Philipsburg Bay Campground

148 reviews

Pintler ranger District, 88, Business Loop, Philipsburg, MT 59858, USA
+1 406-859-3211
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Philipsburg Bay Campground Introduce

Nestled in the heart of Montana's Pintler Ranger District, Philipsburg Bay Campground is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. This picturesque campground offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by stunning natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for camping, fishing, and wildlife observation.

The campground features a variety of well-maintained sites suitable for tents, RVs, and trailers. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay, Philipsburg Bay Campground provides a serene environment where you can unwind and reconnect with nature. The area is known for its abundant wildlife, including bald eagles that can often be spotted perched in the trees near the campsites.

For fishing enthusiasts, Philipsburg Bay Campground offers excellent opportunities to catch rainbow trout. The boat put-in area is conveniently located, allowing easy access to the water. Visitors have reported successful fishing trips and the joy of watching bald eagles in their natural habitat.

The campground is managed by the Forest Service, and staff like Tim are dedicated to ensuring visitors have a memorable experience. Tim's passion for his job and the area is evident, as he goes above and beyond to provide helpful tips and ensure campers have a 5-star experience.

Customer feedback highlights the tranquility and beauty of Philipsburg Bay Campground:

"When we got there, it was empty, quiet, and peaceful. A lot of nice looking sites waiting for the crowd to come."
"Caught 2 nice rainbows off the end of the boat put-in and enjoyed watching the Bald Eagles."
"The Forest Service guy, Tim, was extremely helpful and wanted to make sure we were having a 5-Star experience there."
"Highly recommend. At least when there aren't any other campers around!"

Philipsburg Bay Campground is a perfect destination for those seeking a quiet and relaxing outdoor experience. Whether you're an avid angler, a wildlife enthusiast, or simply looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this campground offers something for everyone. Plan your visit today and discover the natural beauty of Philipsburg Bay Campground.

Location

Montana Granite County Philipsburg Business Loop

Customer Reviews

4.0

148 reviews

Heidi Horak

Jul 25, 2024

This site is being miss-managed. There will not be native vegetation in a couple of years if the driving of ATVs continues off the roads. (Even the campground hosts are doing this)

Kelly King

May 21, 2018

I called the Forest Service before going the weekend before Memorial Day - they said they had just opened the campground. When we got there, it was empty, quiet, and peaceful. A lot of nice looking sites waiting for the crowd to come. For our weekend there, I saw 3 other campers in the entire place. Caught 2 nice rainbows of the end of the boat put-in and enjoyed watching the Bald Eagles. They perched in the trees just a few hundred feet from our campsite. The Forest Service guy, Tim, was extremely helpful and wanted to make sure we were having a 5-Star experience there. He gave us a few good tips about the area. Tim seems to love his job so much - they should give him a Badge to wear. Highly recommend. At least when there aren't any other campers around!!

Dwayne Mogren

Jun 27, 2024

Beautiful and clean campground. Quiet and the fishing was great.

John Pearson

Sep 10, 2023

8-10 Sep 2023. Great campground. Loved camping among the trees. Lake was beautiful. We had a very nice time. Bonus being having AT&T signal. We highly recommend.

Simon P

Jun 06, 2024

Fantastic location and the $17 camp fee is very reasonable. Provides boat access to the entire lake with a nice boat launch. Very quiet and nice views by the waterfront. All sites are large with decent privacy, given that the forest is pretty open. About a third of the sites are first come, first served, which is great if you don't have a reservation. Nice feature is that you can pay by app if you happen to not bring cash, like we didn't, although try to remember some for firewood, since the campfire makes the evening!