Monture Creek Campground
Open year-round, snow dependent. First-come, first-served with no reservations. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water supply. Food storage requirements are in effect for bear country.
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
Monture Creek Campground offers a quiet, out-of-the-way camping experience in Lolo National Forest's Seeley Lake Ranger District. The campground sits along Monture Creek in a mix of open grassy meadows and mature ponderosa pine forest, providing both shade and views. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets available. Campers must bring their own water as no potable water is provided on site. The campground serves as a primary gateway to Montana's wilderness areas, with the Monture Creek Trailhead providing access to the Bob Marshall Wilderness (16 miles) and Scapegoat Wilderness (11 miles). Public stock facilities are available for horse camping, making it a popular staging area for pack trips. Fishing opportunities exist along Monture Creek. No campground host is present, and services are provided through intermittent patrols. The campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis, though winter access depends on snow conditions along the 7.5-mile gravel approach road. Pets are allowed but must be kept on a 6-foot leash.
Directions
From the junction of Montana Highways 83 and 200 (Clearwater Junction), travel east on Highway 200 for 12.5 miles. Turn north on Monture Road #89 and drive 7.5 miles on gravel road to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 677-2233 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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