Campground

Charles Waters Campground

The Charles Waters campground is paved asphalt with 26 campsites plus one double site, including 4 pull-through, one bicycle site, and one horse site; there is also one accessible site with electric hook-up.

Listed under Picnic spots · Hiking trails · Paved & step-free paths · Horseback riding trails · Campgrounds · Wildlife & bird watching · Nature centers & history sites

A sign for a campground stands in a forest.
Photo from fs.usda.gov

About this place

The Charles Waters campground is paved asphalt with 26 campsites plus one double site, including 4 pull-through, one bicycle site, and one horse site; there is also one accessible site with electric hook-up. The campground also has water; accessible vault toilets; open meadow for activities and can accommodate RV's or trailers to 70 feet.

Practical information

Town
Other towns
Arrival
From Stevensville take the Stevi cut-off road to Highway 93. Travel north 3.7 miles and turn west (left) onto Bass Creek Road. Travel approximately 2 miles to the campground.
Parking
Extra vehicle fee $5 per vehicle.
Route surface
Paved asphalt
Fees
Overnight Use: Single Site: $15 per night Additional Vehicle: $5 per night
Hours
May-October. Campground open 24 hours, 7 days week during operational season.
Dogs
Pets must be leashed.
Use rules
Food Storage Required: Bitterroot National Forest Food Storage Order. Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days: Camping Restrictions Regional Order. Weed Free feed required: Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Regional Order.
Managed by
Federal agency
Phone
(406) 777-5461

Activities

  • Picnicking
  • Hiking
  • Horse camping
  • Horseback riding
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor science and learning
  • Viewing wildlife

Amenities

  • Water
  • Restroom

Accessibility

  • Paved surface
  • Accessible restroom

Sources

from fs.usda.gov/r01/bitterroot/recreation/charles-waters-campgr… updated