Piney Campground And Boat Launch
Piney Campground is adjacent to Georgetown Lake and provides ideal access to fishing, boating and water skiing. It is located in the Pintler Ranger District of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. Surrounded by mountains of outstanding beauty, the location is perfect for visitors who enjoy mountain and water sports or those who prefer relaxing and taking in the spectacular view.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
17 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | None | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 011 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 6 / 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 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | There is a $17.00 per night fee for this campground. There is a $5 day use fee per-vehicle for the boat launch if not camping, and a $5 fee for extra vehicles. The $50.00 season pass includes this site for boat launch use. The season pass is good for Grassy, Piney, Philipsburg Bay, and Red Bridge. |
| Accessibility | Accessible Facilities: Toilet |
The campground has 46 campsites in total. 17 campsites can be reserved in advance and 29 campsites are available as first-come, first-served. Reservable sites are in Loop A, and Loop B is first-come, first-served. This campground welcomes RV or tent camping and is boater-friendly with paved roads and a boat ramp nearby. The campground features drinking water pumps and vault toilets. The sites include picnic tables and fire rings.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest |
| Booking | To make reservations, call toll free 1-877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov. |
| Fees | There is a $17.00 per night fee for this campground. There is a $5 day use fee per-vehicle for the boat launch if not camping, and a $5 fee for extra vehicles. The $50.00 season pass includes this site for boat launch use. The season pass is good for Grassy, Piney, Philipsburg Bay, and Red Bridge. |
| Rules | 16 day stay limit; Food Storage Requirements |
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Getting there
From Hwy 1 take Georgetown Lake Road over dam. Follow signs; Piney will be 2 miles on your left.
| Coordinates | 46.1956° N, 113.3022° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx D3 Cameron Gaps
34 mi from the campground · 1,100 acres
- WildfireSand Creek
44 mi from the campground · 35,520 acres · 83% contained
- PrescribedScf Nz Pile Burn Rx
49 mi from the campground · 34 acres
- PrescribedRx D4 Piquett Creek
49 mi from the campground · 2,210 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 ↗ | 41.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
The towns of Anaconda and Philipsburg are nearby and the campground is adjacent to Georgetown Lake. Discovery Ski Area is close by with lift-access mountain biking.
- 1.3 miPebble Beach Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.8 miLodgepole Ridge Ski3.8 mi trail
- 2 miPeterson Meadow Snowmobile ↗4.5 mi trail
- 2.2 miLodgepole Connect Ski1.3 mi trail
- 2.7 miEast Fork Snowmobile ↗13.2 mi trail
- 2.7 miBlodgett Snowmobile ↗11.2 mi trail
- 3.3 miRed Lion Snowmobile ↗15.6 mi trail
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
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest begins about 5.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 5.8 miBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,614,456 acres
- 9.9 miAnaconda Pintler Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 158,712 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
- Miners Union HallBuilding · Philipsburg · 8.8 mi
- Superintendent's HouseBuilding · Philipsburg · 8.8 mi
- M. E. Doe HouseBuilding · Philipsburg · 9.2 mi
Natural features
The campground overlooks the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. Georgetown Lake is a large mountain lake spanning close to 3,000 acres at an elevation of over 6,000 ft. Lodgepole pines enclose the lake and surrounding mountains, providing a home to abundant wildlife including moose, elk, white-tailed deer and even bighorn sheep. Water birds such as the graceful blue heron as well as hawks and other birds of prey also inhabit the lake area.
Recreation
Canoeing and boating are popular activities at the lake. Hikers, horseback riders and mountain bikers will find no shortage of trails within a few miles of the campground. Georgetown Lake is a prime destination for fishing and fly fishing with kokanee salmon, rainbow and brook trout being the most sought-after species. It is illegal to target Bull Trout, if caught they must be released immediately with minimal handling. Participants must have Montana licenses to hunt or fish.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
There is a $17.00 per night fee for this campground. There is a $5 day use fee per-vehicle for the boat launch if not camping, and a $5 fee for extra vehicles. The $50.00 season pass includes this site for boat launch use.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Piney Campground And Boat Launch open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Piney Campground And Boat Launch have?
19 sites, including 17 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
The longest site here provides 45 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 pets allowed at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
Yes, pets are allowed at Piney Campground And Boat Launch. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. 16 day stay limit; Food Storage Requirements
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
Accessible Facilities: Toilet.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Piney Campground And Boat Launch?
Canoeing and boating are popular activities at the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Piney Campground And Boat Launch is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Philipsburg Bay Campground (0.9 mi, partly first-come), Lodgepole Campground (1.8 mi, partly first-come), and Flint Creek Campground (2.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby