Spring Gulch Campground, Sula, MT

Spring Gulch Campground is located in the Sula Ranger District, Bitterroot National Forest (1 hr 29 min south of Missoula, MT) with an elevation of 4,325 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. 9 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. There is a fee of $15.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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Campsite Reviews (31)

4.6 out of 5

5 star		81%
4 star		6%
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2 star		3%
1 star		6%

@SaraM7513074 · Camped on Aug 22, 2024 at Campsite #9

We enjoy this small campground that is well maintained. Restrooms are cleanest we've seen in a national forest campground. Host was helpful and friendly.

@TammyH7586506 · Camped on Aug 2, 2024 at Campsite #4

Yellowjackets/meat bees camp host at our campsite at 7:00 am on a riding lawn mower just sitting there he could of done his stuff way later in the day too much traffic noise we will never stay again

@KraigJ8FD34C18 · Camped on Jul 5, 2024 at Campsite #4

Great location along the river. Clean site. Clean bathroom.

@TherronB313433 · Camped on Jul 9, 2023 at Campsite #2

Very nice and convenient campground.

@KurtB5376331 · Camped on Aug 25, 2022 at Campsite #8

Campground was kept exceptionally clean and tidy. The restrooms are exceptional, well stocked, clean, and don't smell. The Host (Mike) is doing an outstanding job. We will be back to this location.

@PeterM4881533 · Camped on Aug 23, 2022 at Campsite #9

The campground was kept immaculate. Would highly recommend for anyone passing through, or for longer stays. Right on the East Fork of the Bitterroot and the fishing is good too!

@GregD8205487 · Camped on Jul 29, 2022 at Campsite #2

Site #2 is beautiful! Plenty of room for our 2 tents. It's very close to the river so you can hear the water rushing over the rocks. You are camping under the pines so the found in pine needle covered ground rather than the green grass at some of the other sites. But it made for a very soft surface. And was shady most of the day. Site is close to one of the very clean bathrooms. Because of the layout of the sites it was full but didn't feel crowded. The host was very helpful and friendly. Limited to no cell service. But that's a good thing in my opinion.

@KimR9289112 · Camped on Jul 28, 2022 at Campsite #9

Spring Gulch is a very nice well maintained campground, right along the river. Enjoyed our stay there.

@JesseB3600980 · Camped on Jul 24, 2022 at Campsite #2

Such a delightful little campground right by the Bitterroot River, and so well maintained! It's legitimately the first time I've described a pit toilet as "beautifully clean," and the camp host was very attentive. You will hear some noise from US-93, but not obnoxiously so. Highly recommend site #2!

@DonnaY7045862 · Camped on Jul 20, 2022 at Campsite #3

This was by far the most pristine rec site we've ever stayed at. The camp host went above and beyond, welcoming us and non stop cleaning, offers of plenty of wood. The sites were immaculate, the lawns green and host site beautiful with flowers. All sites are paved and easily accessible. There is a platform over the river, the river is shallow enough to wade into, and deep enough in spots you could likely fish. The surrounding mountains are stunning and the whole place was quiet and peaceful. We will be back for longer next time.

@Elizabeth91361 · Camped on Jul 20, 2022 at Campsite #9

We just returned from our stay at Spring Gulch and can't say enough how much we enjoyed the experience. I had made an error in our reservation that would have required us to move to another campground from one night and then back to Spring Gulch. The camp host, Mike, made arrangements for us to stay in our site even though the campground was full. We had our grandsons with us so not having to pack up and move for one night was much appreciated! The campground only has 10 sites so it is private, well kept and has beautiful scenery. We will definitely go back to Spring Gulch.

@GeraldM7967221 · Camped on Jul 8, 2022 at Campsite #8

Great small Forest Service campground. We loved our time in this campground just south of Darby, MT. It had water available, the cleanest pit toilets we’ve seen in a long time, and great fishing right in the campground.

@JodyLoriC53755 · Camped on Jul 4, 2022 at Campsite #4

Mike and Sharon were the most amazing hosts. We camp about 30 days a year and have never experienced a cleaner bathroom than at Spring Gulch.

@BrianS9986332 · Camped on Jul 1, 2022 at Campsite #9

Very nicely maintained campground....little bit of road noise as it is close to HWY 93. I have stayed here many times and always enjoyed the campground. Host is great.

@JamesW189 · Camped on Aug 16, 2021 at Campsite #2

The hosts at any NFS campground set the tone and at Spring Gulch its excellent. Best stop near Darby on our way to Holland Lake and Glacier.

@CharlesC155 · Camped on Aug 16, 2021 at Campsite #3

Great site next to river. Large and spacious. Had a medical emergency and camp host Mike Porro really gave great assistance to me and wife. Nice fishing. Beautiful country in Montana.

@LindaPV256 · Camped on Aug 5, 2021 at Campsite #8

It was great, the grounds were clean and the host was wonderful!

@DouglasW581 · Camped on Aug 1, 2021 at Campsite #8

Exceptionally well maintained campground..

@JuanV639 · Camped on Jul 28, 2021 at Campsite #8

Amazingly clean and well maintained. Outstanding host Nice sites and place

@Henryo591 · Camped on Jul 9, 2021 at Campsite #4

Online information and mapping indicated that we would fit into the site we had reserved here but that was not the case. We may have fit into the site but no way we could get in and out of the campground in a 44’ fifth wheel. We were able to find a first come first serve site elsewhere. I just wish campgrounds could do a better job indicating size restrictions.

@BrianS885 · Camped on Jul 1, 2021 at Campsite #9

nice spot

@JONATHANM539 · Camped on Sep 2, 2020 at Campsite #4

Stayed here 2 nights, motorcycle camping with a tent. The host is a great guy, he delivered my firewood both days because I couldn’t haul it on the Harley. Absolutely beautiful place, sites are 20 feet from the river. It has bear food lockers which is comforting when you’re tent camping. I am already planning on coming back next year.

@ShaunaA344 · Camped on Aug 17, 2020 at Campsite #2

Great camping spot going from Montana to Idaho. Just off the highway but the cars at night didn’t bug us.

@MartieT814 · Camped on Jul 27, 2020 at Campsite #4

We have stayed here many times over the years & have thoroughly enjoyed this delightful little campground till now. Unfortunately the host is bending the rules, overcrowding & allowing vehicles on lawn areas where they are not supposed to be. Space #5 is a grass area with a bicycle sign meant for a tent. There was a pickup truck, plus a pickup w/camper, three tents and a screen patio room in this small space. (I have a picture of this). #10 is also a lawn area meant for a tent. They put 2 vehicles, several tents, a tent trailer, patio cover & 12 people here. (What happened to 'social distancing'?) These people were either friends or relatives, as the host was partying with them. #1 had an unoccupied tent for 3 days blocking usage by anyone else needing a space. #9 was reserved for 4 days starting July 28th, but was unoccupied the 1st three days, also a waste of resources. A motorcyclist was allowed to tent in the host's firewood lot (this was generous.) A large 5th wheel was allowed to park in the entrance day use area, although I'm not sure they stayed overnite. Where is the $ going if these people are being charged for doubling up or occupying spaces that don't exist? Also, the restrooms absolutely stunk, probably because of the overcrowding. Hate to see such a beautiful little campground destroyed.

@ImeldaM791 · Camped on Jul 10, 2020 at Campsite #4

Great host and spacious sites. Great experience!

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