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

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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.

Available sites

32 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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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

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32 Sites Available

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Price
⛺ 001 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 002 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 004 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 010 Tent
Gravel · 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
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 026 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 027 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 028 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 029 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 030 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 031 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 032 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 033 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 034 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 035 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 036 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ White Earth Group Use Campsites Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

191 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

Overall rating

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5 stars 60.7% (116)
4 stars 20.4% (39)
3 stars 9.9% (19)
2 stars 3.1% (6)
1 star 5.8% (11)

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Greg K

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September 13, 2024 Stayed at: 032

Online reservation of a camping site was very easy and campground is secure and well maintained.

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Jonathan H

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August 4, 2024 Stayed at: 002

Nice campground at the lake. Little moskitos. We enjoyed to take a bath in the lake. There is a short gravel road to the campground.

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Nikki M

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August 4, 2024 Stayed at: 004

We host an annual camping trip for about 75 family members, and this was the 5th of 7 years that we have been at White Earth and hope to be back next year. The spot is perfect for our extended family - it gives everyone room to spread out but still be close.

The pavilion near the water is perfect so those who want to be in the water can and those who want to be in the shade can - and everyone is still close and together.

The host was great this year.

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Jonathan H

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August 4, 2024 Stayed at: 002

Nice campground at the lake. Little moskitos. We enjoyed to take a bath in the lake. There is a short gravel road to the campground.

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Nikki M

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August 4, 2024 Stayed at: 004

We host an annual camping trip for about 75 family members, and this was the 5th of 7 years that we have been at White Earth and hope to be back next year. The spot is perfect for our extended family - it gives everyone room to spread out but still be close.

The pavilion near the water is perfect so those who want to be in the water can and those who want to be in the shade can - and everyone is still close and together.

The host was great this year.

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Bob R

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August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 031

We loved this campground and so did our dog. Played in the water. Arrived on a Wednesday about 4 pm, left Thursday later AM. Traveling through. The host was friendly and bathrooms very clean, not smelly. Dry campground with swimming and boat launch. Did not use generator, slight breeze in the evening off lake, had windows open. No shade though. Its beautiful with mountains and lake that surround the campground. 8 other campers there out of 33 sites. It’s about 15 minute drive on dirt road off the main highway. Well worth the $18 and we will go back again.

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Bob R

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August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 031

We loved this campground and so did our dog. Played in the water. Arrived on a Wednesday about 4 pm, left Thursday later AM. Traveling through. The host was friendly and bathrooms very clean, not smelly. Dry campground with swimming and boat launch. Did not use generator, slight breeze in the evening off lake, had windows open. No shade though. Its beautiful with mountains and lake that surround the campground. 8 other campers there out of 33 sites. It’s about 15 minute drive on dirt road off the main highway. Well worth the $18 and we will go back again.

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William L

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July 28, 2024 Stayed at: 013

Very clean site, Bob runs a tight ship, one of the cleanest bathroom facilities seen.

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William L

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July 28, 2024 Stayed at: 013

Very clean site, Bob runs a tight ship, one of the cleanest bathroom facilities seen.

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James K

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July 23, 2024 Stayed at: 004

Camp host was great. Sites to the south were not as level as those in the northern loop. We just did a quick overnight, so only walked on the beach. It was a good place to launch boats and kayaks. Our dog enjoyed the light surf. We will return if we are back in the area.

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Location & Directions for White Earth Campground

7700 Canyon Ferry Road, Helena, MT 59601 United States

Elevation: 1,161 ft

Getting There

Heading north along MT highway 12/287 from Townsend. Drive north to the town of Winston, MT, and turn right onto Beaver Creek Road and follow the road 5.5 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Helena, MT - 24 mi

About 36 min to downtown

Highway access

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

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: October 25, 2026

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