Riverside Campground

RIVERSIDE CAMPGROUND AND GROUP USE AREA
Riverside

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

28 total sites

RV Sites

1 site

Tent Sites

27 sites

About Riverside Campground

Riverside Campground is located 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, below the dam at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir. Riverside Campground provides space for campers, day users, and large groups. 27 paved campsites, a group use area with a picnic pavilion, 6 pit toilets, an accessible fishing dock, a boat ramp and day use picnic area. This popular location below the dam attracts many families, boaters and fisherman. 

Number of accommodations: 28

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Sep 13

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

28 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 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
007 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
009 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
010 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
011 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
012 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
013 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
014 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
015 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
016 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
017 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
018 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
019 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
020 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
021 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
022 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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
🚐 Riverside Group Use Campsites RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (162)

What Guests Are Saying

Riverside Campground is praised for its beautiful location along the Missouri River, well-maintained sites, and exceptional camp host, who is friendly and attentive to campers' needs. Many visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and fishing. While some concerns were raised about maintenance issues and odors in certain areas, overall experiences remain positive, with many campers expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.6
162 reviews
5
69.1%
112
4
24.1%
39
3
4.9%
8
2
1.2%
2
1
0.6%
1

Jennifer B

Verified

September 13, 2022 Stayed at: 014

4

The campground was very well maintained and the vault toilets were spotless. Nice riverfront sites and lots of stars. There are hornets and bees - a lot so you have to be careful. Really no shade. Lastly generators - everyone seemed to have one and they ran them all day from 8am until 10pm.

Patricia C

Verified

September 7, 2022 Stayed at: 001

5

Oh my this campground was so nice! The campground host Bob is just the nicest man and he is so helpful! We give him 10 stars! Being right below the dam, the water was so cold, but it was warm and it was refreshing! We did leave a day early, due to the flys and wasps, they were really bad! No fault of the park, it’s been a bad summer for the bugs!

Sandy C

Verified

September 6, 2022 Stayed at: 007

5

My granddaughter and I had a blast! The camp host was awesome. I help a little lady get her spot reserved on the internet.

Stan P

Verified

August 21, 2022 Stayed at: 006

5

Great location and the camp host Bob, is top notch.

CAMI C

Verified

August 18, 2022 Stayed at: 008

4

The camp host Bob is seriously the best! So friendly and just loves people! These sites all are spacious and secluded. The only thing that would make them better is full hookups! This campground is great if you love to fish or boat. Not so good for beach swimming or with small kids.

Craig S

Verified

August 6, 2022 Stayed at: 003

5

Well kept campground with room between sites.

Tom K

Verified

August 4, 2022 Stayed at: 022

5

Beautiful campground and facilities! We enjoyed our week very much…
Thank you for a great camping adventure!

Jim M

Verified

July 20, 2022 Stayed at: 020

5

Excellent !!

Bob T

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 011

4

Very nice and clean camping spot. The campground host is a great guy and very helpful. We had a fun time fishing, boating and sittng around the campfire

John S

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 023

5

Site was fantastic with the view of the dam without any obstructions.

Location Riverside Campground

Address:
7700 Canyon Ferry Road
Helena, MT, 59601
United States

Elevation: 1116 feet

Distance to downtown

20 mi drive to downtown Helena (about 31 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

5PM

Check out time

4PM

General

  • There is no power serving the group use shelter.
  • All campsites are to be considered single unit sites unless marked as a double site. Single campsites are limited to one camping / sleeping unit per campsite. An exception will be made for parents with young children; Parents may have one additional tent for children under the age of 18.
  • RVs, vehicles and trailers must be parked on the gravel/pavement and within designated areas of the campsite or established parking area provided.
  • Pets must be physically constrained by a leash under 6' in length. Do not leave pets unattended. It is your responsibility to clean up after your own pet.
  • Be considerate of other campers. Activities and noise should be kept to a level that does not disturb other campers. Generators are not allowed during quiet hours. The use of loud, profane, or abusive language or music is prohibited.
  • Camping is allowed at the shelter at designated campsites. Price of shelter includes seven designated campsites.
  • Personal property used to reserve campsites, including RVs and tents will be removed in accordance with 43 CFR Part 423.23.
  • No show reservations are subject to cancellation after the third night.
  • While at Canyon Ferry Reservoir:  CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that comes in contact with water. Never dump unwanted bait, worms, fish parts or other organisms into the water. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/  STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. REMOVE plants, seeds, animals and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicle. CLEAN your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. STAY on designated roads and trails and use local firewood. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/

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Last updated: September 8, 2026

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