Hellgate Campground
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About Hellgate Campground
Hellgate Campground is a national park campground at Canyon Ferry Lake in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Hellgate Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 120 ft. Campers rate it 4.4/5 across 70 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Canyon Ferry Lake include Jo Bonner Campground , Cave Point Group Use Area, Chinamen's Campground, Court Sheriff Campground and Riverside Campground.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 222 · 2024: 228 · 2025: 265
Location
Address
Helena, Montana
Coordinates
46.6177, -111.6401
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 662 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Jo Bonner Campground
Canyon Ferry Lake
Cave Point Group Use Area
Canyon Ferry Lake
Chinamen's Campground
Canyon Ferry Lake
Court Sheriff Campground
Canyon Ferry Lake
Riverside Campground
Canyon Ferry Lake
Bar Gulch Cabin
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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Hellgate Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Hellgate Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Hellgate Campground?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Hellgate Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Hellgate Campground right now?
Hellgate Campground is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Hellgate Campground located?
Hellgate Campground is located in Canyon Ferry Lake, near Helena, Montana.
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