High Lake/Sportsman Jct Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 4, 2025

High Lake/Sportsman Junction in Montana offers both dispersed and a few primitive established campsites, nestled in a scenic, high-alpine forest setting near the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness.


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Summary

No reservations or permits are required, and camping is free. Amenities are minimal—expect no water, no hookups, and pit toilets (if maintained). Some sites have fire rings and picnic tables. RV access is possible on rougher forest roads, but better suited for high-clearance vehicles. The area offers a peaceful, remote experience with access to nearby trails like Johnson Lake and Storm Lake Pass. Best visited July–September, when snow has melted and wildflowers peak. Ideal for solitude seekers and hikers.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

High Lake/Sportsman JctYellowstone River at Corwin Springs MT Preview Yellowstone River At Corwin Springs Mt
820.0cfs
820cfs
High Lake/Sportsman JctGardner River near Mammoth YNP Preview Gardner River Near Mammoth Ynp
89.6cfs
90cfs
High Lake/Sportsman JctBoiling River at Mammoth Preview Boiling River At Mammoth
22.8cfs
23cfs
High Lake/Sportsman JctMadison River bl Hebgen Lake nr Grayling MT Preview Madison River Bl Hebgen Lake Nr Grayling Mt
665.0cfs
665cfs
High Lake/Sportsman JctTantalus Creek at Norris Junction Preview Tantalus Creek At Norris Junction
3.8cfs
4cfs
High Lake/Sportsman JctMadison River near West Yellowstone MT Preview Madison River Near West Yellowstone Mt
309.0cfs
309cfs

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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Nearby Snowpack Depths View more

CARROT BASIN
17.0"
17"
CARROT BASIN
17.0"
17"
BEAVER CREEK
0.0"
0"
NOHRSC BEAVER CREEK
1.0"
1"
WEST YELLOWSTONE
0.0"
0"
NOHRSC SHOWER FALLS
10.0"
10"
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River Runs