Whitehouse Campground
The campground operates seasonally from Memorial Day through November. No fees. First-come, first-served only. Food storage requirements are in effect March 1 through December 1. 16-day stay limit.
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.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
About
Whitehouse Campground occupies a scenic spot in the Boulder River drainage of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, roughly 20 miles north of Butte via I-15 and Forest Service Road 82. This small five-unit campground provides a quiet base for exploring the surrounding backcountry with no fees and no reservations required. Sites accommodate trailers up to 22 feet on a Jefferson County-maintained gravel road suitable for passenger vehicles. The campground offers basic facilities including vault toilets with ADA accessibility at the adjacent picnic day use area. No potable water is available, so campers must bring an adequate supply. Trash service is not provided; pack out everything you pack in. Food storage requirements are in effect March through December due to bear activity in the area. A 16-day stay limit applies. Recreation opportunities abound in the surrounding forest. The Boulder River provides fishing right from camp. Several trailheads accessing the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail lie within 5 miles. The area is popular for OHV riding and hunting in season. During winter, a groomed snowmobile trail system begins at or near the campground depending on snow conditions. Additional dispersed camping is available just east of the developed campground.
Directions
From Butte, take I-15 north for approximately 18 miles to exit 151 (Bernice). Turn left onto Forest Service Road 82 (Boulder River Road) and continue for approximately 13 miles; turn left into the campground. The road is a Jefferson County maintained gravel road suitable for passenger vehicles and trailers.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 494-2147 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Whitehouse Campground | |
| Beaverhead-Deerlodge NF Alerts |
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