Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Cardwell, MT
Nestled near the stunning Tobacco Root Mountains, Cardwell, MT offers a diverse array of camping options that cater to every outdoor enthusiast. For RV campers, the nearby Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park features spacious, scenic RV sites equipped with amenities and access to hiking trails, making it ideal for families. Tent camping aficionados can explore the charming Cottonwood Campground along the Jefferson River, where serene waters and surrounding forests create a perfect backdrop for a peaceful retreat. For those seeking a more rustic experience, dispersed camping opportunities abound in the national forests surrounding Cardwell, allowing for cherished solitude amid pristine wilderness. Wildlife enthusiasts will relish the chance to spot deer, elk, and a variety of birds, while local geography, with its rugged mountains and shimmering waterways, invites exploration through hiking, fishing, and picnicking. Whether you prefer the convenience of an RV, the simplicity of tent camping, or the adventure of dispersed sites, Cardwell's natural beauty promises an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Lewis & Clark Caverns Campground is part of Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park in Montana (50 min west of Bozeman, MT) with an elevation of 4,261 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 40 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 36 and 76 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 18 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $8.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Missouri Headwaters Campground is part of Missouri Headwaters State Park in Montana (32 min northwest of Bozeman, MT) with an elevation of 4,048 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is open all year. 16 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $14.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Little Bear Cabin is located in the Bozeman Ranger District, Custer Gallatin National Forest (58 min southwest of Bozeman, MT) with an elevation of 7,552 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $65.00 per night. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, hiking trails.
White Earth Campground in Lewis and Clark County is located 35 min east of Helena, MT with an elevation of 3,809 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid September. 32 sites can accommodate RVs between 30 and 110 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $10.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Fox Creek Cabin is located in the Bozeman Ranger District, Custer Gallatin National Forest (1 hr 14 min south of Bozeman, MT) with an elevation of 6,623 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Hellgate Campground in Lewis and Clark County is located 39 min east of Helena, MT with an elevation of 3,838 feet. There are a total of 72 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $170.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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