Riverside Campground

Canyon Ferry Lake, MT · ≈15 mi to Helena
Sites
28
Max rig
40 ft
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
15 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Big rigs and large RVs
  • Boating and water sports enthusiasts
  • Fishing and kayaking
  • Pet owners
  • Campfire and grilling

✕ Not ideal for

  • RVers needing electrical hookups
  • Those seeking walkable town access

Connectivity

Best bet: T-MobileUsable 5G — good enough to stay connected · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
Verizon5G
AT&T5G
T-Mobile5G

What's here

27 Rvs (no Hookups)Drive-In access
1 Group Rv Area (no Hookups)Reserved as one unit · Drive-In access · largest capacity: 75 people
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Site-level rig length data isn't reported for this campground (the managing agency lists a general max of 40 ft, but individual site dimensions aren't recorded here).

Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedDrinking waterFire pitsGrillsPets allowedPicnic tablesPit toiletsShade
Activities
BoatingCampingFishingKayakingMotor BoatWater SportsWildlife Viewing
Natural features
Riverfront
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Excellent for large RVsRig fit
Easy to reachAccess
Good amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Helena, ~15 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: BOR

Overview

Overview Riverside Campground is located 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, below the dam at the northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir. Riverside Campground provides space for campers, day users, and large groups. 27 paved campsites, a group use area with a picnic pavilion, 6 pit toilets, an accessible fishing dock, a boat ramp and day use picnic area. This popular location below the dam attracts many families, boaters and fisherman. Recreation Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of year-round recreational opportunities. Water related activities include everything from swimming and fishing to sailing and motor-boating. Canoeists and kayakers explore the many quiet backwater bays. Jet skiers, windsurfers and water skiers skim the summer waves, while winter draws ice fishermen and ice skaters. Facilities Riverside Campground has 27 campsites , a group use camping area, a boat ramp, parking area for boat trailers and several day use picnic sites. Each campsite has a paved camping pad, a fire ring and picnic table. During the peak summer months services include vault toilets, potable water, dumpsters and campground hosts. Riverside Group Campsites include exclusive access to a picnic shelter, accessible vault toilets and 7 campsites . The picnic shelter is 30' X 45' with 8 picnic tables and a large fire ring. Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire ring. The group campsites and pavilion are set apart from the rest of the campground, providing adequate space and privacy for groups to enjoy. Natural Features Riverside Campground sits below Canyon Ferry Dam along the banks of Hauser Reservoir. The current is swift, and swimming is not advised. Ample fish in the water makes this a prime location for bird watching. Loons, cormorants and pelicans are often present patrolling the waters; while bald eagles and osprey make appearances to showcase their fish hunting skills. Nearby Attractions Riverside Campground is located halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park. The city of Helena, Montana, the state capital, is 25 miles away. For up to date events visit, www.helenamt.com. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (406) 475-3920.

Managed by Bureau of Reclamation · Standard campground