Three Sisters Group Site
Three Sisters Group Site is located within the Lake Como Recreation Area on the Darby Ranger District of the Bitterroot National Forest. The group site, which is located across the road from the Rock Creek Horse Camp, is situated among the pine trees and is adjacent to the outlet of Lake Como.
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Site mix
| group shelter nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Sisters Group Site | Partial | No / – | 75 / – | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $75.00 per reserved day/night and $5.00 additional vehicle charge applies when more than 8 vehicles. Self service fee station on site. |
| Accessibility | Site Three Sisters Group Site is listed accessible |
- Three Sisters Group Site has a 20’x30’ pavilion, equipped with 6 picnic tables, 1 BBQ grill, and 2 serving tables. The site also has benches around a fire ring, two outhouses, and accommodations for 25 vehicles. The maximum number of people allowed at the site is 75. Water, electricity, and firewood are not available at the site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May |
| Forest | Bitterroot National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve a site by visiting Recreation.gov or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777). |
| Fees | $75 for 22 hour period (Check-in is at 2 p.m. Check-out at noon). |
| Rules | Camping limited to 5 consecutive days. Quiet hours: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pets must be leashed. No pets or glass allowed on the beach or in the swim area. |
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Getting there
From Darby, Montana, continue north on Highway 93 for 4 miles. Turn west onto County Road 82/Lake Como Road. Follow signs to the Lake Como Recreation Area and continue West past Forest Road 1111 towards the Boat launch, to the site which is on the North side or right hand side of the road.
| Coordinates | 46.0643° N, 114.2321° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx D4 Piquett Creek
15 mi from the campground · 2,210 acres
- PrescribedRx D3 Cameron Gaps
19 mi from the campground · 1,100 acres
- PrescribedScf Nz Pile Burn Rx
34 mi from the campground · 34 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Hamilton RV Sales Of Montana ↗ | 14.8 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- 14.4 miTwin Lakes Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miRock Creek ↗14.8 mi trail
- 0.8 miComo Lake ↗3 mi trail
- 1 miShannon Gulch1.7 mi trail
- 1 miWaddell ↗2.9 mi trail
- 2.3 miBunkhouse0.3 mi trail
- 2.3 miLittle Rock Creek ↗4.6 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.4 miRock Creek Trailhead ↗Bitterroot National Forest
- 0.7 miLake Como National Recreation Trailhead ↗Bitterroot National Forest · Season May
- 2.3 miLittle Rock Creek Trailhead ↗Bitterroot National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, which overlaps Bitterroot National Forest.
- inSelway-Bitterroot Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 1,347,644 acres
- inBitterroot National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,664,512 acres
- 10.3 miNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 4,072,795 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The group site is located near the East end of 913-acre Lake Como in the central Bitterroot Mountains of western Montana. It is situated at an elevation of 4,245 feet and is primarily used for meetings, reunions, weddings and family gatherings, as it can accommodate a larger group of people. A variety of wildlife and birds can be seen around the area and its surroundings. Osprey, bald eagles, deer, moose, elk and bears make their home in the area (learn about outdoor safety ).
Recreation
Boating, fishing, swimming and other water sports are popular on Lake Como. Anglers might see rainbow and cutthroat trout, as well as kokanee salmon, among other alpine species. A boat ramp and parking area are available at the south side of the lake. A large, sandy beach is available to visitors at the North side of the lake. To the West of the site on the North side, a short walk will take visitors to a trailhead that begins a 7-mile loop trail around Lake Como. The Lake Como National Recreation Loop Trail is suitable for hiking, mountain biking and accessing the lake for swimming or picnics. The first quarter-mile of the trail is wheelchair accessible and the trail also crosses Rock Creek at one point. Approximately 3.5 miles from the site, at the West end of the lake, is a magnificent waterfall that cascades over fern-covered rock cliffs. A trail continues from the waterfall, or heads west up Rock Creek, into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Three Sisters Group Site?
Sites at Three Sisters Group Site are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reserve a site by visiting Recreation.gov or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777). Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Three Sisters Group Site?
$75.00 per reserved day/night and $5.00 additional vehicle charge applies when more than 8 vehicles. Self service fee station on site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Three Sisters Group Site?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Three Sisters Group Site have?
1 site, including 1 group shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Three Sisters Group Site?
Yes, pets are allowed at Three Sisters Group Site. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Three Sisters Group Site?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Camping limited to 5 consecutive days.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Three Sisters Group Site?
Site Three Sisters Group Site is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Three Sisters Group Site?
Boating, fishing, swimming and other water sports are popular on Lake Como. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Three Sisters Group Site is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rock Creek Horse Camp (0.1 mi, first-come), Lake Como Campground (0.3 mi, first-come), and Three Frogs Campground (0.8 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby