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Bob T
VerifiedJuly 18, 2022 Stayed at: 011
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
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About Riverside Campground
Riverside Campground is located 30 mi 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.
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Reviews
174 reviews
Summary
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.
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4.6
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Based on 174 reviews
5 stars
69.0% (120)
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23.6% (41)
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John S
VerifiedJuly 18, 2022 Stayed at: 023
Site was fantastic with the view of the dam without any obstructions.
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Faith C
VerifiedJuly 15, 2022 Stayed at: 021
Great lil campground on a lake by the dam! I loved it!
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Ashley S
VerifiedJuly 12, 2022 Stayed at: Riverside Group Use Campsites
Our camp host was one of the best we have ever had. Very accommodating. Always kept the bathrooms clean and the trash emptied. Answered any questions we had. He seriously made it a wonderful environment!
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Garry S
VerifiedJune 28, 2022 Stayed at: 022
The camp host at Riverside is a great guy, very nice and helpful.
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Abbee G
VerifiedJune 26, 2022 Stayed at: 004
Great campground. Nice host.
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Carol G
VerifiedJune 17, 2022 Stayed at: 005
Great campground right on the river! Camp host was very nice.
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Dave G
VerifiedJune 16, 2022 Stayed at: 019
A beautiful campground. The campground host was friendly which is always a plus. A 5:00 check-in time is inconvenient. It needs to be earlier in the afternoon. We experienced a camper who ran their noisy generator all day long into the later evening EVERY day. They left it running even when they were gone from their campsite. What can be done?
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Jim M
VerifiedJune 13, 2022 Stayed at: 020
First time staying at Riverside. Very nice from the cleanliness to the camp host. Planning on coming back again & again.
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Steve M
VerifiedDecember 14, 2021 Stayed at: 015
Nice, on the river
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Location & Directions for Riverside Campground
7700 Canyon Ferry Road, Helena, MT 59601 United States
Elevation: 1,116 ft
Getting There
From Helena, MT: Head east along Co Rd 430/Canyon Ferry Rd from Helena, MT, continue for 18 mi to Jim Town Road and turn left. Continue straight until you reach the campground.
From Townsend, MT: Head north on Hwy 284 for 34 mi and turn right...
From Helena, MT: Head east along Co Rd 430/Canyon Ferry Rd from Helena, MT, continue for 18 mi to Jim Town Road and turn left. Continue straight until you reach the campground.
From Townsend, MT: Head north on Hwy 284 for 34 mi and turn right at Jim Town Road. Continue straight until you reach the campground.
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: October 22, 2026
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