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About Devil's Elbow Campground
Number of accommodations: 43
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Year-round
Fishing
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Mountain Biking
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Boating
Summer
Boating
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
River Access
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (433)
What Guests Are Saying
Devil's Elbow Campground offers a quiet and comfortable primitive camping experience with well-maintained facilities, beautiful views, and excellent water access, making it ideal for boaters and outdoor enthusiasts. Campers frequently praise the cleanliness of the restrooms and the helpfulness of the camp host, Shelly, enhancing the overall enjoyment of their stay. While some guests noted issues with noise from generators and curfew violations, many expressed a desire to return and highly recommend the campground for its scenic beauty and pleasant atmosphere.
What Guests Are Saying
Devil's Elbow Campground offers a quiet and comfortable primitive camping experience with well-maintained facilities, beautiful views, and excellent water access, making it ideal for boaters and outdoor enthusiasts. Campers frequently praise the cleanliness of the restrooms and the helpfulness of the camp host, Shelly, enhancing the overall enjoyment of their stay. While some guests noted issues with noise from generators and curfew violations, many expressed a desire to return and highly recommend the campground for its scenic beauty and pleasant atmosphere.
Review Summary
Stephanie M
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
Camp host did her job, but too needy. A few minutes after we got there she was right there to make sure we had a reservation. We were trying to set up camp and she insisted to show us our res. Confirmation. Also we had our generator on at 10pm. We were going to turn it off. They were there at 10:01 pm. Kinda needy for a camp host which was annoying.
Kinda like she was spying on our camp. Other things too. Parking she was really annoying. Couldn't be on the grass which one car was about 6 inches on sagebrush.
Stephanie M
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
Camp host did her job, but too needy. A few minutes after we got there she was right there to make sure we had a reservation. We were trying to set up camp and she insisted to show us our res. Confirmation. Also we had our generator on at 10pm. We were going to turn it off. They were there at 10:01 pm. Kinda needy for a camp host which was annoying.
Kinda like she was spying on our camp. Other things too. Parking she was really annoying. Couldn't be on the grass which one car was about 6 inches on sagebrush.
Stephanie M
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: A
Camp host did her job, but too needy. A few minutes after we got there she was right there to make sure we had a reservation. We were trying to set up camp and she insisted to show us our res. Confirmation. Also we had our generator on at 10pm. We were going to turn it off. They were there at 10:01 pm. Kinda needy for a camp host which was annoying.
Kinda like she was spying on our camp. Other things too. Parking she was really annoying. Couldn't be on the grass which one car was about 6 inches on sagebrush.
Mollie C
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
Clean sites and very scenic!
Mollie C
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
Clean sites and very scenic!
Mollie C
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: A
Clean sites and very scenic!
Charmaine B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: A
No shade. The water was gross and dangerous for our dogs. People were extremely rude to campground hosts. I felt sorry for them. We most likely won't go back to that campground.
Charmaine B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: A
No shade. The water was gross and dangerous for our dogs. People were extremely rude to campground hosts. I felt sorry for them. We most likely won't go back to that campground.
Charmaine B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: A
No shade. The water was gross and dangerous for our dogs. People were extremely rude to campground hosts. I felt sorry for them. We most likely won't go back to that campground.
Vieno T
VerifiedJanuary 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: A
Nice Views. Large camp spots. Clean camp ground.
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.
Elevation: 1131 feet
15 mi drive to downtown Helena (about 22 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store food in vehicles or bear-proof containers to avoid wildlife encounters.
Safety & rules
- Watch your step to avoid rattlesnakes and bull snakes in the area.
- Black widow spiders are common; their bites can be very painful.
- Beware of Prickly Pear cactus which can cause injury and damage.
- Ensure your watercraft is clean and inspected for invasive species before arrival.
- Prepare for sudden weather changes while camping.
Site capacity
- Campsites allow a maximum of 2 RVs or 2 tents, or 1 RV and 1 tent.
- Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Utilities
- No power is available; generators can only be used between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
- There are no facilities for dumping black or gray water.
Local regulations
- No stock animals or non-road legal vehicles are permitted.
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Last updated: September 8, 2026
