Stony Campground campground
Stony Campground
The campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience comfortable. Visitors can enjoy clean and well-maintained restrooms, picnic tables, and fire pits. However, it is important to note that there are no hookups for RVs at this campground, making it more suitable for tent camping.
Reservations are not accepted at Stony Campground, and sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. It is recommended to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a spot.
The best time to visit Stony Campground is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and hiking trails are easily accessible. It is essential to pack warm clothing, as temperatures can drop significantly during the night, even in the summer. Additionally, be prepared for potentially heavy rainfall during the spring season.
Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundant wildlife in the area, including deer, elk, and various bird species. Hikers can explore nearby trails, while fishing enthusiasts can try their luck at the nearby river. However, caution should be exercised when hiking, as encounters with bears are possible. It is important to follow proper bear safety protocols and store food securely.
What's on-site at Stony Campground
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 Stony Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squaw Rock | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Stony Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cy's Place | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Morrison Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bighorn Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Stony Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Fork Rock Cr Nr Philipsburg Mt | 262 cfs | → |
| Flint Creek Near Southern Cross Mt | 31 cfs | → |
| Flint Creek At Maxville Mt | 41 cfs | → |
| Boulder Creek At Maxville Mt | 82 cfs | → |
| Bitterroot River At Bell Crossing Nr Victor Mt | 2,960 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek Near Clinton Mt | 1,120 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Stony Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Pine | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Pine | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Skalkaho Summit | 13.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Skalkaho Summit | 13.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Combination | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Combination | 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.
Parks
- Lolo National Forest
- Wilderness Welcome Creek
- Beavertail Hill State Park
- Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge
- Fort Owen State Park
- Blodgett Park
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 Stony Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stony Campground
Can I make reservations at Stony Campground?
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 Stony Campground?
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 Stony Campground.