HELENA — Reservations for camping, lodging and tours at Montana State Parks are now being accepted.

Key Takeaways

• Montana State Parks reservations for camping, lodging, and tours are now open.
• Most reservable sites are available from the third Friday in May through the third Sunday in September.
• Reservations can be made up to three months in advance and no later than one day prior to arrival.
• The maximum stay per site is seven nights, helping keep at least 20% of campsites available first-come, first-served.
• Blackfoot River Corridor float-in campsite reservations open Monday, March 2 and must be made over the phone.
• Overnight floaters in the Blackfoot River Corridor must use fire pans, proper food storage, and portable toilet systems.

How to Reserve Montana State Parks Camping, Lodging, and Tours

To make a reservation, visit stateparks.mt.gov or call 855-922-6768.

Sites are reservable from the third Friday in May through the third Sunday in September. Reservations can be made up to three months in advance of your stay, and no later than one day prior to your arrival.

Stay Limits and Booking Rules

• Maximum stay: seven nights per site.
• This policy allows for at least 20 percent of state parks’ campsites to be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Customers can book unlimited sites as long as they fall within the three-month reservation window.
• Primary occupant information is required for extra sites.

For more information about Montana State Parks, visit stateparks.mt.gov.

Blackfoot River Corridor: Float-In Campsite Reservations

Reservations for Blackfoot River float-in campsites will open Monday, March 2.

How the Blackfoot Reservation Calendar Works

• Reservation dates will open two months at a time, with another month of availability rolled out on the first Monday of each month.
• Reservations can be made through the ReserveAmerica call center starting at 8 a.m. on March 2.
• The call center can be reached at 1-855-922-6768.

Campsite availability can be viewed at stateparks.mt.gov or fwp.mt.gov/activities/boating/blackfoot-river, but reservations must be made over the phone.

Where Camping Is Allowed (Blackfoot River Corridor)

Camping in the Blackfoot River Corridor (Russell Gates to Johnsrud Fishing Access Sites) is only allowed in designated campsites. There are 8 float-in overnight sites that are all reservable during the reservation season, which starts April 1, with a maximum group size of 10 people.

To review campsite locations, details and availability, go to stateparks.mt.gov.

Required Gear for Overnight Floaters

Fire pans, proper food storage, and portable toilet systems are required for all overnight floaters.

For more information on the Blackfoot River Corridor, email BlackfootRiver@mt.gov.

Related Reading

• How to Make a Montana State Parks Campsite Reservation (Online vs. Phone)
• Blackfoot River Float-In Campsites: What to Know Before You Go
• When Campground Reservations Open: A Month-by-Month Planning Guide
• Overnight River Float Checklist: Fire Pan, Food Storage, and Toilet Systems
• Fishing Access Sites 101: Rules, Etiquette, and Planning Tips
• Last-Minute Camping Tips: Finding First-Come, First-Served Sites

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