Black Canyon Campground

    Fort Smith, Montana
    NPS · Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area
    FREE CAMPING
    Seasonal
    17 Sites

    Black Canyon Campground is a campground in Fort Smith, Montana. It has 17 sites, is listed as seasonal and lists no hookups. The nearest trail in our directory is Bighorn Mountain Trails, 62 miles away in a straight line.

    About Black Canyon Campground

    Black Canyon Campground is a campground in Fort Smith, Montana. The address on file is Bighorn Lake at dayboard 5, Fort Smith, Montana 59035. It has 17 campsites. It is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go. No hookups are listed, so plan to camp self-contained. It is listed as free to camp. The phone number on file is 307-568-5406. The official website is nps.gov.

    Nearby trails and campgrounds

    No trail in our directory is within 60 miles. The nearest is Bighorn Mountain Trails, 62 miles away in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: Dayboard 9 Campground (2.2 miles), Afterbay Campground (4.6 miles) and Medicine Creek Campground (15 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.

    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Black Canyon Campground?

    Black Canyon Campground is a campground in Fort Smith, Montana. The address on file is Bighorn Lake at dayboard 5, Fort Smith, Montana 59035.

    How many campsites does Black Canyon Campground have?

    Black Canyon Campground has 17 campsites in our listing.

    Is Black Canyon Campground open all year?

    No. Black Canyon Campground is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go.

    Does Black Canyon Campground have full hookups?

    No. No hookups are listed.

    What is the phone number for Black Canyon Campground?

    The phone number on file is 307-568-5406.

    About This Campground

    Black Canyon is a boat-in-only campground located five lake miles from the Ok-A-Beh boat ramp. Black Canyon occasionally closes due to aggressive bear activity as a result of receiving food rewards from campers. Check the "Alerts" page for any closures within the park. And remember, Do Not feed or approach any wildlife. - Open All Year - Docks in seasonally (Memorial Day - Labor Day) - 17 tent sites

    Amenities & Features

    No Full Hookups (Electric/Water/Sewer)
    No Electric & Water
    Seasonal Operation

    Location

    Bighorn Lake at dayboard 5

    Fort Smith, Montana 59035

    GPS Coordinates: 45.25092, -107.96260

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    Quick Info

    Sites
    17
    Price tier
    Free
    Season
    Seasonal

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    • NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
    • This campground operates seasonally, check exact dates before booking
    • Book early for weekend and holiday availability
    • Confirm pet policies and vehicle length limits before arriving

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