Public campground in DARBY, MT

ALTA CAMPGROUND

WEST FORK RANGER STATION, DARBY, MT 59829

RV site details

RV sites14
RV lengthUp to 60 ft
Elevation4,948 ft
  • Big rigs

From Recreation.gov RIDB. It doesn't list hookups or amperage or dump or sewer service. Call (406) 821-3269 to ask before you book. Elevation is from the U.S. Geological Survey.

About ALTA CAMPGROUND

ALTA CAMPGROUND is a public campground in DARBY, MT. It has 14 campsites. 9 sites can be reserved. 5 sites are first come, first served.

From the official campground listing

Alta Campground is located in a scenic forest in the heart of Montana's Bitterroot National Forest. The West Fork of the Bitterroot River flows nearby, giving visitors access to some of the best fishing the area has to offer, as well as other water-related recreation.

Fly fishing and wading in the Bitterroot River, which runs alongside the campground, are popular activities. A variety of trails and unimproved roads are great for exploring by bike or off-road vehicle.

Hiking trails to various mountain peaks, including to Lookout, Razorback and Thunder Mountains, as well as Beaver and Deer Creek Points, are nearby. The Alta Pine interpretive trail is located 1/2 mile to the north.

Painted Rocks Lake is located about five miles north of the campground. Visitors enjoy swimming, kayaking, boating and fishing.

Policies and details

  • Roads: Back-in and Gravel

Location

WEST FORK RANGER STATION, DARBY, MT 59829
Elevation 4,948 ft

Get directionsConfirm the entrance with the park before towing a large rig.

Setting and recreation

The official listing describes ALTA CAMPGROUND in a setting associated with creek, forest, lake or reservoir, and mountain landscape. For trip planning, the source identifies Biking, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, and Swimming among the recreation options at or near this DARBY campground.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife viewing