Bear Canyon Campground operates seasonally from May through October with sites ranging from free tent spots to full hookup RV sites at $49 per night. Located west of Bozeman with drive-in access, the campground accommodates RVs up to 45 feet and offers reservations for those planning ahead.
The campground sits adjacent to active railroad tracks, creating a distinctive audio backdrop throughout stays. "Thankfully we enjoy the sound of the train whistle," notes Jennifer H., though multiple campers mention trains running frequently, especially during early morning hours with horn signals. The property features grassy sites with aspen trees providing natural windbreaks and some shade coverage.
A swimming pool serves as the main recreational draw, particularly during hot summer days when temperatures reach the upper 90s. The facility includes clean shower houses and laundry facilities that campers consistently praise for their maintenance. Behind the campground, hiking trails lead into surrounding hills offering valley views. Full hookup sites with electric, water, and sewer connections cluster closer together, while tent camping areas spread across more open grass sections with picnic tables but no fire pits.
Site density varies significantly between camping types. RV sites pack closely together with minimal privacy, while tent areas offer more spacing despite what some describe as crowded conditions during peak season. The steep entrance road requires attention, especially for larger rigs, and several reviewers note missing it initially. Kevin L. describes it as a "pleasant campground with great views from a hill" despite the entrance being "marked to a hill but could be missed."
The campground provides WiFi, dump station access, and allows pets throughout the property. Book ahead during summer months when the pool and proximity to camping near Bozeman make sites fill quickly.
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Location
RV ParkBear Canyon Campground is located in Montana
Directions
From jct US 191 & I-90: Go 4 mi E on I-90 (exit 313), then 1 block S on Bear Canyon Rd.
Address
4000 Bozeman Trail Rd
Bozeman, MT 59715
Coordinates
45.65219679 N
110.946847 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/3/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 45 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 4/3/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/3/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 45 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 5 min from Bozeman, MT
- 1 hr 28 min from Helena, MT
- 1 hr 57 min from Billings, MT
- 2 hrs 41 min from Great Falls, MT



















