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Primrose Meadows

13 sites · Tents28 acres · Missoula, MT

We can’t wait to share our land with you! Get away from it all and get under the Big Sky. Close to the freeway for easy access but adjacent to over 200 acres of beautiful farmland, you’ll experience Montana’s wildlife and have beautiful Mountain views when you stay at Primrose Meadows. There are few trees in the property, it’s mostly rolling hills with some trails to walk and plenty of space between sites! This property has a railroad track that runs next to the property that sometimes toots it’s horn, if you’re a light sleeper this is something you should consider!We are close to Council Grove and Frenchtown Pond which are both great swimming holes! You can also coordinate with us for cross-country skiing or head to Snowbowl for local downhill skiing! We are close to Missoula should you need any services in town.

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The Sanctuary

63 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · Superior, MT

YIPPIE-KI-YAY WINTER IS OVER AND WE ARE OPEN WITH FULL SERVICES!! IT'S IN THE 70°S, 80°S, 90'S DURING THE DAY! Welcome Patriots of America and Canada! At the sanctuary you will find like-minded people that love our countries and love the outdoors! Remember you are in Montana, "while in Rome be a Roman", thus when in Montana be a Montanan! We love our land and we love our wild animals please respect both! We are a multipurpose off-grid campground. We have designated camping spots like all other commercial campgrounds, but we also have cabin rentals, we have multiple sized group campgrounds, we have bike camp for bicycles and motorcycles, we have off the grid wolf camps, and we have winter hunting camping. We offer restrooms and showers, we have an RV dump, we have steel safety fire pits, we have hiking trails with incredible views, we have ATV roads, and we have four wheel drive roads, we have volleyball and badminton courts. We also have the best views in all of Mineral County. Don't be fooled by other farmers and ranchers on hip camp that tell you to go over next to a swamp or a pond, or at riverbed and let your fend for yourself with no amenities and charge you more than we charge you. If you want to be pure off grid, we have our Wolf Camp Mountain, but at least you can come back to the main compound and get a shower and relax at the lodge. We are just 3 miles off of Interstate 90, exit 47, in the small town of Superior, Montana. We have 5 restaurants, 4 bars with 3 casinos. Darlows is a wonderful grocery store including full service deli, beer, wine, and liquor and five churches of different denominations. The Sanctuary is up the canyon mountain via Pardee Creek Road. We are backed up into 50K of USFS acreage! The Clark Fork River on edge of property provides boating, rafting, and fishing fun! Our property plus USFS property provides miles of hiking, ATV, horseback, motorcross roads and trails. There are three cabins to rent, 25 RV dry spaces, 4 Group areas, and can accommodate over 200 tents! Heat in the winter is wood stove. We have restrooms, showers, cooking facilities, and a lodge with satellite internet connection.

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Blue Mountain BaseCamp

1 site · RV1 acre · Missoula, MT

Nestled at the base of the majestic Blue Mountain, our property offers a great opportunity to camp with just a brief 0.23-mile stroll to the trailhead, granting easy access to trails awaiting your exploration. Trailside Convenience: The convenience of having a trailhead within reach, complete with a pit toilet. Our site: Camping within city limits of Missoula is limited to the KOA. Our site is perfect for those wanting a convenient place to camp with plans to head out to the trails or to Missoula. Our home is nestled on one acre with Ponderosa pine trees, Aspen, and Birch. We are located in a neighborhood and we have two kids and two friendly dogs. There is a photo of how close our site is to our house letting you know that when the Aspen trees have no leaves, the site is not as private as when they do. Perfect Balance: Located just 1.5 miles beyond Missoula city limits, our site strikes the perfect balance between access to nature and the city. Start your day with a refreshing hike, revel in the natural beauty, and then seamlessly transition into town for the city's offerings, all within easy reach. Whether you seek a quiet morning walk along scenic trails or desire the vibrancy of city life, our property serves as the ideal base for your Blue Mountain adventure. Experience the best of both worlds at Blue Mountain BaseCamp !

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Lochsa Lodge

5 sites · Lodging20 acres · ID

Lochsa Lodge is a four-season lodge in the heart of wild Idaho! We have 19 different cabins to choose from, some rustic with no plumbing and some fully furnished with private bathroom. The main lodge has a restaurant & tavern serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner daily. Open 365 days a year. Something happens when you get way, way off the beaten path. Time gets a little slower. Your to-do lists go out the window. Out here, it’s just you and the Great Wild West, and this place is every bit as epic as the stories say. The stars are brighter, the rivers are wilder, the air is clearer, the snow is deeper. Heck, even the mountains seem higher. Before you know it, you’ll remember what it’s like to just be you, a little piece of this big earth. You’ll get back to your true nature in no time.

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Clark Fork Hidaway

1 site · RV1 acre · Superior, MT

Clark Fork Hideaway is a beautiful river location. It has on site access to the river. RV pad is 70' long x 13' wide. It has electrical and water hook ups, but no sewer services on site. This is a back in pad only. The property surrounds the mountains and 900 feet of river front property. Walk down our driveway to the river for access to the river bank and to go fishing.

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Off The Beaten Path Glampground

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents21 acres · Plains, MT

Located in Beautiful Western Montana on the hill above the town of Plains. Spectacular views of the mountains and Clark Fork River. Extra large tent sites with no size restrictions. Price is based on 2 adults per tent site. Add $5 to the rates for each additional adult with a max of 4 adults per site. On site porta potty, hand washing station and drinking water. All sites including the domes are off grid. Car camping and rooftop camping are permitted. Motorcycles are also welcome, just be advised that the road uphill to the campground is gravel. Sorry no travel trailers or motorhomes are allowed. Pets are welcome at your tent site. Please do not let your pets roam the property or disturb other guests. We also have Glamping Geodesic domes for rent for those who prefer a nice comfortable bed and a little more shelter. We offer 12 tent sites located on 21 acres. Located midway between Kalispell and Missoula off of highway 200 & 28. 45 minutes to Flathead Lake, 90 minutes to Kalispell and Missoula. Less than 2 hours to Coeur d' Alene.

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God's Country Camping

1 site · RV, Tent12 acres · Lolo, MT

This property is so beautiful and peaceful no lights out here at night, just moonlight when it's out. Spring fed pond, Ponderosa pine trees, fallen white birch, rustic and gorgeous. Some of my camp spots are on rough terrain. I always suggest you get out and walk around to see what you can manage with your vehicle. The idea of my place is more wilderness camping, there is wildlife that comes around. RV camp spots on the east and west end of the pond. Camp spot out by the wooden round pen on the west side. Learn more about this land: Completely private, borders 2000 acres of a bird sanctuary. Two blocks from Bitterroot river canoeing, kayaking, fishing, swim, trails, hiking, scenery, wildlife. Spring fed pond on property for fishing, swimming and adventures. My pond is spring fed, which means that is goes up and down with the seasons and run off from the snow in the mountains. So as the summer goes on the pond levels go way down, please be aware of that.

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A Place of Tranquility

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents32 acres · Thompson Falls, MT

Whether you’re seeking adventure or solitude, you’ll find it here in Big Sky Country. From the jagged Rocky Mountains to the expansive Great Plains. Green Acres Ranch is home to some of the most beautiful wildlife in the country. The town of Thompson Falls is filled with friendly residents, affordable eatery’s and unique trinket shopping. It's a 20-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride to the famous High Bridge that takes you to the island into town, along with swimming and fishing. Need some space. You’ll find it on our green fields of 10 acres, or 5 acres of forest. Inviting the wild turkeys, geese, elk, eagles and deer. Views are filled with panoramic serene mountains and majestic blue skies. Portable toilets will not be available until the beginning of May and we've got The Best Drinking Water. ~Thank You~

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Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping

14 sites · Lodging25 acres · Alberton, MT

A sanctuary away from everyday life, where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Yurt has electricity, a wood stove for heat in winter, a beautiful outdoor kitchen and bathhouse, and a creek. Only 45 minutes from Missoula Montana. Games and books in the yurt. Cedar outhouse. Lots of extra to make for a truly remarkable glamping experience.

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Mission Mtn Horse Ranch Retreat

5 sites · RVs, Tents212 acres · Saint Ignatius, MT

We are an operating Farm/Ranch and Horse Facility. We offer not only camping but horsemanship lessons and incredible hospitality. We have not only a view of the mission mountains but the BEST view with both waterfalls in view. Our property sits off the road next to our peaceful hay field with wildlife, horses, donkeys, mules, milk cows and chickens galore! We cannot wait to meet you!

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Bucketlist #1

2 sites · RVs34 acres · Big Arm, MT

Drive-in, park, and begin enjoying all the crazy, fun, or just relaxing things you want out of your private lakefront property. You're on the shores of Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake, this side of the Mississippi, and home of Wildhorse Island, where the Boone and Crocket world record Bighorn Sheep was discovered, killed by winter weather. This 2160 acre island is also the home of deer, mountain lions, bears, several species of eagles, and wild horses. Day hiking is allowed and is a 5-minute boat ride from your beach spot. Just slightly over an hour to Glacier National Park and access to all the mountain lakes, rivers and streams to explore, you won't be bored. Right around the corner, you have access to a boat ramp at one of the state-owned Parks with public showers, if the lake water is too cold. If you want to make her an honest women, while you're here, you're staying on our wedding and event venue (www.flatheadlakeforevers) and we will help make that happen too. Tell us what you want and we'll help you make it happen. Pictures posted on this site are all from this 34 acre, 900 ft. of lake frontage venue. Don't miss this one. Sorry no more instant booking, we don't ever want another Tod on our property.

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Ridgeline Retreat

2 sites · RVs, Tents70 acres · Missoula, MT

My wife, Nicole, and I were so very fortunate to have found this place. The homestead consists of 70 acres of mountainous forest in the wild lands of Montana. The cabin is totally off the grid but provides every creature comfort one could hope for.

The best camping near Fish Creek State Park guide

Overview

About

For those seeking an adventure in the heart of nature, look no further than a Fish Creek State Park camping expedition. Encapsulating more than 5,600 acres, this vast landscape holds the title of the largest state park in western Montana. It's more than just a site, it's an open invitation to immerse in the charm of untouched wilderness and the echo of its riveting history.

As the dawn breaks over Williams Peak, the apex provides a commanding view of the park, the intricate Bitterroot mountain range, and the far-reaching Great Burn wilderness, a testament to the largest fire in regional history. From this vantage point, one can truly comprehend the past industry that shaped the forest's landscape and its resurgence. This unique blend of raw natural beauty and historical significance only enriches the Fish Creek camping experience.

Dive into the heart of the park, where you find the glistening emerald pools of Fish Creek, teeming with native trout species. Whether it's the bull trout or westslope cutthroat trout or the wild population of rainbows and browns, every fishing enthusiast finds a rewarding challenge.

But camping near Fish Creek State Park offers more than just a fishing expedition. It's a multi-faceted camping destination, promising a medley of recreational activities that thrill every nature enthusiast. Hiking trails that meander through the park, bountiful spots for berry picking, thrilling horseback rides, adrenaline-pumping OHV and snowmobiling on open roads, every corner offers a new way to enjoy your camping near Fish Creek.

Toward the end of the park lies an exciting surprise – the confluence of Fish Creek and the Clark Fork River, tucked away in the Alberton Gorge. Renowned for its superior whitewater rafting, it ensures that the excitement never ceases.

So, campers, it's time to answer the call of Fish Creek State Park – a place where the tranquil solitude of your campsite meets the thrill of outdoor adventures, a place where every camper finds their haven. It's more than a camping destination; it's your next unforgettable journey into the heart of the wilderness.

When to go

The best time to visit Fish Creek State Park is during the warmer months, from late spring to early fall, when all park facilities are fully operational. Winter brings a serene beauty, but be prepared for cold weather and limited access.

Know before you go

Check the latest park alerts and closures before your visit to ensure a smooth experience.
Remember to practice Leave No Trace principles to preserve the park's natural beauty.
Wildlife is abundant, so keep a safe distance and store food securely.
Pets are allowed in the park, but they must be on a leash at all times.
For any inquiries, contact the park at 406-542-5500.