Holter Lake Campground
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!
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Site mix
| RV, no hookups | 42 |
| Tent-only | 10 |
| Standard, no hookups | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
56 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 02 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 03 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |||
| 04 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | 10 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |||
| 05 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |||
| 06 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |||
| 07 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 08 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime | ||
| 09 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 10 | A | RV | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Prime |
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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 33 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Each RV/trailer/tent costs $25 with a max of two of any combination per site. |
| Accessibility | Sites 15, 26, 34 are listed accessible |
Holter Lake Campground offers several amenities that will make your stay enjoyable and comfortable. Holter Lake Campground is a 52-site campground that has spacious and level gravel parking pads that accommodate RVs, camper trailers, and tents. There are 9 tent-only sites. Most of the campsites can accomodate up to 2 RVs or tents per site. Of the 52 sites, all are reservation only. First come first serve sites may be avaible on a daily basis after 2pm but are not guaranteed. Holter lake Campground features a large concrete boat launch with a courtesy dock, as well as day-use and overnight dock slips for those camping in the campground. The docks are first-come, first-served, with no assigned slips. There is potable water provided throughout the campground and day-use areas, as well as garbage dumpsters. There are no hook-ups available. The A loop and tent area sites contain a fire ring with a grill grate in addition to a picnic table. There are also picnic tables and benches along the lake to take in the views.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Great Falls, Montana take Interstate-15 South towards Helena. Take exit 234 to Craig. Turn left heading to Craig and cross the Missouri River. Come to a "T" and then take a right on Recreation Road. Travel approximately 5 miles. Before crossing the Missouri River/steel bridge, turn left onto Beartooth Road.
| Nearest town | Wolf Creek, Montana |
| Coordinates | 46.9950° N, 111.9905° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window • Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHogum Creek Road Piles Rx
25 mi from the campground · 5 acres
- PrescribedBear Gulch Rx
29 mi from the campground · 300 acres
- PrescribedWakina Sky Rx
31 mi from the campground · 300 acres
- PrescribedSure Thing Swamp Rx
41 mi from the campground · 180 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Prewett Creek Inn and Fly Shop ↗ | 14.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18 mi |
| RV sales & service | D & D RV Center ↗ | 27.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
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.
- 9.6 miMeriwether Picnic Area ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
Gates of the Mountains Wilderness begins about 8.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 8.1 miGates of the Mountains Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 28,460 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
- Missouri River BridgeStructure · Wolf Creek · 1.9 mi
- Wolf Creek HotelBuilding · Wolf Creek · 3.8 mi
- Sheep Creek BridgeStructure · Wolf Creek · 4.5 mi
Natural features
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
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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Holter Lake Campground?
Sites at Holter Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Holter Lake Campground?
Each RV/trailer/tent costs $25 with a max of two of any combination per site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Holter Lake Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Holter Lake Campground?
A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Holter Lake Campground have?
56 sites, including 42 RV sites without hookups, 10 tent-only sites, and 4 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Holter Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 33 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 Holter Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Holter Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Holter Lake Campground?
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.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Holter Lake Campground?
Sites 15, 26, and 34 are 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
Is there cell service at Holter Lake Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Holter Lake Campground?
Holter Lake Campground offers excellent recreational opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Holter Lake Campground?
Wolf Creek, Montana. Holter Lake Campground is located in a prime location to get out and recreate outdoors.
Source: Getting there