Philipsburg Bay

Summary

Philipsburg Bay Campground is the perfect spot to experience the stunning beauty of Montana's Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. Located on Georgetown Lake, visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and gem mining. The campground features 65 sites, RV and tent camping, a boat ramp, and breathtaking views of the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness.

Overview

Philipsburg Bay 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, the largest national forest in Montana. 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.

Recreation

Georgetown Lake is a prime destination for fishing and fly fishing with kokanee salmon, rainbow and brook trout being the most sought-after species. Canoeing and boating are also popular activities. Hikers, horseback riders and mountain bikers will find no shortage of trails within a few miles of the campground.

Facilities

The campground has 65 sites in total. Loop A and half of loop B are first-come, first-served. Loop C and half of Loop B can be reserved in advance during the summer season. It is available for RV or tent camping and is boater-friendly with paved roads and a boat ramp.

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.

Nearby Attractions

Town of Philipsburg and Anacaonda, gem mining, hiking, fly fishing, atving.

contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 859-3211.

Charges & Cancellations

Must cancel 4 days in advance