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On Lewis and Clark’s long journey west, Sacagawea guided the expedition from the Gates of the Mountains to Three Forks. Along the way, one of their campsites was near present-day Canyon Ferry Dam. The dam was constructed in 1954 to supply power, drinking water, and irrigation for the local farmers. The third-largest lake in Montana, Canyon Ferry Lake also functions as a major recreational spot.
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Getting Outdoors
Snuggled up against the Big Belt Mountains, Canyon Ferry Lake is shaped like an elongated teardrop, with the fat end pointed south. Stretching over 30 miles, there’s plenty of room to stretch out. Away from the public campgrounds where most of the activities are centered, it’s quiet. As the sounds of civilization fade, the sounds of the wild become more apparent. Listen for elks bugling in the distance. The cry of eagles soaring overhead in lazy circles. The long, eerie howls of wolves as they sing the song of their people. The soft hoots of owls as they prepare to take to the treetops in search of prey at dusk. The quiet splash as a fishing lure is flung into the water, slipping into the clear waters. Trout and walleye fishing in Canyon Ferry Lake is excellent, often yielding trophy-sized fish. The lake is shared with protected colonies of terns and pelicans. Keep a sharp eye out; the pelicans are notorious for stealing fishing catches.
Camping at Canyon Ferry Lake
Skip hotels and get closer to nature by RV camping at Canyon Ferry Lake. Wake up to the sound of the wind in the trees and birdsong at the crack of dawn. There are six public campgrounds at various points around the lake, all of which have boat launches and restrooms. However, there are no hookups for RVs. Sublime views and easy access to wilderness may be worth the tradeoff, though.
Exploring the Area
Out in Montana, towns are few and far in between. Traveling from town to town is a long journey made more comfortable with a rental motorhome. Head into Helena’s historic district where the streets are still paved with the original brick and cobblestones. Tour the Reeder’s Alley where 19th-century miners once dwelled. Peek into original saloons, bordellos, and banks that now house restaurants, chic cafes, and boutique shops. Cheer the bronco riders as they fight to stay on their horse and to beat the clock in East Helena. Converse with the locals at one of the many farmer’s markets and festivals. Search for the perfect Montana memorabilia to add to your home.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Edith Baldy Basin Trail, MTTownsend, MT
- Cave Gulch, MTHelena, MT
- Crow Creek Falls, MTTownsend, MT
- Mount Edith, MTHelena, MT
- Vigilante National Recreation Trail, MTTownsend, MT
- Trout Creek Canyon, MTHelena, MT
- Elkhorn and Crow Peak Trail, MTBoulder, MT
- Hogback Mountain, MTHelena, MT
- Mount Ascension, MTHelena, MT
- Dry Gulch Short Loop, MTHelena, MT
- CampgroundsLocation
- Townsend / Canyon Ferry Lake KOA, MTBroadwater County, MT
- Devil's Elbow Recreation Area, MTLewis and Clark County, MT
- Park Lake Campground, MTJefferson County, MT
- Conestoga Campground, MTMeagher County, MT
- Moose Creek Campground, MTLewis and Clark County, MT
- Camp Three Forks Campground, MTGallatin County, MT
- Jumping Creek Campground, MTMeagher County, MT
- Holter Lake Campground, MTLewis and Clark County, MT
- Wolf Creek Campground, ORJosephine County, OR
- Lewis and Clark Caverns Campground, MTJefferson County, MT
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Recent RV rental reviews in Canyon Ferry Lake
Mike B.
December, 2025
Mccrae was great and delivered the unit when we needed it. The camper was very clean and since we rented the unit during a cold snap we found that it was easy to heat and kept us toasty over the holiday. This was a really good rental with great hosts.
Sarah H.
October, 2025
What a great weekend in a classy Airstream! Very cozy, well appointed and the amenities made our stay so memorable. Great communication and support from Ben. Will definitely plan on booking it again!
Bree C.
October, 2025
Maya was super communicative the entire time. Anytime I had a question she was right on top of it. The camper was very clean and nicely appointed - there were towels, sheets and extra blankets, as well as plenty of extra toilet paper! There was also bear spray, bug spray, a first aid kit, a fly flapper (which was needed!) and there were basic seasonings provided! There was hand soap (attached to the counter with double sided sticky tape) at the bath sink and kitchen sink, and there was Dawn under the sink as well as other cleaning supplies (which the container under the sink holding all of that was also attached with double sided sticky tape!!! - brilliant!!). Maya was an amazing host - we never have done anything like this before and Maya really helped make it a memorable experience. While I never drove the RV, my husband was impressed with how it handled, but he was white knuckling it on the switchbacks!!! :-).
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