Closed
— Closed for the winter season. Reopens in late spring with full services including vault toilets, potable water, trash service, and a campground host through the summer months.
About
Chinamen's Campground is located at the very northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Montana Highway 284. The campground sits between the Big Belt and Elkhorn mountain ranges and offers year-round access to Canyon Ferry Reservoir's extensive recreational opportunities. The area has a rich mining history dating back to the 1850s gold rush, with piles of rock tailings from old gold mines visible throughout the campground.
The campground features 38 campsites with gravel roads. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Many campsites are compact and may not accommodate RVs larger than 20 feet. During the summer operating season, services include vault toilets, potable water, trash removal, and a campground host. Some sites are available through advance reservations on Recreation.gov, while others operate as first-come, first-served.
Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers year-round recreation including swimming, fishing, sailing, motorboating, kayaking, canoeing, jet skiing, windsurfing, and water skiing in summer. Winter activities include ice fishing, ice boating, and ice skating. The reservoir is located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, making it a convenient stop for travelers exploring Montana.
Directions
Heading north along MT Highway 12/287, drive north to Spokane Creek Road and turn right at the yellow flashing light. Follow Spokane Creek Road for 4.6 miles and turn right onto County Road 430/Canyon Ferry Road and continue to Chinamen's Campground. The campground will be on the right.
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