Chinamen's Campground

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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

37 total sites

RV Sites

15 sites

Tent Sites

22 sites

About Chinamen's Campground

Review campsite details -- RV's larger than 20 feet long maybe be to large for many of the campsites.   This Campground is located at the very northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Montana Highway 284 and offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. The Canyon Ferry area has a rich mining history. In the 1850’s the gold rush hit the Canyon Ferry area attracting miners from all over the United States in the hopes of striking it rich.  

Number of accommodations: 37

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 1 to Sep 13

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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37 Sites Available

Site
Price
001 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
002 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
004 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
005 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 006 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
019 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
020 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 021 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
023 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
024 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
025 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
026 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
027 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
028 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
029 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
030 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
031 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
032 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
033 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
034 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
035 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 036 RV
No Hookups
Price not available
037 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
038 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (86)

What Guests Are Saying

Chinamen's Campground features beautiful scenery and great lake access, making it a pleasant getaway for families. Many reviewers appreciated the friendly and helpful camp host, though some expressed concerns about her availability and enforcement of rules. While the campground has a clean environment and reasonable pricing, issues like trash, noisy neighbors, and small campsite sizes were noted, suggesting a need for improvements in management and facilities.

Review Summary

3.5
86 reviews
5
32.6%
28
4
25.6%
22
3
14.0%
12
2
12.8%
11
1
15.1%
13

Alexandra K

Verified

July 12, 2024 Stayed at: 033

5

Beautiful lake access, decent campsite size, and clean bathrooms! The only thing that I didn’t love was the entrance because it’s right in front of a big turn. Obviously there’s 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.

Cierra W

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: 002

5

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

Richard M

Verified

September 3, 2023 Stayed at: 007

5

Close to the restrooms friendly people good experience

Maria M

Verified

September 2, 2023 Stayed at: 010

4

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

Karleen S

Verified

August 17, 2023 Stayed at: 016

5

Campground was very clean. We were surprised at the number of day-users but that didn’t impact our stay. We were out in our kayaks most of the day.

Maark B

Verified

August 15, 2023 Stayed at: 008

5

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!!

Holly S

Verified

August 11, 2023 Stayed at: 008

5

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.

Tim S

Verified

July 30, 2023 Stayed at: 023

2

Campsite was way to small

Stacey D

Verified

July 29, 2023 Stayed at: 009

4

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.

Jerry D

Verified

July 29, 2023 Stayed at: 007

4

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.

Location Chinamen's Campground

Address:
7700 Canyon Ferry Rd
Helena, MT, 59602
United States

Highway access

Chinamen's Campground is accessible via MT Highway 12/287, which is the main route leading to the campground from the north. The campground is reached by turning onto Spokane Creek Rd from MT Highway 12/287.

Elevation: 1192 feet

Distance to downtown

20 mi drive to downtown Helena (about 30 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

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Last updated: September 8, 2026

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