Blodgett Campground
Bitterroot National Forest
Write a Review 672 Blodgett Camp Rd. Hamilton, MT 59840 406-777-5461 Official WebsiteGPS: 46.2695, -114.2438
Overview of Blodgett Campground
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Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Mandy on 9/9/2020
Longest RV Reported: 34 feet (Class A)
Reported by Mandy on 9/9/2020
Number of Sites 5
Elevation 4,232 ft / 1,289 m
Max Stay 5
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Blodgett Campground 10 people have reviewed this location.
“Little gem, lucky to get a spot!”
Reviewed 9/9/2020
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 2 |
Arrived here on Tuesday 9/8 about 5 pm, got the next-to-last open spot, fit our 34’ class A in no problem, definitely could have fit it in a couple. Saw a little bear (but not the mama) about 9pm. Hiked down the canyon a ways in the evening, it was gorgeous! Went to town and had great pizza and beer at Higherground. Wished we had longe... more
Arrived here on Tuesday 9/8 about 5 pm, got the next-to-last open spot, fit our 34’ class A in no problem, definitely could have fit it in a couple. Saw a little bear (but not the mama) about 9pm. Hiked down the canyon a ways in the evening, it was gorgeous! Went to town and had great pizza and beer at Higherground. Wished we had longer than 1 night to stay! The drive in is a little washboarded, but no problem.
Mandy would stay here again
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“Crowded But Beautiful Free Campground Next To Some Amazing Hiking”
Reviewed 8/29/2020
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 5 |
Site Number: | 5 |
We arrived here on a Thursday and all of the campsites were taken so we set up camp out in the far end of the dirt part of the parking lot. The parking lot isn’t a terrible place to camp and the only noise was from the cars driving in and out to get to the trailhead. We spent one night out there before the campground host came and ... more
We arrived here on a Thursday and all of the campsites were taken so we set up camp out in the far end of the dirt part of the parking lot. The parking lot isn’t a terrible place to camp and the only noise was from the cars driving in and out to get to the trailhead.
We spent one night out there before the campground host came and told us that a site had opened if we wanted it but also that we were free to camp out in the parking lot if we wanted to stay there.
From this experience, we learned that talking to the camp host is a really good idea. Because of the 5 day camping limit, chances are someone is going to leave soon. The host was really nice, and we watched him
help a lot of people find a place to camp for the night until a spot became available.
The campground is fantastic. You have the beautiful Bitterroot Mountains all around you, a creek flowing nearby, and most of the sites are paved so there’s hardly any dust. There’s no water but you have the creek and there is a vault toilet in both the campground and in the parking lot.
There is a day use area behind the campground information sign, and in that area is a parking spot for a tent campsite that you walk down a short trail into the forest to get to. There were people in it when we were there so we weren’t able to take pictures, but it looked very private and away from the noise of the RVs. If you are a tent camper that is the spot I would try and take first.
All 4 of the RV campsites are fairly large and even though there’s a sign that says not recommended for trailers over 22 feet we fit our 32 foot travel trailer and truck in no problem.
Also, the hike that starts in the parking lot is amazing. We didn’t go to the lake, but we made it to the waterfall and it’s in our top 5 most beautiful hikes we’ve done this summer.
thecampingnerd would stay here again
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“A Tiny Gem!”
Reviewed 8/24/2020
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 5 |
Site Number: | 4 |
Little did I know, until I arrived at the trailhead parking lot for Blodgett Creek Canyon, I stayed here in 2018. I inadvertently came up to hike with no intentions to camp, until I met Chris, again! What started as a 1 night stay turned into the 5 night limit. This campground is small with only 6 sites and it’s very popular. I was luc... more
Little did I know, until I arrived at the trailhead parking lot for Blodgett Creek Canyon, I stayed here in 2018. I inadvertently came up to hike with no intentions to camp, until I met Chris, again! What started as a 1 night stay turned into the 5 night limit. This campground is small with only 6 sites and it’s very popular. I was lucky to have found a spot at 2:30pm. The only amenities are vault toilets, but the creek, Blodgett Canyon trailhead, canyon views and awesome camp host make up for any amenity shortfalls. Get there early to get a spot!! If it’s full ask Chris if you can stay out in the horse corral parking, he’s very accommodating.
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“Beautiful Landscape! ”
Reviewed 7/26/2020
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 5 |
Very small campground with 5 available sites. 5 day limit. BEAUTIFUL Canyon! The hiking nearby is incredible. Lots of day users in the main parking lot, but the campground is very quiet. We loved our stay! It’s a real gem if you can snag a site! If not, you can stay overnight in the parking lot.
Mrs. Brent would stay here again
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“Good, arrive early with no expectations”
Reviewed 6/19/2020
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 0 |
Good and very small NFS campground, only 5 sites. Fortunately, you can park overnight in the front gravel parking area if necessary and that's what I had to do. It was perfectly fine. Road in is paved except for last 2 miles, a wee bit bumpy but not a problem. Don't assume you'll get a spot here....no matter what time or day you arrive... more
Good and very small NFS campground, only 5 sites. Fortunately, you can park overnight in the front gravel parking area if necessary and that's what I had to do. It was perfectly fine. Road in is paved except for last 2 miles, a wee bit bumpy but not a problem. Don't assume you'll get a spot here....no matter what time or day you arrive.
Personally...I love quiet! The sound of the creek is loud. Most people would find it soothing. 🙄
Lsander would stay here again
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“Absolutely a gem!”
Reviewed 7/5/2019
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 1 |
If you are lucky enough to snag a spot in this tiny loop, you will have access to gorgeous Blodgett Creek right there, the trailhead for 12+ miles of some of the best hiking ever, trout fishing, chilly swims, and amazing canyon granite views. The trouble is it’s hard to snag one of the 4 spots. 5th is for the camp host whom we never t... more
If you are lucky enough to snag a spot in this tiny loop, you will have access to gorgeous Blodgett Creek right there, the trailhead for 12+ miles of some of the best hiking ever, trout fishing, chilly swims, and amazing canyon granite views. The trouble is it’s hard to snag one of the 4 spots. 5th is for the camp host whom we never talked to. We got lucky but try arriving between 9-12AM of you can. NO WATER PUMP. It’s off. Our AT&T was slow but worked for email and text. One of the best campsites ever. Warning: Chipmunks WILL get under and around your camper so be aware. Running our generator was the only way to deter them.
KFann would stay here again
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“Beautiful little place ”
Reviewed 5/2/2019
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | 5 |
Warning! The road is a little rough for Rv’s. We came up in a 26 ft class C but just drove real slow the last 2 miles. Campsites are nice and will fit any rig 35 ft or smaller. Water and pit toilets are available.
GlacierCampingNation.com would stay here again
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“Nice little campground”
Reviewed 8/23/2017
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Small but clean. Good toilets and lots of shade in camp. Parked in the day use lot. Good road to get there. Large picnic tables. Quiet.
fitman40 would stay here again
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“Great little USFS campground in the scenic Bitterroot Valley”
Reviewed 9/2/2016
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 6 |
Site Number: | 1 |
Blodgett Creek is a really nice little USFS campground near Hamilton, MT in the Bitterroot Valley. There are 4 drive up sites, one walk in site, the camp host site, and a day use area. The road in is gravel for a few miles leading up to the campground, but fairly smooth and it is very easy to find - just follow the signs and the road t... more
Blodgett Creek is a really nice little USFS campground near Hamilton, MT in the Bitterroot Valley. There are 4 drive up sites, one walk in site, the camp host site, and a day use area. The road in is gravel for a few miles leading up to the campground, but fairly smooth and it is very easy to find - just follow the signs and the road takes you right there. The campground is very busy and when we arrived on a Tuesday afternoon it was full. Thankfully the fantastic camp host, Chris, allowed us to stay that night in the day use area as long as we left room for others to park there during the day. He told us that some of the other campers would be leaving the next day, so when they began packing up the next morning we asked them to give us a heads up before they left so we could move over before someone else took the spot. Chris was very accommodating and even allowed us to stay the 5 day limit at the site, not including our night in the day use area. He is also very knowledgeable about the area and the trails.
The sites were level and the bathrooms clean, this is definitely an all around very nice campground. There is a trail, Blodgett Creek trail, which goes pretty far along the creek into the mountains. Also, if you backtrack along the dirt road you can turn to drive to the top of the ridge and hike a short (1.5 mile) trail to the overlook - absolutely stunning. You can see why they call this place the Yosemite of Montana, lots of climbers appreciating the granite cliffs too. Definitely do yourself a favor and walk around Hamilton, MT - it is a really nice little town with great shops and restaurants.
Other reviewers are correct in that the water pump is shut off permanently, so bring your own drinking water. The creek flows cold and clear so we scooped some extra water out of there for some light washing / foot soaking after our hiking day. Sunset here is pretty unique as the colors reflect off of the cliffs and bath everything in pink light. On our last day smoke from the Roaring Lion Fire came over the ridge and rained some ash on us, no big deal but it definitely feels good to have a camp host who will keep you updated on any nearby fires. Thank you to forest firefighters everywhere!
NomadicNeighbors would stay here again
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“Scenic view of canyon walls and good trails”
Reviewed 1/18/2016
Close to Hamilton for supplies but very quiet. Great hiking. Small circular drive but not bad for small rigs.
SmurfBridges would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- restrooms: vault
- trash
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