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
Dwight H
VerifiedJune 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: B
The campground is very clean and the sites are roomy.
The camp host was very friendly.
We enjoyed the paved path.
We did have noisy neighbors Saturday night until 1:30 in the morning. We asked the host about it on Sunday and she said it was not her night to do the after 10 pm check.
At 1:30 am on Monday a diesel pickup truck(no camper) pulled into the empty campsite next to us and proceeded to let his truck idle until 6:30 am.
The only negative for this trip was reading the large sign when you enter the campground that states mandatory quiet time will be enforced and clearly it was not.
Gary S
VerifiedJune 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B
Great place to camp and boat! Boat ramp is convenient and easy to put in/take out. Clean bathrooms. Friendly camp host!
Dan S
VerifiedJune 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: A
Great campground, but generators are out of control. It would be nice if quiet hours started earlier and ended later.
Naomi P
VerifiedMay 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: A
Please get the lights around the campground operational. It is major safety issue especially at night.
Tina B
VerifiedMay 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: B
Campground was nice camp host was not knowledgeable on the fees
Jeremy B
VerifiedMay 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: A
The campsite and everything related to camping was great. We were there for opening weekend and while there was supposed to be a “no wake zone” by the docks there was not (apparently they had not marked it yet for the season). Multiple kids left unsupervised in wake board boats and jet skis doing their thing right in front of the docks. They were doing donuts and everything right by the dock while our boat was tied up. We mentioned it to the camp host and was told “there’s nothing I can do”. Adding insult to injury we walked our dogs down to a beach and were promptly told to leave by the same camp host because it wasn’t a “off leash dog beach”. Well that’s all fine and well except that wasn’t designated as such either so there was no way to know that. Yet she monitors the beach but not the massive amount of negligence happening in front of the docks. Underage kids drinking and acting like total as*holes and causing a huge ruckus and making the whole situation almost unbearable. Makes zero sense.
Jim U
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: B
People don’t clean up after their pets in camp sites
Aimee M
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: LOOP C CAMPSITES WITH RAMADA/PAVILION, Loop: C
Wonderful place for a group in loop C
David A
VerifiedAugust 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: A
The sites are clean an mostly level. However, for the price there should have been at least a source of potable water and a dump station.
Tyra L
VerifiedAugust 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: A
There was no water at any place in the campground during our visit and no where in my confirmation emails or on the website said that
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.
