Kading Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 5, 2025
Kading Campground, located in Montana’s Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest near the scenic Little Blackfoot River, offers 11 first-come, first-served established campsites—no reservations or permits required; $10/night fee.
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Summary
Amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water (seasonal). No RV hookups, but small RVs/trailers can access the site. Surrounded by dense forest with a serene, rustic vibe, it’s perfect for quiet nature escapes. Popular nearby trails include Kading Trailhead and Continental Divide Trail segments. Ideal from late spring to early fall, the campground provides a peaceful base for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in a lush, high-country setting.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Kading
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Kading Campground
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Lading campground
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Kading Cabin
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Basin Canyon
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Whitehouse Campground
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tenmile Creek Near Rimini Mt
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1cfs |
Clark Fork At Deer Lodge Mt
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156cfs |
Little Blackfoot River Near Garrison Mt
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117cfs |
Lost Creek Near Galen
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36cfs |
Clark Fork Near Galen Mt
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139cfs |
Tenmile Creek Near Helena Mt
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16cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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
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ROCKER PEAK
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4" |
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ROCKER PEAK
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4" |
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NOHRSC FROHNER MEADOW
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1" |
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FROHNER MEADOW
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0" |
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NOHRSC HELENA 2.0 NNW
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HELENA AP ASOS
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Trail #329, Sec. 15, T7N, R7W To Sec. 28, T8N, R7W
Sec. 28, T8N, R7W To Ontario Creek, Sec. 12, T8N, R7W