Top Campgrounds near Helena
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Sleepy Teepee
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Helena North KOA Journey
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Strawberry Cabin
Strawberry Cabin, built in 1941 and located at 6.1 ft on Strawberry Butte in the Elkhorn Mountains, exemplifies rustic Forest Service log architecture with its C-46 one-room design by William Fox. The cabin features distinctive ventral saddle notc...
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Moose Creek Cabin
Moose Creek Cabin, built in 1907 and historically used by the Forest Service, is located in a scenic clearing surrounded by conifer forests near Helena, Montana. It now serves as a rustic retreat for guests looking for relaxation and recreation, w...
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Clark's Bay Day Use Area Shelter (MT)
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...
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White Sandy Campground
White Sandy Campground is situated on the west side of Hauser Lake, near Prickly Pear Creek. It offers scenic views of Eldorado Bar and the Big Belt mountains, making it perfect for outdoor activities like wildlife watching, water sports, camping,...
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Grey Sandy Campground
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Quigley Group Use
Quigley Group Use Site is located at 6.3 ft on MacDonald Pass, 15 mi west of Helena, Montana, within the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. It offers stunning views of meadows and mountains, and is adjacent to the Continental Divide National ...
From $50/night
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Devil's Elbow Campground
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...
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Riverside Campground
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...
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Court Sheriff Campground
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 ...
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Chinamen's Campground
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...
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Cave Point Group Use Area
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...
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Jo Bonner Campground
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...
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Summer Star Ranch
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Norwegian Wood Ranch
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Hellgate Campground
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.
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Bar Gulch Cabin
Bar Gulch Cabin, situated in the Big Belt Mountain Range of Helena National Forest, was built in the 1930s for mining but later repurposed for recreation. Donated to the Forest Service in 1988, it serves as a rustic retreat for visitors seeking re...
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White Earth Campground
White Earth Campground, situated near Winston, Montana, features the White Earth Group Use Shelter by Canyon Ferry Reservoir. This area is historically significant as it was traversed by the Lewis and Clark expedition in 1805, where Sacagawea prov...
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Goose Bay Marina & Campground
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...
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Sleepy Teepee
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Helena North KOA Journey
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Strawberry Cabin
Strawberry Cabin, built in 1941 and located at 6.1 ft on Strawberry Butte in the Elkhorn Mountains, exemplifies rustic Forest Service log architecture with its C-46 one-room design by William Fox. The cabin features distinctive ventral saddle notc...
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Moose Creek Cabin
Moose Creek Cabin, built in 1907 and historically used by the Forest Service, is located in a scenic clearing surrounded by conifer forests near Helena, Montana. It now serves as a rustic retreat for guests looking for relaxation and recreation, w...
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Clark's Bay Day Use Area Shelter (MT)
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...
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White Sandy Campground
White Sandy Campground is situated on the west side of Hauser Lake, near Prickly Pear Creek. It offers scenic views of Eldorado Bar and the Big Belt mountains, making it perfect for outdoor activities like wildlife watching, water sports, camping,...
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Grey Sandy Campground
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Quigley Group Use
Quigley Group Use Site is located at 6.3 ft on MacDonald Pass, 15 mi west of Helena, Montana, within the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. It offers stunning views of meadows and mountains, and is adjacent to the Continental Divide National ...
From $50/night
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Devil's Elbow Campground
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...
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Riverside Campground
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...
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Court Sheriff Campground
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 ...
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Chinamen's Campground
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...
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Cave Point Group Use Area
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...
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Jo Bonner Campground
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...
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Summer Star Ranch
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Norwegian Wood Ranch
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Hellgate Campground
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.
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Bar Gulch Cabin
Bar Gulch Cabin, situated in the Big Belt Mountain Range of Helena National Forest, was built in the 1930s for mining but later repurposed for recreation. Donated to the Forest Service in 1988, it serves as a rustic retreat for visitors seeking re...
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White Earth Campground
White Earth Campground, situated near Winston, Montana, features the White Earth Group Use Shelter by Canyon Ferry Reservoir. This area is historically significant as it was traversed by the Lewis and Clark expedition in 1805, where Sacagawea prov...
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Goose Bay Marina & Campground
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...
Helena, Montana
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About Helena, Montana
Helena, Montana sits between mountains and open valleys, making a handy base for camping and outdoor stays. Near Helena you’ll find a mix of campgrounds and RV parks for road trips, plus tent-friendly sites, cozy cabins, and a touch of glamping. Browse 65 options to set up close to trailheads and public lands, with in-town conveniences a short drive away.
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Helena has 73 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 Helena 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 Helena welcome pets. Moose Creek Cabin 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.