Cascade Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Plains , MT · Primitive

Conditions

Road Access Paved
Driveway Surface Paved
Season Not recorded
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Max RV Length 30 ft
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published season for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Access Paved Access
Style Primitive Potable Water Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites2
RV Sites1
Sites Accepting RVs1
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites2
Max RV Length30 ft
Back-In Sites1
SurfacePaved

Location

47.30537, -114.8245 · 408 Clayton , Plains , MT 59859

Description

Overview

  • Scenic Byway

  • Clark Fork River

  • Iron Mountain Trailhead

  • Cascade Falls

  • Wildlife

  • Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine, and western larch trees

Recreation

  • Camping

  • Hiking

  • Fishing

  • Rafting

  • Boating

Facilities

Cascade Campground has 11 sites plus 1 group site that are back in only and can accommodate RV's 27' to 35' in length depending on the site. All sites have a picnic table and a fire ring. A primitive boat ramp is available on Clark Fork River across the highway from the campground. Potable water, vault toilets and garbage service are available. This is a first come first served campground with a self-serve fee station with no host on site. It is 13 miles to groceries in Plains, Montana from this location

Natural Features

This campground is located in the canyon bottom along the Clark Fork River. The site is adjacent to the highway and across the road from the river, and forested with Douglas-fir, ponderosa pine and western larch providing abundant shade. Fishing opportunities are available at the river. The Iron Mountain Trailhead #242 also known as the historic Wagon Road Trail are located near the campground. The Cascade Falls overlook trail is also accessible from the Cascade Campground.

Nearby Attractions

  • Clark Fork River

  • Quinns natural hot springs.

  • The Iron Mountain Trail #242, historic wagon road.

  • Cascade Falls

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 210-5287.

Directions

  • Off I-90 take Exit 33 at St. Regis, Montana and travel 18 miles northeast on state Highway 135. Campground entrance is on your right.

  • From Plains Montana, take highway 200 east to Highway 135. Travel 13 miles southwest. Cascade Campground entrance is on your left.

Activities

BIKING BOATING CAMPING FISHING HIKING KAYAKING PHOTOGRAPHY PICNICKING RAFTING STAR GAZING WATER ACCESS

Details

Fee$15.00 per night. Extra vehicle not in tow $5.00. Group site $20.00 per night. Extra vehicle not in tow $5.00.
Email[email protected]
ReservableYes

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