Philipsburg Bay Campground
Campground · 34 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Deerlodge National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 34
- Bookable sites
- 60 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 12
- Accessible sites
- 6,392 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Philipsburg Bay Campground is adjacent to Georgetown Lake and provides ideal access to fishing, boating and water skiing. It is located in the Pintler Ranger District of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, the largest national forest in Montana. Surrounded by mountains of outstanding beauty, the location is perfect for visitors who enjoy mountain and water sports or those who prefer relaxing and taking in the spectacular view.
Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Recreation
Canoeing and boating are popular activities at the lake. Hikers, horseback riders and mountain bikers will find no shortage of trails within a few miles of the campground.
Georgetown Lake is a prime destination for fishing and fly fishing with kokanee salmon, rainbow and brook trout being the most sought-after species. It is illegal to target Bull Trout, if caught they must be released immediately with minimal handling. Participants must have Montana licenses to hunt or fish.
Facilities
The campground has 65 sites in total, 34 sites are reservable and 31 sites are available as first-come, first-served.
Loop A and half of loop B are first-come, first-served. Loop C and half of Loop B can be reserved in advance during the summer season. It is available for RV or tent camping and is boater-friendly with paved roads and a boat ramp.
Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Natural Features
The campground overlooks the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. Georgetown Lake is a large mountain lake spanning close to 3,000 acres at an elevation of over 6,000 ft. Lodgepole pines enclose the lake and surrounding mountains, providing a home to abundant wildlife including moose, elk, white-tailed deer and even bighorn sheep. Water birds such as the graceful blue heron as well as hawks and other birds of prey also inhabit the lake area.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (406) 859-3211.Nearby Attractions
Town of Philipsburg and Anacaonda, gem mining, hiking, fly fishing, atving.Charges & Cancellations
Must cancel 4 days in advanceThe facts
- 34 bookable sites
- 45 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 12 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 60 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: B, C, S&P
Site types
- 30 Standard Nonelectric
- 11 Management
- 4 Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
45 campsites at Philipsburg Bay Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 025 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 026 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 027 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 028 | B | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 029 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 030 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 031 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 032 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 033 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 034 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 035 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 036 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 037 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 038 | B | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 039 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 040 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 041 | B | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 42 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 43 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 44 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 45 | C | Management | Back In | Paved | Lakefront | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 46 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 47 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 48 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 49 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 50 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 51 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 52 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 53 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 54 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 55 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 56 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 57 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 58 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 59 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 60 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 61 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 62 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 63 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 64 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 65 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 66 | C | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 67 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 68 | C | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| Standard, S&P | S&P | Management | Back In | Paved | — | 60 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
46.20639, -113.29000 · 46°12'23.0"N 113°17'24.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 1.5 | 1.9 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.7 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.7 | 2.0 | 2.1 | 2.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.4 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 Philipsburg Bay Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Philipsburg Bay Campground?
- Yes, Philipsburg Bay Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Philipsburg Bay Campground have?
- 45 sites in total, of which 34 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Philipsburg Bay Campground?
- 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Philipsburg Bay Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Philipsburg Bay Campground.
- Does Philipsburg Bay Campground have hookups?
- Electric.
- Are campfires allowed at Philipsburg Bay Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Philipsburg Bay Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Philipsburg Bay Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Philipsburg Bay Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- There is a per night fee ($17.00) for this campground. There is a $5.00 day-use fee per vehicle with an option for a $50.00 season pass for the boat launch. The season pass day-use fee is good for Grassy, Piney, Philipsburg Bay, and Red Bridge.
Restrictions:
- 16 day stay limit; Food Storage Requirements
Accessibility:
- Accessible Facilities: Toilet
Camping near Philipsburg Bay Campground
- Lodgepole Campground (on Georgetown Lake, Montana) 0.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Piney Campground and Boat Launch 0.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Spring Hill Campground 6.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- West Fork Of Rock Creek Cabin (MT) 12.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lodgepole Campground 0.9 mi · Campground
- Piney Campground and Picnic Area 0.9 mi · Campground
- Flint Creek Campground 2 mi · Campground
- Cable Mountain Campground 2.3 mi · Campground
- Pintler Ranger District 4.4 mi · Facility
- East Fork Group Picnic Area 6.8 mi · Campground
- Spillway Campground 7.1 mi · Campground
- West Fork of Rock Creek Cabin 13.5 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 406-210-8199
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-16.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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