Blodgett Campground
Open seasonally May 1 through October 31. First-come, first-served with no fees and no reservations. No potable water available. Pack-it-in, pack-it-out for trash. Food storage order in effect March 1 through December 1.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 8:15AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow counties in effect until 9AM on 08/10/2026 An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near future. Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls are Very Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Dillon, Libby and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Butte, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Cut Bank, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Malta and Missoula are Moderate. When air quality is Very Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid any outdoor activity; everyone else should avoid prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
About
Blodgett Campground sits beneath the towering cliff faces of Blodgett Canyon in the Bitterroot National Forest, about 6 miles west of Hamilton, Montana. The canyon's dramatic granite walls draw rock climbers from around the region, making this campground a popular basecamp for climbing adventures. Blodgett Creek flows nearby, offering fishing opportunities for rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout. The adjacent Blodgett Canyon Trail provides access into the canyon with spectacular views of cliffs and spires. The campground offers 5 standard campsites plus 1 walk-in site, all equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. A vault toilet serves the campground, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Trash service is not provided; all garbage must be packed out. Two campsites are designated as ADA-accessible, and the campground can accommodate RVs or trailers up to 45 feet in length. A food storage order is in effect from March 1 through December 1 due to bear activity in the area. Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days, and quiet hours are observed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Dogs must be kept on leash within the campground.
Directions
From Hamilton, MT go west on Main Street for 1 mile, turn north (right) onto Ricketts Road and travel 0.5 miles. Turn west (left) onto Blodgett Camp Rd/FS 736, and follow approximately 4 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 777-5461 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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