Indian Trees Campground
Indian Trees Campground is a quiet place to stay 3/4 miles off of Highway 93 in the mountains of southwest Montana. It provides access to a number of enjoyable recreational activities, as well as the vast scenery of the rugged Bitterroot National Forest. The area boasts wild game, high quality water and wild and scenic rivers.
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Site mix
| RV, no hookups | 14 |
| Walk-in | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | Walk-in | Partial | 6 / – | Yes | ||||
| 003 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | RV | Back-in | 70 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 007 | RV | Pull-through | 100 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | RV | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 10 / 2 | 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
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 75 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Accessibility | Site 006 is listed accessible |
The campground offers 15 single-family campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Most sites can accommodate up to 10 people and two vehicles, however, one site can accommodate up to 15 people. Site #6 is accessible, while Site #2 is designated for use by bicyclists. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A campground host is on-site. Utility hookups are not available.
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 | $15/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle |
| Rules | Camping limited to 16 consecutive days. Quiet hours: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pets must be leashed. |
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Getting there
From Sula, travel 6 miles south on Highway 93, then 1 mile southwest on Forest Road 729. Road to campground is gravel, but the campground and parking spurs are paved.
| Nearest town | Sula Ranger District, Montana |
| Coordinates | 45.7558° N, 113.9542° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedScf Nz Pile Burn Rx
10 mi from the campground · 34 acres
- PrescribedRx D3 Cameron Gaps
11 mi from the campground · 1,100 acres
- PrescribedRx D4 Piquett Creek
14 mi from the campground · 2,210 acres
- WildfireSand Creek
33 mi from the campground · 35,520 acres · 83% contained
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 ↗ | 37 mi |
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Worth a stop
Popular Lost Trail Hot Springs is located less than a half-mile from the campground. Unlike the majority of natural hot springs, Lost Trail lacks sulfur, making it odorless and very comfortable for swimming. A general store and lodging is located in Sula Store, about 5 miles north.
- 0.5 miNee Me Poo Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.8 miWarm Springs Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miLewis and Clark NHT ↗2.3 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 0.5 miNez Perce NHT (nee-Me-Poo) ↗3.1 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 1.1 miSouth of Waugh Gulch ↗2.3 mi trail
- 1.4 miPorcupine Saddle0.7 mi trail
- 1.4 miWaugh Gulch ↗1.3 mi trail
- 1.4 miGibbons Pass ↗1.7 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.5 miNee Me Poo Trailhead ↗Bitterroot National Forest
- 1.4 miPorcupine Saddle 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 Bitterroot National Forest.
- inBitterroot National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,664,512 acres
- 2.9 miBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,614,456 acres
- 12.6 miSalmon-Challis National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 4,396,382 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Medicine Point LookoutBuilding · Darby · 8.3 mi
- McCart Fire LookoutStructure · Sula · 14.5 mi
Natural features
The campground is conveniently located near Highway 93, at an elevation of about 5,100 feet. It is named for the numerous scarred ponderosa pine trees in the area. Native American populations that once lived in or frequented the area stripped the trees of bark to expose and extract the tree's sweet cambium layer for food. The trees remain historically significant and provide shade to the campground.
Recreation
Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. A number of trails can be accessed near the campground, including the Nez Perce National Historic Trail and the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. The Nez Perce NHT is a 3.1-mile trail begins near the turnoff to the campground and follows a portion of the original Nez Perce route. Explorers in the early 1800s also used the route, and wagon ruts are still visible along parts of the trail. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is also nearby. Fishing is available in nearby Camp Creek. Anglers will find mostly cutthroat trout but other species are available. A variety of wildlife, including big game like mule and white-tailed deer, elk and moose, makes its home in the area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Indian Trees Campground?
Sites at Indian Trees Campground 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 Indian Trees Campground?
$15/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Indian Trees Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Indian Trees Campground have?
15 sites, including 14 RV sites without hookups and 1 walk-in site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Indian Trees Campground?
The longest site here provides 75 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there accessible sites at Indian Trees Campground?
Site 006 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 Indian Trees Campground?
Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Indian Trees Campground?
Sula Ranger District, Montana. Popular Lost Trail Hot Springs is located less than a half-mile from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Indian Trees Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Crazy Creek Campground (6.7 mi, first-come), Warm Springs Campground (7.3 mi, first-come), and Spring Gulch (7.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby