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In the western part of Montana, surrounded by many different national forests and parks, is the popular destination of Placid Lake State Park. When you book an RV in Missoula County, you’ll have prime access to this state park and the state park RV campgrounds that exist within it. Placid Lake State Park was established in 1977 and has since become one of Montana’s most visited state parks, covering over 30 acres in size and sitting at over 4,000 feet in elevation.
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Getting Outdoors
During the warm months of the year, Placid Lake State Park is a gorgeous retreat into nature that is easily accessible while motorhome camping nearby. When you bring a boat, you’ll be able to explore the lake and its many nooks and crannies, as both motorized and non-motorized boats are allowed. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and the like are also allowed and encouraged.
Camping at Placid Lake State Park
Placid Lake State Park is home to 40 campsites that can accommodate RVs, with a maximum RV length of 25 feet for most sites. All of these campsites have access to centrally located flushing and vault toilets, and two of the sites are fully accessible to ADA standards. Campsites can be reserved ahead of time, so when you want a specific site, be sure to book it after booking your RV rental.
Exploring the Area
You’ll want to check out all the museums in town when you camp in an RV near Missoula, which is to the southwest of Placid Lake State Park. Missoula is home to the University of Montana and has more than a handful of museums to keep visitors educated and entertained. The Montana Museum of Art and Culture is a great place to start to get a feel for the local history, and the Missoula Art Museum showcases the work of local artists. The Philip L. Wright Zoological Museum is home to an extensive collection of mammals, birds, and fish, with over 24,000 on display at any given time.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Seeley Creek Nordic Ski Trail, MTPlacid Lake State Park, MT
- Pyramid Lake Via Pyramid Pass Trail, MTOvando, MT
- Morrell Falls National Recreation Trail, MTOvando, MT
- Boulder Lake, MTRattlesnake National Recreation Site, MT
- Glacier Lake Trail, MTFlathead National Forest, MT
- Turquoise Lake, MTRonan, MT
- Sapphire Lake, MTFlathead National Forest, MT
- Holland Lake and Falls, MTFlathead National Forest, MT
- Snowbowl Frisbee Golf Course, MTMissoula, MT
- Sawmill Curry Gulch Loop Trail, MTRattlesnake National Recreation Site, MT
- CampgroundsLocation
- Salmon Lake Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Placid Lake Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Big Larch Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Lake Alva Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Lindbergh Lake Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Owl Creek Corral, MTMissoula County, MT
- Holland Lake Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Beavertail Hill Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Ekstrom's Stage Station Campground, MTMissoula County, MT
- Missoula KOA, MTMissoula County, MT
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Recent RV rental reviews in Placid Lake State Park
Herbert A.
May, 2026
Great, comfortable camper and knowledgeable host
Nicole H.
May, 2026
We had such a great experience with this camper rental. It was clean, fully functional, and truly felt like a cozy home in the woods for our two-night stay. Everything worked perfectly and made our trip so comfortable and relaxing. Such a spectacular experience—we would absolutely rent again!
Justin D.
April, 2026
We had an absolutely incredible experience with this RV rental, and a huge part of that was thanks to the host. From the very beginning, he went above and beyond to make sure we were fully prepared and confident for our trip. Even before we scheduled and picked up the RV, he took the time to help me ensure my vehicle was properly capable of safely towing the RV. That gave me a lot of peace of mind as we were traveling quite a distance to rent the RV
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