About Coal Banks Landing

Coal Banks Landing Campground, situated along the Upper Missouri River, is open from April 1 to December 1, annually. This is a popular site for launching watercraft, as well as camping, picnicking and fishing. The potable water system at the campground becomes operational after the last freeze in the spring, typically by May 15th. Campsites are on a first-come, first-serve basis — NO RESERVATIONS. There are 20 sites, five (5) of which can accommodate trailers or recreational vehicles (RVs) up to 40 ft in length. There are no hookups available. Each site has a designated fire ring and picnic table. The campground is equipped with vault toilets and trash dumpsters. The boat launch use is dependent on water levels, typically 5,000-7,000 cfs is required to launch motorized watercraft.

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Location & Directions for Coal Banks Landing

Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument, 920 Northeast Main, Lewistown, MT 59457 United States

Elevation: 772 ft

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Lewistown, MT - 116 mi

About over 2 hr (128 min) to downtown

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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