Helena, MT · 60.6 mi from Great Falls
3.9 (444 reviews)
Devil's Elbow Recreation Area, located on Hauser Lake, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and boating. It provides a sense of seclusion while being conveniently close...
Lewistown, MT · 61.1 mi from Great Falls
Coal Banks Landing Campground, open from April 1 to December 1, offers 20 first-come, first-served sites for camping, picnicking, and fishing along the Upper Missouri River. The campground features vault toilets, trash dumpsters, and a potable wat...
Helena, MT · 61.4 mi from Great Falls
5.0 (6 reviews)
Clark's Bay Day Use Area, located at Hauser Lake's "Devil's Elbow," offers breathtaking views of the Big Belt and Elkhorn Mountains. It provides a variety of outdoor activities, including fishing, hiking, and boating, catering to all adventure ent...
Helena, MT · 61.7 mi from Great Falls
4.5 (353 reviews)
Court Sheriff Campground is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir in Montana, offering year-round recreational activities. It is named after Court Sheriff, who moved to Montana in 1865 to work in the mines and later established a ...
Helena, MT · 61.9 mi from Great Falls
3.5 (87 reviews)
Chinamen's Campground is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 mi east of Helena, Montana, and offers year-round recreational activities. The area has a historical background tied to the gold rush of the 1850s, attracting mine...
Helena, MT · 61.9 mi from Great Falls
5.0 (1 review)
Townsend, MT · 62.1 mi from Great Falls
4.5 (71 reviews)
The Miller Creek Cabin is situated in the Townsend Ranger District of the Big Belt Mountains, Montana, at the junction of Confederate Gulch and Blacktail Roads. Access requires a high-clearance vehicle, but winter travel necessitates over-the-snow...
Helena, MT · 62.2 mi from Great Falls
4.6 (174 reviews)
Riverside Campground, situated 30 mi east of Helena, Montana, offers 27 paved campsites, a group picnic pavilion, and facilities like pit toilets and a boat ramp. It caters to campers, day users, and large groups, making it a popular spot for fami...
Helena, MT · 62.2 mi from Great Falls
4.2 (46 reviews)
Jo Bonner Campground is situated at the northeastern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 mi east of Helena, Montana, and provides year-round recreational opportunities. Named after Josephine Agnes Martin Bonner, it is a small, charming campground wi...
Helena, MT · 62.3 mi from Great Falls
4.5 (2 reviews)
Cave Point Group Use Shelter is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 mi east of Helena, Montana, along Highway 284. It provides year-round recreational opportunities and is steeped in mining history, named after the early set...
Helena, MT · 63.5 mi from Great Falls
4.1 (435 reviews)
Hellgate Campground is situated 30 mi east of Helena, Montana, along Highway 284. Historically, it was explored by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805, who praised its beauty. The area later attracted miners during the 1850s gold rush.
Hobson, MT · 64.9 mi from Great Falls
3.8 (5 reviews)
Helena, MT · 65.2 mi from Great Falls
Stanford, MT · 65.3 mi from Great Falls
4.0 (37 reviews)
Judith Guard Station is a historic Ranger Station from the early 1900s, designated as a National Historic Site with period-appropriate decor. Situated near the Middle Fork of the Judith River and a campground, it enforces mandatory bear food stora...
Lincoln, MT · 67.1 mi from Great Falls
4.6 (48 reviews)
Cummings Cabin, located 8.5 mi east of Lincoln, Montana, is a historic mining cabin eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. It serves as a rustic getaway in Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, equipped with basic amenities and s...
Hobson, MT · 67.2 mi from Great Falls
5.0 (5 reviews)
Townsend, MT · 67.8 mi from Great Falls
4.6 (5 reviews)
Goose Bay Marina & Campground features three loops: the Rustic West Loop with 19 non-hook-up sites and beach access, the Central Loop with 31 sites (mostly electrical) and amenities like picnic pavilions and showers, and the East Loop offering 42 ...
Harlowton, MT · 68.1 mi from Great Falls
3.9 (72 reviews)
Hunters Spring Cabin in central Montana offers a peaceful getaway year-round, perfect for outdoor activities like hunting, hiking, and skiing. It features secure access with a combination lock and is reachable via a gravel road in summer, while wi...
Helena, MT · 68.1 mi from Great Falls
5.0 (2 reviews)
Lincoln, MT · 68.3 mi from Great Falls
4.8 (12 reviews)
Aspen Grove Group Use Campground is located in the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest along the Blackfoot River at an elevation of 4.8 ft. Surrounded by a variety of trees, it provides a private area for larger families or groups, complete wit...
Population: 60,329
Elevation: 3,343 ft
Set on the Missouri River, Great Falls, Montana, is a convenient base for central Montana camping. Campgrounds and RV parks near Great Falls keep you close to Giant Springs State Park, the River’s Edge Trail, and viewpoints of the storied waterfalls. Anglers and paddlers find easy access to the Missouri, while hikers and wildlife watchers can branch out to First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park, Sluice Boxes State Park in the Little Belt Mountains, and Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
Outdoor stays near Great Falls include tent-friendly campgrounds, RV parks with convenient highway access, and a few cozy cabins, with around 32 options to choose from. Stays often start around $75, and summer brings the widest selection, while winter offerings are more limited. Expect easy in-town resupply, quick drives to trailheads and boat launches, and straightforward routes along I-15, US 87, and nearby byways for day trips across the plains and into the Little Belts.
Great Falls has 43 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Clark's Bay Day Use Area Shelter (MT) is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Great Falls vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Great Falls welcome pets. Riverside Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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