Boulware Reservoir campground
Boulware Reservoir
Nearby points of interest include the Medicine Rocks State Park, where visitors can explore unique rock formations and learn about the area's history and culture. The Tongue River Canyon is also nearby and offers excellent hiking and fishing opportunities.
The campground itself boasts amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. The area is also known for its excellent fishing, with a variety of trout species available in the reservoir.
Interesting facts about the area include its importance to early Native American tribes in the region, who used the Lower Powder watershed for hunting and fishing. The area was also important for early settlers, who relied on the water for irrigation and agriculture.
The best time to visit the Boulware Reservoir Campground is in the summer months, when temperatures average around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 50 degrees at night. It is important to note that the campground is only open from May to September.
Sources:
- https://www.visitmt.com/places-to-go/parks-and-recreation/campground/boulware-reservoir-campground.html
- https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234257
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/custergallatin/recarea/?recid=8088
What's on-site at Boulware Reservoir
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Boulware Reservoir, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rest Reservoir | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Marshall Reservoir | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| South Sandstone Fas | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Maier Reservoir | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Medicine Rocks State Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Boulware Reservoir -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Powder River Near Locate Mt | 14 cfs | → |
| Pumpkin Creek Near Miles City Mt | 0 cfs | → |
| Tongue River At Miles City Mt | 54 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Miles City Mt | 10,600 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River At Marmarth | 18 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River At Glendive Mt | 9,960 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Boulware Reservoir as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Boulware Reservoir
Can I make reservations at Boulware Reservoir?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Boulware Reservoir?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Boulware Reservoir.