Earl Tennant Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Earl Tennant Campground, located in Montana’s Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, offers a peaceful, forested setting with eight free, first-come, first-served campsites—no reservations or permits required.


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Summary

The campground features picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, but no water or hookups, so come prepared. Suitable for tents and small RVs, it's a quiet spot surrounded by lodgepole pine near the Continental Divide Trail, perfect for hiking and wildlife viewing. The vibe is rustic and serene, ideal for solitude seekers. Best visited June–September when access roads are clear. Dispersed camping is also allowed nearby for those wanting more privacy.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Earl TennantClark Fork below Missoula MT Preview Clark Fork Below Missoula Mt
2290.0cfs
2290cfs
Earl TennantBitterroot River near Missoula MT Preview Bitterroot River Near Missoula Mt
1020.0cfs
1020cfs
Earl TennantClark Fork above Missoula MT Preview Clark Fork Above Missoula Mt
1110.0cfs
1110cfs
Earl TennantBitterroot River at Bell Crossing nr Victor MT Preview Bitterroot River At Bell Crossing Nr Victor Mt
670.0cfs
670cfs
Earl TennantClark Fork at Turah Bridge nr Bonner MT Preview Clark Fork At Turah Bridge Nr Bonner Mt
706.0cfs
706cfs
Earl TennantBlackfoot River near Bonner MT Preview Blackfoot River Near Bonner Mt
382.0cfs
382cfs

Camping Essential Practices

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.

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