Top Campgrounds near Townsend
Roadrunner RV Park
Indian Road Group Use Shelter
The Indian Road Group Use Shelter, located at the southern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir near Townsend, can host up to 75 people and is connected to the Indian Road campground. It features a 33' x 44' space with 8 picnic tables, 2 grills, and near...
Saltzman's Mobile Home and RV Park
The Silos Marina & Campground
Townsend / Canyon Ferry Lake KOA Journey
Crow Creek
Crow Creek campground features 8 campsites equipped with restrooms, tables, and fire rings, along with an information kiosk. It also includes a small area for off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding.
Eagle Guard Station
Eagle Guard Station, located in the Elkhorn Mountains of Montana, is a historic cabin built in 1895 that served as a ranger station and is now a rustic retreat. It is the oldest administrative log structure in the Helena National Forest and offers...
Rillway Cabin
Rillway Cabin, located in Helena National Forest near Townsend, Montana, was built between 1918 and 1922 and has historical ties to Dr. A.C. Kelly. Originally owned by the Averill and Hollaway families, it became known as "Rillway" by 1924. Today,...
White Earth Campground
White Earth Campground, situated near Winston, Montana, features the White Earth Group Use Shelter by Canyon Ferry Reservoir. This area is historically significant as it was traversed by the Lewis and Clark expedition in 1805, where Sacagawea prov...
Goose Bay Marina & Campground
Goose Bay Marina & Campground features three loops: the Rustic West Loop with 19 non-hook-up sites and beach access, the Central Loop with 31 sites (mostly electrical) and amenities like picnic pavilions and showers, and the East Loop offering...
Thompson Guard Station
Thompson Guard Station, built in 1954 in the Big Belt Mountain Range of Helena National Forest, originally served as a ranger station and later as lodging for engineering crews. Today, it offers a rustic getaway for relaxation and recreation, acce...
Miller Cabin
The Miller Creek Cabin is situated in the Townsend Ranger District of the Big Belt Mountains, Montana, at the junction of Confederate Gulch and Blacktail Roads. Access requires a high-clearance vehicle, but winter travel necessitates over-the-snow...
Hellgate Campground
Hellgate Campground is situated 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Highway 284. Historically, it was explored by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805, who praised its beauty. The area later attracted miners during the 1850s gold rush.
Strawberry Cabin
Strawberry Cabin, built in 1941 and located at 6,100 feet on Strawberry Butte in the Elkhorn Mountains, exemplifies rustic Forest Service log architecture with its C-46 one-room design by William Fox. The cabin features distinctive ventral saddle ...
Jo Bonner Campground
Jo Bonner Campground is situated at the northeastern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, and provides year-round recreational opportunities. Named after Josephine Agnes Martin Bonner, it is a small, charming campground...
Norwegian Wood Ranch
Cave Point Group Use Area
Cave Point Group Use Shelter is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Highway 284. It provides year-round recreational opportunities and is steeped in mining history, named after the early ...
Chinamen's Campground
Chinamen's Campground is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, and offers year-round recreational activities. The area has a historical background tied to the gold rush of the 1850s, attracting m...
Court Sheriff Campground
Court Sheriff Campground is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir in Montana, offering year-round recreational activities. It is named after Court Sheriff, who moved to Montana in 1865 to work in the mines and later established a ...
Riverside Campground
Riverside Campground, situated 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, offers 27 paved campsites, a group picnic pavilion, and facilities like pit toilets and a boat ramp. It caters to campers, day users, and large groups, making it a popular spot for f...
Roadrunner RV Park
Indian Road Group Use Shelter
The Indian Road Group Use Shelter, located at the southern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir near Townsend, can host up to 75 people and is connected to the Indian Road campground. It features a 33' x 44' space with 8 picnic tables, 2 grills, and near...
Saltzman's Mobile Home and RV Park
The Silos Marina & Campground
Townsend / Canyon Ferry Lake KOA Journey
Crow Creek
Crow Creek campground features 8 campsites equipped with restrooms, tables, and fire rings, along with an information kiosk. It also includes a small area for off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding.
Eagle Guard Station
Eagle Guard Station, located in the Elkhorn Mountains of Montana, is a historic cabin built in 1895 that served as a ranger station and is now a rustic retreat. It is the oldest administrative log structure in the Helena National Forest and offers...
Rillway Cabin
Rillway Cabin, located in Helena National Forest near Townsend, Montana, was built between 1918 and 1922 and has historical ties to Dr. A.C. Kelly. Originally owned by the Averill and Hollaway families, it became known as "Rillway" by 1924. Today,...
White Earth Campground
White Earth Campground, situated near Winston, Montana, features the White Earth Group Use Shelter by Canyon Ferry Reservoir. This area is historically significant as it was traversed by the Lewis and Clark expedition in 1805, where Sacagawea prov...
Goose Bay Marina & Campground
Goose Bay Marina & Campground features three loops: the Rustic West Loop with 19 non-hook-up sites and beach access, the Central Loop with 31 sites (mostly electrical) and amenities like picnic pavilions and showers, and the East Loop offering...
Thompson Guard Station
Thompson Guard Station, built in 1954 in the Big Belt Mountain Range of Helena National Forest, originally served as a ranger station and later as lodging for engineering crews. Today, it offers a rustic getaway for relaxation and recreation, acce...
Miller Cabin
The Miller Creek Cabin is situated in the Townsend Ranger District of the Big Belt Mountains, Montana, at the junction of Confederate Gulch and Blacktail Roads. Access requires a high-clearance vehicle, but winter travel necessitates over-the-snow...
Hellgate Campground
Hellgate Campground is situated 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Highway 284. Historically, it was explored by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805, who praised its beauty. The area later attracted miners during the 1850s gold rush.
Strawberry Cabin
Strawberry Cabin, built in 1941 and located at 6,100 feet on Strawberry Butte in the Elkhorn Mountains, exemplifies rustic Forest Service log architecture with its C-46 one-room design by William Fox. The cabin features distinctive ventral saddle ...
Jo Bonner Campground
Jo Bonner Campground is situated at the northeastern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, and provides year-round recreational opportunities. Named after Josephine Agnes Martin Bonner, it is a small, charming campground...
Norwegian Wood Ranch
Cave Point Group Use Area
Cave Point Group Use Shelter is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Highway 284. It provides year-round recreational opportunities and is steeped in mining history, named after the early ...
Chinamen's Campground
Chinamen's Campground is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, and offers year-round recreational activities. The area has a historical background tied to the gold rush of the 1850s, attracting m...
Court Sheriff Campground
Court Sheriff Campground is situated at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir in Montana, offering year-round recreational activities. It is named after Court Sheriff, who moved to Montana in 1865 to work in the mines and later established a ...
Riverside Campground
Riverside Campground, situated 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, offers 27 paved campsites, a group picnic pavilion, and facilities like pit toilets and a boat ramp. It caters to campers, day users, and large groups, making it a popular spot for f...
Townsend, Montana
Find your perfect stay
The best deals for public & private campgrounds
Check availability & reserve your stay directly
Protect yourself from severe weather events
Frequently Asked Questions
Townsend has 104 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Norwegian Wood Ranch is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Townsend vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
Nearby cities
List your Campground, RV Park or Resort near Townsend on OutReserve
Do you own a campground or RV park near Townsend? List on OutReserve and connect with thousands of outdoor enthusiasts looking to stay in the area.
Free to List
Listing is completely free. You only pay a small commission when you receive a booking: no upfront costs, no hidden fees.
Reach Thousands
Connect with thousands of outdoor enthusiasts actively searching for their next camping adventure. Grow your bookings year-round.
Get Paid Fast
Receive payouts directly to your bank account after each stay. Fast, secure, and reliable so you can focus on your guests.