The best camping near Granite Ghost Town State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Granite Ghost Town State Park adventure.

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Oxen-Le-Fields Montana

3 sites · Lodging6 acres · Conner, MT

Welcome to Oxen-Le-Fields Montana! With one cozy cabin and two 12 x 14' glamping tents, our 6 sunny acres are surrounded by the Bitterroot National Forest. Whether you're hunting, hiking, or just looking for a quiet getaway, the camp offers remarkable views including an abundance of wildlife, Sula Peak, and forest hills as far as the eye can see. Nestled against the national forest, we have direct access to forest roads that go for miles. Come discover the beauty of the Bitterroot at Oxen-Le-Fields Montana. Nearby attractions include: • Bitterroot National Forest (immediate access) • Bitterroot River (1/2 mile) • Sula Peak Lookout (5 miles) • Lost Trail Ski Resort (16 miles) • PRCA rodeos in Darby (13 miles) • Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge (57 miles) • Daly Mansion in Hamilton (34 miles) • Lake Como (17 miles) • Chief Joseph Ranch, site of Yellowstone TV series (14 miles) • Big Hole National Battlefield (33 miles)

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South Valley RV Site - Riverfront

4 sites · RVs2 acres · Darby, MT

Located on the Bitterroot River in Darby, Montana. Step out of your RV and into the river! Enjoy peace and solitude, knowing you will have the entire property to yourself. The town of Darby is a mile from the property. Beautiful river views and views of the Bitterroot and Sapphire mountains. Watch the river and wildlife, relax, adventure, and enjoy! Steps from the Yellowstone Dutton ranch from the television show Yellowstone. Full hookups, including 50 amp power, water, and septic.

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Hidden Meadow Ranch

2 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Deer Lodge, MT

Small irrigated ranch in the Deer Lodge Valley, surrounded by mountains, access to public lands and beautiful scenery. East side of acreage has the Clark Fork River running through it, even though the neighbors are close still lots of privacy. Enjoy blue ribbon fishing and access to lots of fresh air and scenery.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent next to the Clark Fork River, 7 miles from Deer Lodge, MT. Site provides a handmade rock fire ring and willows for privacy. Fire may not be available if it is dry conditions. Good fishing right out of your tent, short drive to several acres of public ground, ATV access, hiking, and mountain biking. This is an 80-acre working ranch with cows, sheep and hay so you may have to drive through the cows and you may have to deal with cowpies :-). Great cell service and private property on both sides, easy access to campsite. 10-minute drive to historic Grant Kohrs Ranch, old prison museum and many other unique Montana experiences.

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Gunslinger Gulch Ghost Town

29 sites · RVs, Tents52 acres · Anaconda, MT

This 1880s era mining & ghost town converted lodging & event center is the perfect place to live out your cowboy/cowgirl dreams and experience the Old West. We offer all the modern amenities we have come accustomed to, yet maintain the original appearance of being transported back in time. Available for film production rental, weddings, retreats, reunions or any special event. Dry camping and horse camping available in addition to our amazing units.

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Bitterroot Panorama

1 site · RV20 acres · Stevensville, MT

**Have friends or family that want to tag along? I have added an extra to allow for extra campers at the same site. See the extras section for details.** Resting in the foothills of the sapphire mountains, just outside the town of Stevensville Montana, this beautiful 20 acre property is conveniently located halfway between Hamilton and Missoula; it is also a good midway point between Yellowstone and Glacier national parks. The outdoor activities are endless. Biking, hiking, fishing, swimming, hunting, trail riding, snow skiing and more are all within reach. Deer, turkey, osprey, killdeer, nighthawks, and eagles frequent the property as well as the occasional elk herd; and the Lee Metcalf wildlife refuge is about 15 minutes away. The property sits about 400’ above the valley floor; giving spectacular panoramic views of the bitterroot valley and mountains, as well as incredible sunsets. The paved road ends about 1 mile before the property, the remaining mile is a gravel road. There is also a one lane bridge right before you get to the property. Firewood is available for use at no charge. Sewer hookup has not been run to the site yet but if you have a portable tank, or want to pull the camper over to the house, it can be dumped as needed beside the garage; just ask and I can show you where the pipe is. There is a nema 14-50 hookup providing 50 amp power at the site; if needed I do have a 50 to 30 amp adapter you can borrow during your stay. Water hookup is also available at the site, but may be limited in freezing weather. If temperatures are to cold we can turn on the water to fill your tank as needed and then blow the line back out. If you need to borrow a potable water hose let me know as i keep those in the garage unless needed. There is a non-potable water hose that is available at the site, with a spray nozzle, incase you need to rinse or wash off gear, vehicles, etc. SpaceX Starlink high speed internet is available via WiFi. You can also charge your electric vehicle, if needed, with the power at the campsite or I have another nema 14-50 plug available at the garage of the main house. Be sure to let me know if you will need the plug at the garage so I can make sure it is accessible. If you have other questions feel free to contact me and I will do my best to answer them. ****The first 10 photos were posted by me and are taken from the actual hipcamp spot. Photos posted by guests may be from the spot or surrounding areas****

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Mile High Mountain Homestead

2 sites · Lodging20 acres · Helmville, MT

We are officially open for the 2024 season! Located in the Garnet Mountains of Montana, we offer beautiful views and wildlife viewing all the while providing you with a homestead experience . We offer a homestead tour of our place and enjoy some greens from our gardens and visit our goats and rabbits and purchase some fresh cheese and milk to take back to your tent too . The price includes the use of the wood fired hot tub for an evening soak with a beautiful private view of the mountains and small lake . Enjoy a hand made fresh baked pizza to order from our homestead, 15”for $35 , or just come and relax and enjoy your views We love to share our experiences with our guests! There is also a luxurious outdoor shower to wash off all that campfire smell , as well! So come enjoy some high mountain glamping with us and discover just how peaceful it is in our neck of the Garnet mountains! Visit us on instagram! @milehighmountainhomestead

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Hawk And Fox Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent86 acres · Clinton, MT

Just a little piece of paradise just minutes from the Clark Fork and Rock Creek. 17 miles from downtown Missoula . We back up to 33,000 acres of state and federal land with endless possibilities. We have two ponds and hiking trails from fire roads to back country bushwhacking.. we have access to drift boats or rental cars. Anything to make your trip great

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Mile High Mountain Homestead

1 site · RV, Tent20 acres · Helmville, MT

Beautiful 20 acre homestead, surrounded by the Garnet Mountains. We have beautiful small lakes where you can observe wild life and migratory water fowl and beautiful song birds and go on small walks around the lakes or take your mountain bike or e-bike and enjoy a ride on the ranch roads surrounding the area. Come on over to our homestead and take a small tour of our greenhouse and gardens, we have seasonal produce to sell and rabbits to pet! We sell farm fresh eggs and raw goats milk and soft goat cheeses! We also have hand crafted lip balms with essential oils and we welcome you to enjoy our fire pit area and wood fired hot tub, all the while viewing the small lakes around our homestead. The Hot Tub is an extra charge of $20. We also have a luxurious outdoor hot water shower available for use as well! Reserve the hot tub at check in! Come prepared! We are in grizzly country , BE BEAR AWARE! All campers need to keep all ice chests and food away from their tents and in their cars when not using them! This is grizzly and black bear country, keep all cooking utensils , dog food and pans , in your vehicle when not in use! Very important to obey the bear rules and stay safe! Thank you and we want you to have a safe and enjoyable camp out! Please be advised to follow these directions to the campsite grounds, the google map takes you to the wrong entrance and we have had issues getting this changed. As you come into Drummond, head to Helmville road , turn right and follow this road that parallels I-90, then turn left onto highway 271 to Helmville. So follow highway 271 towards Helmville , at 13.1 miles , turn right onto Weaver hill crossing a cattle guard. Go up the hill and follow the road and keep to the left of the first Y and continue on for 3.5 miles until you come to the second large Y and stay to the right of it. Continue on for another 3.2 miles un til you see a green chimney lakes sign and turn right and continue in on to our driveway! There is no cell service up here , so you will have to connect to our Wi-Fi when you arrive, to be able to call or text out. Please use your trip counter in your car or truck to help you with mileage. Remember to save these directions before you loose cell service!😊

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BAR - 01 Ranch

4 sites · RVs60 acres · Ramsay, MT

The BAR 0 1 hipcamp is brand new The bar 01 hip camp will be closed for the winter months starting October 1st will reopen April 1st which features approximately 60 acres of beautifully secluded campsites situated around a 2 acre reservoir. Property is conveniently located 3 miles from the intersection of I-90 and I-15. Directions: • West on I-90 from the intersection of I-90 and I-15 2 miles to the Ramsay exit 216. • Continue West on N Ramsay Rd 1 mile to 805 N Ramsay Rd. • Turn right onto the upper gravel road and continue north 1/2 mile to the campsites. Camping sites: • No tents, self contained only • Numbers 1 through 4 will accommodate large RVs or motorhomes. Other things to note: • Large spaces •No electric, water, or sewage. •No trash pickup • Pack-it-in, Pack-it-out • Stay on gravel, if wet All campers must be able to provide for themselves.

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Moose Owl Meadows

3 sites · RVs2 acres · Anaconda, MT

A quiet neighborhood with an alpine feel, just minutes from Georgetown Lake and forest trails for boating, paddling, hiking, biking and more! Enjoy the fresh mountain air, pine trees galore and local wildlife on this peaceful parcel. The friendly towns of Anaconda and Philipsburg are both within 20 minutes drive.

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In The Pines: 5 off grids / folf

7 sites · Lodging, Tents20 acres · Bonner, MT

6 hole folf course 0 electricity, appliances, or refrigeration 5 structures on the property Bring your own dishes and silverware 1 community outdoor shower spotty cell service 2 free standing restrooms 1 cafe 5 miles away 5 miles off main road, the last 2 are a bit bumpy It's just minimalism and simple quality. You're welcome to unwind at our little family escape on your way to wherever. Follow the written directions. Google maps is not always reliable. Our retreat is small and quiet with only two cabins; the 570 Sq/ft Beartooth and 200 sq/ft Trapper. And three tent platforms that have a propane fire feature. All experiences are listed separately through Hipcamp. Every traveler will experience… …a queen and full bed in each accommodation – with the exception of the Trapper which has one queen bed. Though you will need to make your own mealtime accommodations, you will find enough in-cabin water, coffee, and tea to start each day on the right foot. A small grill is also provided. Remember, it’s a simple retreat so don’t forget ample bottled water, paper plates, cutlery, and everything else you need before you come in from town. You're dusk and dawn can be lit by the solar lights and small propane heaters will take the chill from the early mornings. But hey - it's hybrid, right? We provide the shelter...you pack like a happy camper. This is a camping experience, but in the area… …you will find Potomac Bar and Grill just 10 minutes away where you will find a wonderful rural café that offers every meal of the day. Fifteen minutes north, you will find Paws Up which offers extravagant dining experiences. Twenty-five minutes further you will find the town of Seeley Lake which offers all you would expect from a quaint Montana rural community. And, of course, 35 minutes south you will find Missoula and all that Missoula is. You can learn more about In The Pines, MT through finding us on Instagram. A few regs for all of us to keep in mind: No RVs – parking is limited No pets Please no media cast through external speakers

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Bitterroot Farm Camping

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Corvallis, MT

Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Bitterroot Valley and embrace the farm life experience on our small family farm. Nestled on the East side of the valley, slightly above the valley floor, our farm offers breathtaking vistas of sunrises over the Sapphire Mountains and sunsets over the Bitterroot Mountain Range. Situated in a rural farming area, our 5-acre property sits at the end of a private road, providing a tranquil and secluded retreat. Explore our expansive yard and pasture, where you'll encounter a delightful array of farm animals including horses, chickens, ducks, rabbits, farm cats, and friendly farm dogs. Wander through our bountiful vegetable garden and vibrant flower gardens, and keep an eye out for local wildlife such as deer, hawks, owls, killdeer, and other resident birds. Choose from several campsites tailored to accommodate RVs, trailers, tents, and LQ horse trailers. Our grassy, open pasture area offers easy access and flexibility for various setups. While leveling your trailer may be necessary depending on your chosen spot, rest assured that power and water hookups are available from the pedestal. Although sewer hookups are not currently available, we're happy to provide information and assistance as needed. Unwind in the evenings around the firepit, where wood is provided for your enjoyment under the starlit sky. The Bitterroot Valley beckons with a plethora of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, boating, golfing, trail riding, and wildlife and bird watching. The nearby Bitterroot River offers fantastic fishing opportunities just 10 minutes from our farm, while hiking trails are conveniently located within 5 to 20 minutes. Explore charming towns such as Corvallis, Hamilton, and Stevensville, each offering their own historic charm and attractions, including the Lee Metcalf Wildlife Refuge. For groups of friends or family traveling together, please refer to the extras section for additional accommodations. If you're traveling with your horses, rest assured there's plenty of room—simply check out the extras section for more details.

The best camping near Granite Ghost Town State Park guide

Overview

About

Several thousand miners once lived at Granite Ghost Town, a former profitable mine where upwards of $40 million of silver generated immense wealth in the 1870s. Walking the old buildings and encampment is a trip back in time, but the drive is often the highlight of this trip, beginning in the historic town of Philipsburg. Here, visitors can mine for sapphires and visit the town’s iconic brewery before driving the dirt road to Granite Ghost Town. Wildlife is often visible from the road and the ghost town yields wonderful views of the surrounding forests. Although Granite Ghost Town State Park has no camping, a number of campgrounds and Hipcamps can be found nearby.

Notable campgrounds

Best for mountain bikers: Rumsey Bike Camp has tent and campervan sites with access to mountain bike and hiking trails.
Best for history buffs: Gunslinger Ghost Town has 25 dry campsites situated in another nearby historic ghost town.
Best for adventure: Red Lion Basecamp is set in a remote mountain region with exceptional recreational opportunities.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Private campsites are booked on a reservation basis. During the summer months, campsites fill quickly in Philipsburg and the surrounding area, as this is a popular destination for anglers and tourists.
Granite Ghost Town is adjacent to national forest lands with numerous first-come, first-served campgrounds available. Look to Flint Creek and Rock Creek for convenient camping options, or check out US Forest Service cabins.

When to go

Access to Granite Ghost Town is limited to a dirt road, and access can be difficult in bad weather conditions. The road generally remains open in winter, but snow and ice can require a 4x4 vehicle to access. For the average visitor, the road is best during summer and fall before the snow arrives. The park itself is officially open from Memorial Day through the end of September, but hunters and other recreational users share the road beyond the park’s opening and closing dates.

Know before you go

Granite Ghost Town is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out park, and no public services are available. Use restrooms in Philipsburg and bring your own water and snacks when visiting.
Open mine shafts, pits, and hazards exist in this area. Walk only on developed pathways, follow the self-guided tour information, and be cautious about dangers around the mining camp.
The road to the ghost town is narrow, so drivers should exercise caution. Only visit when the roadway is dry and safe to travel.