Chinamen's Campground, Helena, MT

Chinamen's Campground in Lewis and Clark county is located just 29 min east of Helena, MT with an elevation of 3,890 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid September. 30 sites can accommodate RVs between 14 and 44 feet. All sites are currently reservable. There is a fee of $10.00 per night.

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Campsite Reviews (54)

3.7 out of 5

5 star		35%
4 star		28%
3 star		13%
2 star		15%
1 star		9%

@KelleyJC98C2D4 · Camped on Aug 19, 2024 at Campsite #19

Place was alright. Small spaces

@CarissaJC57D3F · Camped on Aug 16, 2024 at Campsite #26

Excellent location, scenic sites. Some sites are very spacious but a few have almost no room even for a small 1-2 person tent and a car top tent would be the only option in this case. Fortunately I was able to change sites once I arrived or it would not have been a great exprience. Overall great campground, will return.

@KristaMiC1AEE5 · Camped on Jul 5, 2024 at Campsite #4

Campsites in the lower numbers are closest to the lake. Be sure to bring swimsuits, kayaks, beach chairs and inflatable toys. Also bring shade shelters as there are no trees near the water's edge.

@CierraW63C240A · Camped on Jun 30, 2024 at Campsite #2

First time ever and it was amazing!!! Nothing to complain about!

@AlexandraDF119 · Camped on Jun 7, 2024 at Campsite #33

Beautiful lake access, decent campsite size, and clean bathrooms! The only thing that I didnt love was the entrance because its right in front of a big turn. Obviously theres no controlling that but just be aware! I would definitely stay here again. Probably in a site closer to the lake if possible but the entire campsite is an easy walk to the beach area.

@RichardM509620 · Camped on Aug 26, 2023 at Campsite #7

Close to the restrooms friendly people good experience

@MariaM4161283 · Camped on Aug 25, 2023 at Campsite #10

Only thing I didn't like was our campsite had no shade. Everything else was perfect!

@MaarkBB43AE047 · Camped on Aug 3, 2023 at Campsite #8

This is a perfect campground for little kids and adults as well! We had five sites that were easily accessible. The host was excellent and very personable. First time stayeng there, but not the last!!

@KarleenS523DDF · Camped on Jul 28, 2023 at Campsite #16

Campground was very clean. We were surprised at the number of day-users but that didnt impact our stay. We were out in our kayaks most of the day.

@TimS7118881 · Camped on Jul 22, 2023 at Campsite #23

Campsite was way to small

@RYANB8651630 · Camped on Jul 19, 2023 at Campsite #35

Beautiful spot, great sites. One o f the bathrooms was pretty gnarly, the camp host needed to take a hose to it, it was real stank. Otherwise a perfect camping stay. Will be staying here again.

@staceyd6239896 · Camped on Jul 17, 2023 at Campsite #9

My site had no shade all day but the paddling I did on the lake and the easy access made up for it. The campground is also day use area and locals love it. The toilets were always clean and the camp host does a great job of maintaining the sites and the beach.

@CarolynM7E3184 · Camped on Jul 15, 2023 at Campsite #35

We booked a site online and then when we arrived, someone else was already set up on our site. They said they had reserved that site months ago. We went to the camp Host, who had an Off Duty sign added to his Camp Host sign. We asked him to help us with the mix up regarding the site we reserved. He said we should talk to the people on our site and tell them to leave. He did not come to the site, nor was he willing to check any reservation records. We had the impression a lot of site reservations were mixed up in this campground, and that the camp Host really didnt care.

@HollyS6412107 · Camped on Jul 14, 2023 at Campsite #8

We love camping at Canyon Ferry's Chinaman campground. Spots 7 & 8 are on the look right by the water. It can get a little warm mid-day, but you get a great breeze off the lake at night. It is a great little cove to explore and there are plenty of spots to put your chair in the water and just watch the world go by. Kim's Marina is right next store so if you forgot anything you can pick it up there. Nick, this year's camp host, is a great resource and we look forward to seeing him and Scooter every time we stay.

@JerryD9423734 · Camped on Jul 14, 2023 at Campsite #7

Camp host always seemed to be off duty. Not sure what all their duties are or when they should be around.Noisy group one night until about midnight. Bathrooms were clean.

@JeffreyD84C840 · Camped on Jul 14, 2023 at Campsite #5

We stayed there on a Friday night, and there was no one on duty at the campground. Done kids rolled in late at night that were not camping there and made a lot of noise. They woke up my wife and I and I had to go out and tell them they were being too loud and ask them to leave myself. It was like 1 or 2am when this happened. Quiet time is not very well enforced here, and guests who pay money to be there certainly shouldn't have to be responsible for that as I was.

@BruceN70ABACB3 · Camped on Jul 8, 2023 at Campsite #30

The campground host was the best. Super friendly kept the place nice and clean. Even stopped by and asked if we need anything from store as he was running there himself. Great guy !!!!

@CarolF5826399 · Camped on Jul 3, 2023 at Campsite #28

It’s a beautiful site with shade. It’s a little removed from the other sites, so a bit more private. It’s larger than most sites. A short walk to the lake.

@BrendaP8892898 · Camped on Jul 1, 2023 at Campsite #15

There is no boat landing, so please don't drive your big boats through this campground. This campground is great for tents and very small RVs not for big campers.

@MalloryPFF7E0E · Camped on Jun 23, 2023 at Campsite #9

Very clean campsite, a lot of spots available- it was quiet at night and the Sheriff drove through to make sure it was enjoyable

@ThomasS5574085 · Camped on Jun 23, 2023 at Campsite #18

Chinamen’s is our favorite campground. It is a very peaceful place to camp. We try to camp here at least 3 times a year, with our extended family. The beach is always kept nice and clean. Chinamen’s always have the friendliest camp Hosts too.

@carlied5F07C0D · Camped on Jun 17, 2023 at Campsite #18

Would give 0 stars if I could. Reservesd a site and someone was in our spot, camp ground host nowhere to be found. Had no place to go for my son's bday because our site was filled with other people's stuff even though our name was on it. Asked website to refund us but they couldn't because they just help with reservations but they issued a request and gave me the phone number for the people who own the campground (which is the mt bureau of reclamation ) called them over 10 times all has VM no reply. About a month and a half later still nothing, ended up having to contact BBB and issued a complaint and 48 hrs after my complaint I FINALLY got an email about the refund being issued. As for what I saw of the campground, no privacy, tiny tiny spots (we have a jeep and a 16 ft trailer and it would have been super tight if we were able to stay. Dogs off leashes and camp host not available even when sign on their camper said they were there. Definitely not pleased.

@KurtC4569562 · Camped on Sep 2, 2022 at Campsite #35

We really enjoyed the campsite #35 at Chinamens campground. It had lots of room for a larger tent for the six of us plus we were able to hang two hammocks and enjoy the great outdoors. It was close enough to the lake to be able to enjoy some water activities also. Definitely going back in the future.

@MichaelH990269 · Camped on Aug 20, 2022 at Campsite #30

Great for all ages spaced out for privacy and the cove is perfect swimming from toddlers to experienced

@TanaraS4945530 · Camped on Aug 19, 2022 at Campsite #2

always love camping here.

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