Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Helena, MT
Helena, MT, offers an abundance of outdoor activities and camping options in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Lincoln Park provides convenient, developed campsites near downtown Helena, perfect for those looking to enjoy local amenities while being close to nature. For more rugged, backcountry experiences, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest offers numerous dispersed campsites for those seeking solitude in the wilderness. Lake Helena is a popular spot for RVs and tent campers, offering scenic views of the lake, boating, and fishing opportunities. Prickly Pear Land Trust also provides access to pristine hiking and camping areas, ideal for wildlife watching and hiking. Whether you prefer developed campsites or remote backcountry sites, Helena provides a perfect base for outdoor exploration.
Kading Cabin is located in the Helena Ranger District, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest (55 min west of Helena, MT) with an elevation of 6,089 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Racetrack Cabin is located in the Pintler Ranger District, Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest (1 hr 45 min west of Helena, MT) with an elevation of 6,153 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Calf Creek Cabin is located in the Belt Creek-White Sulphur Springs Ranger District, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest (2 hrs 5 min southeast of Great Falls, MT) with an elevation of 5,496 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $55.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Thompson Guard Station is located in the Townsend Ranger District, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest (1 hr 45 min east of Helena, MT) with an elevation of 6,335 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $50.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Black Sandy Campground is part of Black Sandy State Park in Montana (just 23 min northeast of Helena, MT) with an elevation of 3,657 feet. There are a total of 51 campsites including 16 boat sites. The campground is open all year. 29 sites can accommodate RVs between 36 and 39 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 29 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $6.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include drinking water, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Lewis & Clark Caverns Campground is part of Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park in Montana (50 min west of Bozeman, MT) with an elevation of 4,261 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 40 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 36 and 76 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 18 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $8.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Missouri Headwaters Campground is part of Missouri Headwaters State Park in Montana (32 min northwest of Bozeman, MT) with an elevation of 4,048 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is open all year. 16 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $14.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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