Montana camping is about as good as camping gets, especially if you like natural landscapes that can take your breath away. Montana campgrounds can be found throughout the state, and while some of them are private and boast some good amenities, others are primitive and offer little to nothing in the way of perks. For some, lacking creature comforts is what camping in Montana is all about. For others, sacrificing as few creature comforts as possible is ideal. Whatever you prefer, there are Montana campgrounds that can meet your needs. Camping in Montana is a good way to save money when it comes to lodging costs, and while that's not the main reason many people enjoy it, it's a nice bonus.

Sharing stories around a campfire and getting back to the simpler things in life are just some of the joys of Montana camping. When it comes time to get out and explore, most Montana campgrounds have you close to numerous attractions and recreational havens. Big Sky is a destination that is full of recreational opportunities, and if you're not keen on staying at one of the Big Sky hotels, you can head to one of the local campgrounds. The Greek Creek Campground, the Moose Creek Flat Campground, and the Red Cliff Campground can all be found near Big Sky, and each offers public toilets and firewood, among other things. The Red Cliff Campground has more campsites than the other Big Sky campgrounds do, so it fills up a bit more slowly. Four of the campsites at the Red Cliff Campground are set up for picnicking if that piques your interest. You can pick up groceries and find food service just four miles away from the campsites here, and electricity is available for a small fee.

Some of the most popular campsites in Montana can be found in the northwestern part of the state, toward the towns of Bigfork, Kalispell, and Whitefish. You're close to Glacier National Park when you do your Montana camping in this area, and that's just one reason to drop on in for a bit. While you can go camping near Glacier National Park, you might just as well consider going camping inside the park's boundaries. When camping in Glacier National Park, you can choose to find a backcountry site that is free from any kinds of amenities, or you can choose a frontcountry spot, which is generally safer and closer to amenities and services. Should you want to go backcountry camping in Glacier National Park, as is the case at Yellowstone National Park, you will have to get a permit first. The Bowman Lake Campground is just one of the many campgrounds in Glacier National Park, and if you like fishing, kayaking, or canoeing, you'll enjoy the lakeside location. Just don't forget your bug spray if you go camping in Montana, especially near water, as the mosquitos can be quite fierce. The campsites at Bowman Lake are pretty simple, so if you want more in the way of facilities and amenities, you might look elsewhere.

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The Yellowstone River Campground, which can be found near Billings, is just one of the many private Montana campgrounds that you can consider. The private Montana campgrounds are ideal for those who want to have facilities and services close by, and since they boast a lot of perks, families will do well to give them a look. In addition to a gift shop that features gifts made in Montana, the Yellowstone River Campground also boasts a dump for your trash, a swimming pool, a hot tub, wireless internet access, laundry facilities, pay phones, a playground, picnic sites, a public restroom, a recreation room, showers, water, and RV hookups, so it can effectively meet a range of tastes and preferences. Another good thing about this campsite is the fact that it features a nature path which leads to the Yellowstone River. If you are looking to do some Montana fishing, the Yellowstone River is one of the most ideal fly-fishing rivers in the country.