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Wade Lake (Mt)

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

Wade Lake Campground is located in southwestern Montana on the shore of it’s scenic namesake lake. There are five vault toilets and five drinking water spigots spread throughout the campground. At an elevation of 6217 feet, the campground and lake lie in the bottom of a forested ravine at the southern end of the Gravelly mountain range.

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

There are five vault toilets and five drinking water spigots spread throughout the campground. Water is available May to September. Picnic tables and fire rings are located in each site. Two group camping sites and two walk-in tent camping sites are available. “Bear proof” bins enable compliance with food storage regulations. A natural surface boat launch, suitable for small boats and trailers, is provided. Day-use parking space for the lake is minimal. Garbage service is provided only from May 15 to September 15.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 6217 feet, the campground and lake lie in the bottom of a forested ravine at the southern end of the Gravelly mountain range. The spring fed 200 acre lake is known for its beautiful clear aquamarine water. The larger Cliff Lake is less than 1 mile away. Moose, deer, eagles, an occasional bear and a variety of waterfowl can be seen in the area .

Recreation

Wade Lake offers fishing for rainbow and brown trout, as well as boating, canoeing and swimming, despite the cold water. Boats can be rented at Wade Lake Resort. Just five miles away, the world renowned Madison River offers blue ribbon flyfishing. Hiking trails begin right at the campground , as well as, in the nearby Lee Metcalf Wilderness. Off Road Vehicle trails are abundant in the Gravelly range though there are no trails in the immediate campground area.

Nearby Attractions

Cliff Lake, Cliff Point Campground and Hilltop Campground are within one mile. Hilltop is available on a “first come first served” basis. The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is about 35 miles east at West Yellowstone. The Earthquake Lake Visitor Center and Geologic Site is about a ten mile drive. The Lee Metcalf designated wilderness begins about five miles to the northeast. A short drive will bring you to much larger Hebgen Lake to the east and Henry's Lake to the south.

Important notices

Cellular service is not available at the campground but may be available at the top of the hill, about one and one half miles away.
There is a food storage order in place. All food and attractants must be stored in a bear-proof manner when unattended.
There is a 16 consecutive day camping limit at a single site and 32 day cumulative limit, at multiple sites, within a calendar year.
Garbage service is available from May 15 - September 15. Otherwise, it is Pack It In, Pack It Out.

More at Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

Other tracked campgrounds from the same park or area.

Surrounding campgrounds

Other tracked campgrounds within driving distance, nearest first.

Hilltop Campground (Mt)

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

0.6 mi

Cliff Point (Mt)

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

0.9 mi

Madison River (Mt)

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

5 mi

West Fork Madison Campground

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

5.4 mi

Riverview Campground

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

5.5 mi

Eldridge Guard Station

Custer Gallatin National Forest

22.3 mi

Common questions

Is Wade Lake (Mt) available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 8 of the next 14 days, starting Tue, Jul 28. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

How do I book Wade Lake (Mt)?

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