Court Sheriff Campground

Campground · Montana · 47 bookable sites ·

Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation

47
Bookable sites
100 ft
Max rig length
up to 16
People per site
3
Accessible sites
3,835 ft
Elevation
Court Sheriff Campground
Photo: BOR · Recreation.gov

Overview

Court Sheriff Campground is located at the very north end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Montana Highway 284. Court Sheriff Campground offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. Court Sheriff Campground is named for the Sheriff family. In 1865 Court Sheriff moved into the region from the state of Illinois to Montana to work the mines. Court Sheriff first worked the mines in Diamond City, then hired on as a carpenter to help build a wooden flume for the Magpie-Gave Hill ditch. In 1875 he opened a general mercantile to serve the miners east of the Missouri River at Cavetown. He moved to nearby Canyon Ferry in 1880, and by 1883 had established a general store and later added a livery stable and two-and-a-half-story hotel.

Recreation

Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of year-round recreational opportunities. Water related activities include everything from swimming and fishing to sailing and motor-boating. Canoeists and kayakers explore the many quiet backwater bays. Jet skiers, windsurfers and water skiers skim the summer waves, while winter draws ice fishermen, ice boaters and ice skaters.

Facilities

Court Sheriff Campground is very popular and a well-developed campground. The campground is paved with 48 campsites, most are located along the water. During the peak summer months services include vault toilets, potable water, trash, recycling containers and a campground host.

Natural Features

Court Sheriff Campground sits at the north end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir between the Big Belt and Elkhorns mountain ranges.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 475-3920.

Nearby Attractions

Court Sheriff Campground on Canyon Ferry Reservoir is located halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park along with the capital city of Helena, Montana. For up to date events visit, www.helenamt.com.

The facts

  • 47 bookable sites
  • 48 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 3 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 100 ft
  • Up to 16 people per site

Site types

  • 43 Standard Nonelectric
  • 4 Tent Only Nonelectric
  • 1 Management

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

48 campsites at Court Sheriff Campground

Check-in 5:00 PM · Check-out 4:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeAccessWaterMax rigPeople
001 Host —Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
002—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
003—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
004—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8♿ 🐾
005—Standard NonelectricPull ThroughPavedSlightDrive In—100 ft16 🐾
006—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront45 ft8 🐾
007—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront55 ft8 🐾
008—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront45 ft16 🐾
009—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront55 ft16 🐾
010—ManagementParallelPavedSlightDrive In——4 🐾
011—Standard NonelectricPull ThroughPavedModerateDrive InLakefront75 ft8♿ 🐾
012—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront40 ft8 🐾
013—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
014—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront35 ft8 🐾
015—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
016—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront40 ft8 🐾
017—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
018—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront40 ft8 🐾
019—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront45 ft8 🐾
020—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront40 ft8 🐾
021—Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlightDrive In—50 ft8 🐾
022—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront40 ft8 🐾
023—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
024—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
025—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront50 ft8 🐾
026—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront45 ft8 🐾
027—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront46 ft8 🐾
028—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront45 ft8 🐾
029—Standard NonelectricBack InGravelSlightDrive In—45 ft8 🐾
030—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront45 ft8 🐾
031—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront55 ft8 🐾
032—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront55 ft8 🐾
033—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront45 ft8 🐾
034—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront50 ft8 🐾
035—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive InLakefront35 ft8 🐾
036—Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlightWalk In——8 🐾
037—Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlightWalk In——8 🐾
038—Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlightWalk In——8 🐾
039—Tent Only NonelectricBack InPavedSlightWalk In——8♿ 🐾
040—Standard NonelectricPull ThroughPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
041—Standard NonelectricPull ThroughPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
042—Standard NonelectricPull ThroughPavedSlightDrive In—50 ft8 🐾
043—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
044—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—30 ft8 🐾
045 Host—Standard NonelectricPull ThroughPavedModerateDrive In—60 ft8 🐾
046—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—40 ft8 🐾
047—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—30 ft8 🐾
048—Standard NonelectricBack InPavedSlightDrive In—30 ft8 🐾

Getting there

Heading north along MT highway 12/287, drive north to Spokane Creek Rd and turn right Yellow flashing light. Follow Spokane Creek Rd for 4.6 mi and turn right onto Co Rd 430/Canyon Ferry Rd and continue on to Court Sheriff Campground. The campground will be on the right.

46.65794, -111.70772 · 46°39'28.6"N 111°42'27.8"W

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Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 32°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F323748576675868573584333
Low °F141725324249555345342314
Precip in0.40.40.51.01.92.21.11.01.00.80.60.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

We only charge fees during "Peak Seasons" the 1st weekend of May through the second weekend of September.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Photo: BOR · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Court Sheriff Campground

Can you reserve a site at Court Sheriff Campground?
Yes, Court Sheriff Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Court Sheriff Campground have?
48 sites in total, of which 47 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Court Sheriff Campground?
100 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Court Sheriff Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Court Sheriff Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Court Sheriff Campground?
Campfires are allowed at Court Sheriff Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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