Big Nelson Campground

  • Mailing Address
  • 3583 Highway 83
  • Seeley Lake, MT 59868
  • Contact Information
  • Phone: 406-677-2233
  • Fax: 406-677-3902

Big Nelson Campground is located in the Seeley Lake Ranger District. There are 6 campsites and a vault toilet. No drinking water available. No trash removal, pack-in/pack-out. Fishing and boat launch on Cooper's Lake. 7 miles by trail to Bob Marshall and Scapegoat Wilderness areas. Gas and groceries can be found 19 miles away, and horse rental and outfitter guide service is just 4 miles away. The maximum recommended trailer length is 16 feet. Please limit your stay to 14 days. Season of operation depends upon weather conditions and accessibility.

Area Activities

  • fishing
  • rv camping
  • tent camping
  • hiking
  • picnicking
  • river fishing
  • boating

Services And Amenities

  • pets allowed
  • toilets
  • trail
  • boat launch
  • campsite
  • picnic tables

Driving Directions

Travel 7 miles east of Ovando on Montana Highway 200 to North Fork Blackfoot Road 500, turn north, then travel 12 miles. Good gravel road.

Season / Hours Of Operation

  • Season
  • 6/15 - 9/15

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