Can you reserve a site at Spring Gulch?

Yes, Spring Gulch is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Spring Gulch?

65 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Spring Gulch, Montana — 12 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Spring Gulch Campground is a well-maintained campground located about 50 feet from the highway, on the banks of the scenic Bitterroot River. Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing and swimming. The campground provides accessible sites and amenities, making it a comfortable spot for anyone to relax in the mountains of southwestern Montana.

Recreation

A number of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed near the campground. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail can be accessed not far from the campground, as well as trails that lead to the area's numerous mountain peaks.

A variety of natural hot springs exist in the area, including Lost Trail Hot Springs, which is approximately seven miles south of the campground. The springs are popular places for swimming. A general store and lodging are located nearby.

Rafting, canoeing, kayaking and fishing on the Bitterroot River are also popular activities. A short paved path meanders along the river and an accessible fishing dock is located within the campground. Anglers can expect to find mainly cutthroat trout, but other freshwater species are available.

Facilities

The campground offers single and double-family campsites, some of which are accessible. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are accessible vault toilets and drinking water. RV hookups are not available.

Natural Features

Located on the banks of the Bitterroot River, the campground is nestled in a ponderosa pine forest. It is easily accessible from Highway 93 and sits at an elevation of about 4,300 feet in the Bitterroot National Forest. A variety of wildlife, including big game like mule and white-tailed deer, elk and moose, makes its home in the area.

Nearby Attractions

The small town of Sula is less than five miles from the campground, offering gas and a post office.

The facts

Season: May — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
12 bookable sites
1 site for day use only
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 65 ft
Up to 20 people per site
Loops: GULC

Site types

8 Standard Nonelectric
2 RV Nonelectric
1 Group Picnic Area
1 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, grills, pets allowed.

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12 campsites at Spring Gulch

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Water	Max rig	People
001	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	52 ft	6
002	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	25 ft	6	♿
003	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	65 ft	6
004	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Drive In	—	55 ft	6
005	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	Hike In	—	—	6
006	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	55 ft	6
007	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	50 ft	6
008	GULC	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	50 ft	6
009	GULC	Rv Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	50 ft	6
010	GULC	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	Drive In	Riverfront	20 ft	8
011	GULC	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	Drive In	—	—	6
Group Picnic	GULC	Group Picnic Area	—	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	—	20

Getting there

The campground is located in southwestern Montana, approximately 75 miles south of Missoula. From Sula, travel three miles northwest on Highway 93.

45.85861, -114.02306 · 45°51'31.0"N 114°1'23.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 82°F in Jul, down to 33°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	34	39	48	55	64	72	82	81	73	58	43	33
Low °F	13	14	22	27	33	40	43	40	34	27	20	12
Precip in	0.7	0.8	1.0	1.8	2.1	2.7	1.2	1.1	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Spring Gulch

Can you reserve a site at Spring Gulch?: Yes, Spring Gulch is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Spring Gulch have?: 12 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Spring Gulch?: 65 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Also listed by

Spring Gulch also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Spring Gulch's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$15/Night for single unit, $5/Night for extra vehicle

Restrictions:

Camping limited to 16 consecutive days. Quiet hours: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pets must be leashed.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Phone 406-821-3913
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Spring Gulch