Evans Bend campground
Evans Bend
Nearby points of interest include the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and the Gates of the Mountains Wilderness Area, which is accessible by boat from nearby marinas.
Campground amenities include fire pits, picnic tables, and vault toilets. However, there is no potable water available, so visitors should bring their own or treat water from the river.
Interesting facts about the area include the Lewis and Clark Expedition passing through the area in 1805 and the Missouri River being the longest river in North America.
The best time of year to visit the Evans Bend Campsite is from May to September, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-80s Fahrenheit. Visitors should be aware of potential wildfires in the area during the summer months.
Sources:
- Montana Wilderness Association
- Bureau of Land Management
- National Park Service
What's on-site at Evans Bend
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 Evans Bend, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seineurs Reach | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wood Bottom | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wood Bottom Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wood Bottom Recreation Area - Umrbnm | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Black Bluff Rapids | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Evans Bend -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt | 5,830 cfs | → |
| Teton River At Loma Mt | 21 cfs | → |
| Marias River Near Loma Mt | 490 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Virgelle Mt | 6,470 cfs | → |
| Missouri River Near Great Falls Mt | 5,700 cfs | → |
| Marias River Near Chester Mt | 526 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Evans Bend -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Benton | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brady 27 Ene (The Knees) | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chester 10.5 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Great Falls Airport | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Rocky Boy | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rocky Boy | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Seineurs Reach
- Wood Bottom Recreation Area
- Coal Banks Landing
- Lone Tree Coulee
- Hole In The Wall Rec Site
- Little Sandy Coulee Rec Site
Fishing spots
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 Evans Bend as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Evans Bend
Can I make reservations at Evans Bend?
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 Evans Bend?
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 Evans Bend.