Holter Lake Campground

4.1·174 reviews
·Chain of Lakes

Overview

Holter Lake Campground is situated on the picturesque Holter Lake in west central Montana. The site is located approximately 45 miles north of Helena, Montana, along the Missouri River. The area offers stunning views of the Sleeping Giant Wilderness Study Area. Gates of the Mountains Historic Site is in close proximity of the campground, which is accessible via a watercraft. The area is overflowing with outdoor adventure opportunities. Whether you're into fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, hiking, boating, water skiing, or all of the above, all of these activities are in close proximity to Holter Lake Campground. There is surely an activity for everyone!

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (47 of 56 campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 2:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 11:00 am)

  • Driveway Entry

    (42 of 56 campsites have Driveway Entry)

  • Firepit

    (33 of 56 campsites have Firepit)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 10)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 3)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (33 of 56 campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (24 of 56 campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (All campsites have Site Acceses)

Natural Features

Overview of BLM Holter Lake Campground with dock system in the foreground. Large paved parking lot and boat ramp adjacent to the docks. Campground in the background available to accomodate RVs and tents. - Credits: BLM
BLM Holter Lake Campground entrance sign - Credits: BLM
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Every campsite has a view of the lake and mountains. The campground and day-use area has poplar and green ash trees throughout the campground, which provide shade during the height of the summer. The site is situated in a shrub-steppe landscape, mostly comprised of sage brush and bunch grasses. The campground is surrounded by sparsely wooded hills.

Recreation

Overview of BLM Holter Lake Campground with dock system in the foreground. Large paved parking lot and boat ramp adjacent to the docks. Campground in the background available to accomodate RVs and tents. - Credits: BLM

Holter Lake Campground offers excellent recreational opportunities. Activities in the area include camping, boating (motorized and non-motorized), fishing, water skiing, hiking, scenic/wildlife photography, wildlife viewing, and bird watching. There are trails within the general vicinity, as well as multiple fishing access sites and hunting access points. The recreation opportunities in the area are truly boundless.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 30ft

  • boat-Up to 30ft

  • tent-N/A

  • trailer-Up to 30ft

  • vehicle-Up to 30ft

  • 5th wheel-Up to 30ft

  • camper van-Up to 30ft

  • pickup camper-Up to 30ft

  • pop up camper-Up to 30ft

Nearby Attractions

Holter Lake Campground is located in a prime location to get out and recreate outdoors. There is access to public lands, where multiple recreation opportunities and experiences are available. The campground is adjacent to the Missouri River, which was also the historical travel corridor for The Lewis and Clark Trail. Holter Lake Campground is situated between Helena and Great Falls. 

In Helena, there are great restaurants, museums, the capitol building, old mining settlements, Last Chance Gulch, Reeder's Alley, and a vibrant downtown area. In or near Great Falls, there is the First People's Buffalo Jump and Interpretive Center, Charlie Russell museum, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Giant Springs Fish Hatchery and State Park, and Tower Rock State Park. The Continental Divide Trail is nearby.

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