Crystal Lake Group Campsite
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: White Sulphur Springs, MT, MT
Price: From $40 per night
Rating: 3.4 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Crystal Lake Group Campground is located in the beautiful Big Snowies south of Lewistown, Montana, at 5,700 feet. Home to the Crystal Lake recreation area, visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in the Snowies.The lake provides opportunities for swimming, fishing and canoeing. The various trails that stem from the Crystal Lake complex provide excellent views and interesting photo opportunities.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing
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Crystal Lake Group Campsite offers excellent hiking, fishing, and water recreation in the scenic Big Snowies at 5,700 feet elevation. Campers praise the gorgeous lake, sparkling waterfalls, ice caves, and serene no-wake conditions ideal for canoeing.
Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, elk, and mule deer present in area; also ruffed grouse and dusky grouse
Insider tips for Crystal Lake Group Campsite: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Crystal Lake Road is narrow—RVs and large vehicles may find access challenging; high-clearance vehicles recommended Only 1 tent site available, so expect limited availability
Skip Crystal Lake Group Campsite if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You prefer shaded campsites—recent tree removal has left the area wide open with minimal shade or privacy. You're traveling outside May-October—campground operates seasonally.
Best time to visit Crystal Lake Group Campsite: July-September — Peak season within May-October operating window; avoids early/late shoulder season weather.
Nearby campgrounds: Crystal Lake Cabin (STANFORD, MT), Judith Guard Station (STANFORD, MT), Hunters Spring Cabin (HARLOWTON, MT), Dry Wolf Cabin (STANFORD, MT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Crystal Lake Group Campsite
Cell signal at Crystal Lake Group Campsite (White Sulphur Springs, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
The Crystal Lake Group Campground is located in the beautiful Big Snowies south of Lewistown, Montana, at 5,700 feet. Home to the Crystal Lake recreation area, visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in the Snowies.The lake provides opportunities for swimming, fishing and canoeing. The various trails that stem from the Crystal Lake complex provide excellent views and interesting photo opportunities.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with high demand
Crystal Lake Road is narrow
RVs and large vehicles may find access challenging; high-clearance vehicles recommended
Only 1 tent site available, so expect limited availability
Peak season within May-October operating window; avoids early/late shoulder season weather
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Lewistown, drive west on Montana Highway 200/US 87 for about 8 miles. Turn left (south) on Crystal Lake Road. Continue south, following the well-signed directions to the lake for 20 miles. At the "T" junction, turn left and continue on to Crystal Lake. The last 6 miles is paved and mostly a single lane. On December 1, the paved section is gated, and access beyond the gate is by snowmobile, skis, snowshoes or hiking only.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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