Court Sheriff Campground

Helena, MT

4.5(122 reviews)

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About this campground

Court Sheriff Campground is located at the very north end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, near Helena, Montana, along Montana Highway 284. Court Sheriff Campground offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. Court Sheriff Campground is named for the Sheriff family. In 1865 Court Sheriff moved into the region from the state of Illinois to Montana to work the mines. Court Sheriff first worked the mines in Diamond City, then hired on as a carpenter to help build a wooden flume for the Magpie-Gave Hill ditch. In 1875 he opened a general mercantile to serve the miners east of the Missouri River at Cavetown. He moved to nearby Canyon Ferry in 1880, and by 1883 had established a general store and later added a livery stable and two-and-a-half-story hotel. Court Sheriff Campground is very popular and a well-developed campground. The campground is paved with 48 campsites, most are located along the water. During the peak summer months services include vault toilets, potable water, trash, recycling containers and a campground host.

What campers say

Court Sheriff Campground sits on the lake with easy water access and pleasant views, making it convenient for boating, fishing and water play. Camp hosts are frequently described as friendly and attentive, and the grounds are generally clean and well maintained with paved sites, picnic tables, fire rings/grills and vault toilets. Sites can accommodate larger rigs, though some loops feel close together while a few walk-in tent sites offer more seclusion. Hookups are limited—expect mostly boondocking, with freshwater fill stations at some locations. Low nightly fees and a family-friendly atmosphere make it a good value for lake-focused camping.

Our summary of 122 traveler reviews.