Beavertail Hill State Park

About

Beavertail Hill State Park occupies 65 acres along the Clark Fork River in western Montana, roughly 25 miles east of Missoula. The park preserves a riparian corridor of towering cottonwoods and provides direct access to half a mile of riverfront for fishing and floating. Boating is carry-in only, making it ideal for kayaks, canoes, and float tubes. A one-hour self-guided nature trail loops through the shaded forest. The campground offers 24 sites with electrical hookups suitable for tents and RVs, plus two distinctive 18-foot Sioux-style tipis available for rental. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. Facilities include flush toilets, vault toilets, potable water (seasonal), and trash service. The park is ADA accessible. Vehicle access runs from May 1 through October 31. During winter months (November 1 through the Wednesday before Memorial Day), the park is closed to motorized traffic and overnight camping, though walk-in day use is permitted year-round.

Directions

Located at 29895 Bonita Station Road, Clinton, MT. From Missoula, take I-90 east approximately 25 miles to Exit 126 (Bonita Station Road). The park is on the south side of the interstate along the Clark Fork River.