Bear Canyon Campground

Bear Canyon Campground is a private campground six miles east of downtown Bozeman, Montana, just off I-90 at Exit 313. In our Bozeman guide it fills the middle ground between the hot springs resort splurge and the budget forest service sites: a compact park with about 63 sites, 31 of them pull-through, a mix of full and electric/water hookups, plus tent camping. It suits families with kids who will use the pool, and budget-conscious RVers who want easy interstate access and do not mind close quarters.

Bear Canyon Campground at a glance

Hookups	Full and partial (20/30/50 amp)
Sites	~63 total (31 pull-through, mix of full and partial hookups)
Cost	~$50-70/night for RV sites
Season	May 1 – October 15
Amenities	Swimming pool, playground, laundry, dump station, WiFi
Best for	Families with kids (pool), budget-conscious RVers who do not mind close quarters

Why RVers stay here

Hookups are 20/30/50-amp with roughly 31 full-hookup and 32 water/electric sites, and amenities include a swimming pool, playground, laundry, WiFi and a dump station. RV sites run about $50 to $70 per night depending on hookup level and season, and the park operates May 1 through October 15. The trade-off is space: reviewers consistently report five feet or less between neighbors. One access warning matters more than the rest: there is a 13-foot-3 low bridge at the I-90 underpass near the entrance, so know your rig height and confirm the approach route when you book.

✓Swimming pool and playground, a real draw for families in summer

✓31 pull-through sites and 20/30/50-amp service

✓Reasonable Bozeman-area rates at roughly $50-$70 per night

✓Quick I-90 access six miles from downtown, handy for Yellowstone or Bridger day trips

!Very tight sites; expect five feet or less between neighbors

!13-foot-3 low bridge at the I-90 underpass near the entrance; confirm your route and rig height

!Seasonal only, May 1 to October 15

What our guides say about Bear Canyon Campground

Excerpts from the RV Parks Guide articles that cover this campground. Each links to the full guide.

Regional guide

Bozeman RV Parks: Mountain Town Camping Done Right

Six miles east of downtown off I-90 (Exit 313), Bear Canyon fills a middle ground between the hot springs splurge and the budget forest service sites. It is a compact park with 31 pull-through sites, 31 full hookups, and 32 electric/water hookups, plus tent camping. The campground offers 20/30/50-amp service, and amenities include a swimming pool, playground, laundry, and a dump station.

The sites are tight — reviewers consistently mention 5 feet or less between neighbors — so if you value elbow room, this is not your park. But the facilities are clean, the pool is a genuine draw for families with kids on hot summer days, and the location gives you quick I-90 access in both directions. Rates are reasonable, with RV sites in the $50-70 per night range depending on hookup level and season.

One critical access note: like Bozeman Trail, there is a low bridge (13'3") at the I-90 underpass near the entrance. Know your rig height and confirm the approach route when booking. The campground is open May 1 through October 15.

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Bear Canyon Campground: frequently asked questions

Does Bear Canyon Campground have full hookups?

Yes, about 31 full-hookup sites, plus roughly 32 water/electric sites, all with 20/30/50-amp service. There is also a dump station.

How much does Bear Canyon Campground cost per night?

Roughly $50-$70 per night for RV sites depending on hookup level and season. Confirm current rates with the campground.

What is the max RV length at Bear Canyon Campground?

Our guide does not publish a length limit, but 31 sites are pull-through. Give the campground your full length, and note the 13-foot-3 clearance at the I-90 underpass near the entrance.

How far is Bear Canyon Campground from Bozeman?

About six miles east of downtown Bozeman, just off I-90 at Exit 313.

Is Bear Canyon Campground open year-round?

No. It operates from May 1 through October 15.