About Wade Lake (MT)
Number of accommodations: 25
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2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (78)
What Guests Are Saying
Wade Lake is praised for its stunning beauty, serene atmosphere, and well-maintained campground, making it an excellent spot for family recreation and relaxation. Many visitors enjoyed activities like paddleboarding and canoeing, appreciating the clear waters and picturesque scenery. However, some campers faced challenges with the reservation system, limited space, and occasional noise from generators, though these did not overshadow the overall positive experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Wade Lake is praised for its stunning beauty, serene atmosphere, and well-maintained campground, making it an excellent spot for family recreation and relaxation. Many visitors enjoyed activities like paddleboarding and canoeing, appreciating the clear waters and picturesque scenery. However, some campers faced challenges with the reservation system, limited space, and occasional noise from generators, though these did not overshadow the overall positive experience.
Review Summary
Robert S
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: Upper Loop
Great spot, camp ground showed booked but there were empty spots. The sound of generators all night makes it less than appealing. We will be back, just at a less busy time
shamus riggs
July 18, 2025
Phenomenal staff dedicated to managing the gorgeous lands of the Madison RD. Papoose trail 355 up to the cradle lakes is phenomenal, and always in good shape.
Lois M
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: Upper Loop
Wade Lake has a special place in my heart because over 60 years ago my family camped there often. The road was rough and unpaved all the way from the highway to the lake. We waterskied in that cold water and fished, trolling the deepest portions of the lake and catching many good sized trout, but never a lunker like the 29 pound brown trout that held the state record until recently. Being older, I appreciate the serenity that comes with limiting the motor boats on the lake. My recent visit, the first in 43 years, was better than I expected. It was quiet, I hiked a little, watched the kayakers and paddleboarders, wishing I had my own so I could fly fish in the early morning when the fish were rising. A thunder and lightning storm came through one night along with a good rain, that dampened the potential fire danger. The storm ended in a magnificent sunset. Bug repellent is essential. Bear spray is recommended if you plan on getting away from the campsite on the hiking trails. There are bears that frequent the area all summer. I definitely plan on going back later in the summer, more prepared to enjoy this nostalgic area that holds so many memories.
Parker M
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: Upper Loop
The upper sites especially were extremely disappointing
Specifically site 19 shared with the one above. The tent spots were 6’ apart and the tables were next to each other. If we had tents, there would have not been a spot for them unless it was 5x5 max. I am not okay with literally sharing a spot with random strangers. Around the fire pits also wasnt leveled and so you couldn’t really sit around the fire. The flies were also terrible but i understand that isnt controllable
Scott C
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Lower Loop
Wade Lake is beautiful and the campground is well maintained. It is an excellent place for family recreation.
Morris C
VerifiedJune 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: Upper Loop
The signage to the campground was very helpful before arriving knowing that we had to make a reservation. The app made it very easy to pay by card and showed us the available campgrounds. The campground was very well kept including bathrooms. The lake is amazing! We will be back. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Jerold V
VerifiedJune 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: Upper Loop
We made a mistake on the dates for our stay but the hosts worked thecsituation out for everyone. We are very grateful and appreciative.
Rachel R
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: Upper Loop
Beautiful lake and fun campground. Very family friendly. Some site have limited shade, but others great coverage.
Emily H
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: Upper Loop
Beautiful place
Victoria T
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 6, Loop: Main Loop
This turned out to be a gorgeous site- lake path down, shade from the trees and a bit away from others limiting the RV noise. The nested eagles near it didn’t hurt either!
Location Wade Lake (MT)
Address:
Madison Ranger District, 5 Forest Service Road
Ennis, MT, 59729
United States
Wade Lake is accessible via Montana State Highway 287, which is approximately 15 miles to the east.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.8053 / -111.572
Elevation: 2043 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
2PM
General
- Cellular service is not available at the campground but may be available at the top of the hill, about one and one half miles away.
- There is a food storage order in place. All food and attractants must be stored in a bear-proof manner when unattended.
- There is a 16 consecutive day camping limit at a single site and 32 day cumulative limit, at multiple sites, within a calendar year.
- Garbage service is available from May 15 - September 15. Otherwise, it is Pack It In, Pack It Out.
- For “First Come First Served” campsites - Pay by cash or check. Change is not available.
- Unless designated as a group site, campsites are for a single camping unit only. No double camping is permitted.
- Please cancel your reservation if you do not plan to use the campsite. Reservations may be forfeited, without refund, for failure to occupy campsite on first night and for absences exceeding 24 hours thereafter. Campsite will be made available to other campers for the remainder of the reservation.
- Campsites must be occupied the first night and may not be unattended for more than 24 hours
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
