Warning
GeneralConstruction to replace the potable water and irrigation lines at Devil’s Elbow will occur June 8–23. To ensure visitor and contractor safety, the site will be temporarily closed during this period. This upgrade will provide visitors with more dependable water service, reduce maintenance downtime, and support long‑term recreational use. Alternative camping may be available at White Sandy, Holter Lake, or Log Gulch. Additional recreation options may be found through Montana FWP or the Bureau of Reclamation at Canyon Ferry. For more information, call (406) 233‑1093.
About Devil's Elbow Campground
Number of accommodations: 43
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Pet Friendly -
Lake Access -
River Access
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (136)
What Guests Are Saying
Devil's Elbow Campground is praised for its cleanliness, beautiful water views, and extensive walking trails, making it a great spot for outdoor activities like boating and paddleboarding. Many guests appreciated the friendly and helpful campground host, and the spacious sites contribute to a pleasant atmosphere. However, some visitors expressed concerns about noise from generators and a few negative interactions with the host, particularly regarding enforcement of quiet hours and rules.
What Guests Are Saying
Devil's Elbow Campground is praised for its cleanliness, beautiful water views, and extensive walking trails, making it a great spot for outdoor activities like boating and paddleboarding. Many guests appreciated the friendly and helpful campground host, and the spacious sites contribute to a pleasant atmosphere. However, some visitors expressed concerns about noise from generators and a few negative interactions with the host, particularly regarding enforcement of quiet hours and rules.
Review Summary
Gyle N
VerifiedJune 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A
Weather (snow & wind) inhibited camping at the campground…
Joe P
VerifiedMay 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A
Our 1st camping for 2022, had 2 days reserved and stayed 1 extra day. Beautiful campground and easy lake access with boat docks.
David J
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A
While the weather could have been better, we enjoyed the campground and hiking paths around it. The new campground hosts were very nice as well.
Darylene M
VerifiedOctober 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A
Great campground, especially in the fall. Large campsites right by the lake. Very enjoyable.
Mike O
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: A
Campground is very clean, relaxing and close to many places to visit-fishing, shopping and sight seeing to name a few. The campground host greeted us as we were setting up and was a pleasure to talk with. We spent 5 days there while attending a 3 day MX event and will return. Great time.
Kathy H
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
Loved the setting.
Padraic M
VerifiedAugust 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: A
alot of supervision - too much. we were constantly watched because we parted our camper a bit sideways without driving on the grass (mostly weeds). i moved and was constantly watched that i didn't park it at any angle to avoid the afternoon sun or increase my view of the lake. I started a fire using my gas fire pit, edges are cool to the touch to help with our children's camping experience of roasting marshmallows and was intruded by the camp host that this was thought to have been a real campfire. my sisters who were camped at other camp sites were constantly monitored as well and the all in all experience was felt like being baby sat 24/7. Don't think i will be back again and i will let others know. NOT a relaxing time. I did enjoy the rain and thunderstorms
STEVEN K
VerifiedAugust 7, 2021 • Stayed at: LOOP C CAMPSITES WITH RAMADA/PAVILION, Loop: C
The group site was clean and the host and hostess were wonderful and very helpful.
Dick B
VerifiedAugust 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: A
Nice clean camp site. Great camp hosts.
Lorraine W
VerifiedAugust 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A
Great value. Didn’t have to reserve 2 nights on the weekend like many places. Friendly camp hosts. Clean bathroom.
Location Devil's Elbow Campground
Address:
5965 York Road
Helena, MT, 59602
United States
Devil's Elbow Campground is located at 5965 York Road, Helena, Montana 59601. From Interstate 90 driving from Bozeman, exit at Exit: 274 US 287 Helena/Ennis; right turn to continue north on 287 and continue for 57 miles. Turn right onto Lake Helena Drive, then turn right in 450 feet to stay on Lake Helena Drive. Continue for 4 miles through the roundabout. Turn right onto York Road and drive 6.2 miles to Devil's Elbow Recreation Area. From Helena/Butte/Great Falls: Drive to (or exit from I-15 onto) Custer Avenue, head east on Custer Ave. Take left turn onto York Road. Continue on for 16 miles to Devil's Elbow Recreation Area; or take the Lincoln RD exit on I-15, Head East on Lincoln Road until it intersects with Lake Helena Dr (T-Intersection). Take a right (South) on Lake Helena Dr (this route contains portions of dirt and gravel roads) and continue until the road turns back into pavement, take a left (East) on Deal Lane and follow the road until it terminates at York Road. Take a left (North) on York Road and continue for about 2 miles to Devil's Elbow.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.7016 / -111.809
Elevation: 1131 feet
Policies & Rules
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*** You must occupy your campsite every night that you have reserved. If you do not show up for 24 hours from "Check-In Time" (2:00 PM), you forfeit the use of that site and are not entitled to any refunds or discounts. ***
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| General |
Prairie rattlesnakes and bull snakes inhabit this area. Be cautious of where you step or reach into. |
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Black widows are very common in the area; while not usually deadly, their bite can be extremely painful and has caused local necrosis of the associated tissues and severe illness. |
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Prickly Pear cactus are a native plant that will prick you, rip your clothing or your tent and can be very hard to remove. |
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Campsites are limited to no more than 2 RVs or 2 tents or a combination of 1 RV and 1 tent. Each RV or tent is considered a camping unit and must pay the fee per unit. |
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There is no power available on site for campers and generators are only allowed from 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. |
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There is no black or gray water dump on site. |
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First-come, first-served sites are available in this campground. |
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If you plan to bring a watercraft with you, please remember to always: Clean, Drain, Dry and Inspect your craft for Aquatic Invasive Species. |
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Weather can change drastically in this area. Be prepared for any type of weather event. |
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Stock animals are not allowed in this facility. Non-road legal ATVs, UTVs or motorcycles are not allowed in this facility. |
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Check out time is 11:00 A.M. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralConstruction to replace the potable water and irrigation lines at Devil’s Elbow will occur June 8–23. To ensure visitor and contractor safety, the site will be temporarily closed during this period. This upgrade will provide visitors with more dependable water service, reduce maintenance downtime, and support long‑term recreational use. Alternative camping may be available at White Sandy, Holter Lake, or Log Gulch. Additional recreation options may be found through Montana FWP or the Bureau of Reclamation at Canyon Ferry. For more information, call (406) 233‑1093.
