Riverside Campground

7700 Canyon Ferry Road, Helena, Montana, United States
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RIVERSIDE CAMPGROUND AND GROUP USE AREA
Riverside

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Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

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. 

Available sites

28 total sites
RV Sites 1 site Check Availability Tent Sites 27 sites Check Availability

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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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

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28 Sites Available

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Price
⛺ 001 Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 002 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 004 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 006 Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 007 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 008 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 009 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 010 Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 011 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 012 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 013 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 014 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 015 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 016 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 017 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 018 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 019 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 020 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 021 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 022 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 023 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 024 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 025 Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 026 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 027 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 Riverside Group Use Campsites RV
Pet Friendly · Paved

Reviews

174 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.6

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5 stars 69.0% (120)
4 stars 23.6% (41)
3 stars 5.7% (10)
2 stars 1.1% (2)
1 star 0.6% (1)

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Allen W

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July 10, 2026 Stayed at: 003

A lot of rain camp ground host was very friendly

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Edward S

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July 8, 2026 Stayed at: 009

We have camped at Riverside Campground for many years. This year the whole campground was in disrepair. In the past the bathrooms were somewhat smelly but clean. This year they weren't even very clean. We realize that the campground had been flooded but it seems like it could have been cleaned up and restored to it's former beauty.

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James R

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July 4, 2026 Stayed at: 005

Very nice location with great hosts.

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DAN C

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July 3, 2026 Stayed at: 012

Nice location, camping spots too close.

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Craig S

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June 28, 2026 Stayed at: 020

Good location, clean facilities

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Craig S

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June 27, 2026 Stayed at: 022

Great place to stay!

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Richard T

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June 27, 2026 Stayed at: 010

We really loved the Riverside campground. It was a excellent stay, quiet, clean and well managed.
We will be back.

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Susan S

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June 25, 2026 Stayed at: 014

5 pm check in way to late in the day.
big rocks in site not safe. not a gravel site!

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Danielle W

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June 25, 2026 Stayed at: 015

Beautiful place, great camp hosts. Lots of wildlife around. Just an amazing place.

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Lynn A

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June 22, 2026 Stayed at: 011

Great experience. The campground host was top notch. My original spot, next to my son, had been canceled but I lucked out and found another, though less favorable, site. The host explained that there had been a flood and my original site had been under water. He said that since it was dry now, if I wanted to move over into it, he would be ok with it. So I did. We had a great family outing.

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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...

Nearest town

Helena, MT - 20 mi

About 31 min to downtown

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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