Wade Lake Campground and Picnic Areas
in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Reported open. Checked 2026-08-05.
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageWade Lake Campground and Picnic Areas
Wade Lake Campground is located in southwestern Montana on the shore of it’s scenic namesake lake. It is approximately 43 miles south of Ennis and 35 miles west of Yellowstone National Park. The 27 site campground includes one group site, and is situated in a dense Douglas Fir forest on the hillside above the lake. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water taps are provided in each of the two camping loops. There is an undeveloped natural-surface boat launch and the lake has a no-wake speed limit. Visitors enjoy fishing, small craft boating, and nearby hiking and ATV trails in the Gravelly Range. All site reservations are made via recreation.gov . Trailers longer than 24 feet are not recommended due to narrow roads and tight curves within the campground. Snow may hinder access in early or late seasons. Cellular service may be available at the top of the hill near the Forest boundary, about 1.5 miles away.
Before you go
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Fees
There is a $15.00 per night fee for this campground. Cash and check only. There is no way to make change, so please bring correct amount.
Hours
Open annually, from mid-May to mid-September, weather dependent.
Restrictions
16 day stay limit. Food Storage Requirements .
Accessibility
Accessible fishing access Accessible Facilities: Toilets
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