fowl along with deer, antelope, fox & coyote will greet you each morning and evening and the occasional bear or snake. Hike, fish, relax, sightsee. Historic Native American area. Rural, semi offgrid. Cold water access except during cold months. Five gallon, carbon neutral showers are solar heated (unless inclement weather).

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Farm Land Escape

3 sites · RVs, Tents53 acres · Helena, MT

Please contact me through here 1-2 days prior to your arrival so I can get your area ready. As there may be one other camper from time to time as well. I want you to have the privacy and the experience as if it was only you and you’re family staying. This 53 acres use to be owned by a guy named John Helberg which is who the road is named after. It’s the original homestead land dated over 100 years ago where they farmed for there dairy cows and other livestock. This is right off a dead end road. You will have a view of a Montana farm field with the Rocky Mountains in the background. Dark nights out of the town means the stars will be out and about! This is a quiet secluded area there is a house near by, he is an older gentlemen you won’t even know he’s there. Depending on time of year there will be a field full of crop or the farm getting farmed. There very well could be some horses near by to pet!! Located 10 minutes from the lakes. 5 minutes from a reservoir. 10 minutes from town. 15 min to closest hiking areas. Helena really is the heart of fun very centralized for all directions of fun! Very easy pull in and pull out area. Please not there may be other campers enjoying as well Black Sandy State Park and Helena National Park are both under 15 miles away. Enjoy hiking and If you’re the boating type, head down the Missouri river in search of a rumored rope swing or jump off the boat for a dip in the crystal waters of Hauser Lake. Looking to avoid all the crowds or enjoy a solitary weekend under the endless Montana sky? Just head to Black Sandy during the winter months! You’ll find the same great stunning views and an ice skating experience that will put your grandparents’ childhood tales to shame. I do have power 50 amp, fresh water, grey water hook up, no black water. This option may not be available all of the time.

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.