White Earth Campground

White Earth  Campground
White Earth
WHITE EARTH CAMPGROUND AND GROUP USE SHELTER

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

32 total sites

Tent Sites

32 sites

About White Earth Campground

White Earth Group Use Shelter is located at White Earth Campground, just east of the town of Winston, Montana, on Canyon Ferry Reservoir. In 1805, the Lewis and Clark expedition passed through this region. On July 22, 1805, Sacagawea recognizes the country and assures the men that the three forks of the Missouri were of no great distance. This news gave the expedition hope in the anticipation of soon reaching the headwaters of the Missouri River.

Number of accommodations: 32

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 1 to Sep 13

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake 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.

32 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
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
028 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
029 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
030 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
031 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
032 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
033 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
034 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
035 Tent
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
036 Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
White Earth Group Use Campsites Tent
50 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (185)

What Guests Are Saying

White Earth Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting with clean facilities and quiet camping, making it a great spot for fishing and relaxation. Many guests appreciate the easy online reservation process and the helpful camp host, although some noted issues with the camp host's demeanor and the tall grass in some sites. Overall, visitors enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return, highlighting the campground's charm and cleanliness.

Review Summary

4.3
185 reviews
5
62.2%
115
4
20.0%
37
3
8.6%
16
2
3.2%
6
1
5.9%
11

Debbie H

Verified

August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 023

5

We would like to say how refreshing it was to have such a great camp host in Mel. He keeps everyone ship shape but in a very kind and friendly way. He is awsome and many campers there agree. Hope he comes back next year. We have been camping at White Earth for over 24 years and it has been a long time since the Host was so nice. Only suggestion is perhaps you could slow the speed down through the campground. thank you.

Patty O

Verified

August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 015

5

Nice clean campground. The host was very welcoming and friendly.

Debbie H

Verified

August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 023

5

We would like to say how refreshing it was to have such a great camp host in Mel. He keeps everyone ship shape but in a very kind and friendly way. He is awsome and many campers there agree. Hope he comes back next year. We have been camping at White Earth for over 24 years and it has been a long time since the Host was so nice. Only suggestion is perhaps you could slow the speed down through the campground. thank you.

Suzanne S

Verified

August 17, 2021 Stayed at: 031

4

We stayed only to sleep but had a nice spot over the water. It wasn’t crowded and the other guests were good - no crazy parties.

Suzanne S

Verified

August 17, 2021 Stayed at: 031

4

We stayed only to sleep but had a nice spot over the water. It wasn’t crowded and the other guests were good - no crazy parties.

Jennifer M

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 011

4

The place was clean and the bathrooms super clean! Water available to fill up the tanks. Nice boat launch. The only thing we really did not like it that it was so hot and dry and we brought quite a bit of the "white earth" home with us. It was in everything, thick dust. Not a lot of grass really.
Despite that I would stay there again. Beautiful area.

Jennifer M

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 011

4

The place was clean and the bathrooms super clean! Water available to fill up the tanks. Nice boat launch. The only thing we really did not like it that it was so hot and dry and we brought quite a bit of the "white earth" home with us. It was in everything, thick dust. Not a lot of grass really.
Despite that I would stay there again. Beautiful area.

Elizabeth R

Verified

August 7, 2021 Stayed at: 015

5

Very nice spot by the lake. It was a quick stop over for us on a long road trip, but would be great for anyone wanting to boat/fish/ etc. Also not too far from Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons.

Elizabeth R

Verified

August 7, 2021 Stayed at: 015

5

Very nice spot by the lake. It was a quick stop over for us on a long road trip, but would be great for anyone wanting to boat/fish/ etc. Also not too far from Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons.

Ralph M

Verified

July 23, 2021 Stayed at: 015

5

Very helpful and polite campground host. Nice gentleman

Location White Earth Campground

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

Highway access

White Earth Campground is accessible via MT Highway 12/287, approximately 5.5 miles from Beaver Creek Road.

Elevation: 1161 feet

Distance to downtown

24 mi drive to downtown Helena (about 36 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

5PM

Check out time

4PM

General

  • 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.
  • Personal property used to reserve campsites, including RVs and tents will be removed in accordance with 43 CFR Part 423.23.
  • 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 or a structure. Do not leave pets left 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.
  • No electrical source for camp trailers or RVs is available at shelters.
  • Price of shelter includes five designated campsites.
  •  No show reservations are subject to cancellation after the third night.
  • Campsites must be occupied each 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 7, 2026

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