Spillway Campground (Mt)
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Philipsburg, MT, MT
Price: From $15 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)
Season: Late May through September
Spillway Campground is located in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwest Montana. It is situated on the northwestern shore of the East Fork Reservoir, flanked by forested hillsides with views of the Anaconda-Pintler range. Campsites are surrounded by mature conifers, and several sites are set back from the lake’s edge, offering an ideal setting for visitors seeking recreation and relaxation.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Fishing
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Spillway Campground sits on the northwestern shore of East Fork Reservoir in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest with views of the Anaconda-Pintler range and mature conifer surroundings. It offers close access to the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness with activities including fishing, hiking, biking, and water recreation.
Wildlife alert: Moose, Bald Eagle, Red Fox, White-tailed Deer, Spruce Grouse, and Mountain Bluebird documented in area
Insider tips for Spillway Campground (Mt): Book early—this is a federal campground with seasonal operations Site #8 specifically noted in reviews as fully shaded and flat with reservoir views Visit in late September for fewer campers, though verify campground is still open as season ends
Skip Spillway Campground (Mt) if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available. You want to avoid crowded mid-August weekends. You prefer sites with more spacing—reviewers noted sites are close together. You expect reliable fishing—reviewers reported catching no fish despite 10-12 hour attempts.
Best time to visit Spillway Campground (Mt): Late August to early September — Reviews indicate better site availability outside peak mid-August crowds while campground is still open.
Nearby campgrounds: East Fork Campground (Mt) (MT), Piney Campground And Boat Launch (Anaconda, MT), Philipsburg Bay Campground (Anaconda, MT), Moose Lake Cabin (Philipsburg, MT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Spillway Campground (Mt)
Cell signal at Spillway Campground (Mt) (Philipsburg, MT): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Spillway Campground is located in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwest Montana. It is situated on the northwestern shore of the East Fork Reservoir, flanked by forested hillsides with views of the Anaconda-Pintler range. Campsites are surrounded by mature conifers, and several sites are set back from the lake’s edge, offering an ideal setting for visitors seeking recreation and relaxation.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with seasonal operations
Site #8 specifically noted in reviews as fully shaded and flat with reservoir views
Visit in late September for fewer campers, though verify campground is still open as season ends
Reviews indicate better site availability outside peak mid-August crowds while campground is still open
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Philipsburg, travel south on Highway 1 for about 6.5 miles to the junction with Skalkaho Highway/Highway 38. Turn right onto Highway 38 and continue west for 6.1 miles. You will see an approach sign for East Fork Reservoir/Wilderness Access/672. Turn right onto County Road 672 and continue for 5.4 miles, following signs for East Fork Reservoir. At 5.4 miles you will reach a junction, continue straight and the road becomes County Road 5141, and you will follow this road for 1 mile. At the re
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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