Cascade Campground

Cascade Campground

About this campsite

Overview

Scenic Byway
Clark Fork River
Iron Mountain Trailhead
Cascade Falls
Wildlife
Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine, and western larch trees

Recreation

Camping
Hiking
Fishing
Rafting
Boating

Facilities

Cascade Campground has 11 sites plus 1 group site that are back in only and can accommodate RV's 27' to 35' in length depending on the site. All sites have a picnic table and a fire ring. A primitive boat ramp is available on Clark Fork River across the highway from the campground. Potable water, vault toilets and garbage service are available. This is a first come first served campground with a self-serve fee station with no host on site. It is 13 miles to groceries in Plains, Montana from this location

Natural Features

This campground is located in the canyon bottom along the Clark Fork River. The site is adjacent to the highway and across the road from the river, and forested with Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine and western larch providing abundant shade. Fishing opportunities are available at the river. The Iron Mountain Trailhead #242 also known as the historic Wagon Road Trail are located near the campground. The Cascade Falls overlook trail is also accessible from the Cascade Campground.

Nearby Attractions

Clark Fork River
Quinns natural hot springs.
The Iron Mountain Trail #242, historic wagon road.
Cascade Falls

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 210-5287.

Location

Cascade Campground•MT

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Common questions about Cascade Campground

Is Cascade Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Cascade Campground in MT is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. We hold no facilities list for it, so go in self sufficient with your own water and a way to deal with rubbish.

Can you book Cascade Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Cascade Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season. If a managing authority takes bookings by phone, their number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Cascade Campground?

Cascade Campground sits in MT. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

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