Wood Bottom Recreation Area campground
Wood Bottom Recreation Area
The nearby town of Cascade offers a range of attractions, including the Cascade Museum and the iconic Dearborn Bridge. Additionally, visitors can explore the nearby Lewis and Clark National Forest, which is home to a range of wildlife, including elk, deer, and bighorn sheep.
The campground offers a variety of amenities, including picnic areas, fire pits, and a boat ramp. There are also restrooms and potable water available on-site. RV and tent camping options are available, with sites accommodating up to 40-foot RVs.
Interesting facts about the area include its rich history as a trading and transportation hub during the early 1800s. The area was also explored by the famous Lewis and Clark expedition in 1805.
The best time of year to visit the Wood Bottom Recreation Area Campground is during the summer months when temperatures range from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. This time of year offers the best opportunities for outdoor activities and enjoying the surrounding scenery.
Sources:
- "Wood Bottom Recreation Area Campground." Recreation.gov, www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232022.
- "Cascade, Montana." Montana's Missouri River Country, www.missouririver.visitmt.com/town/cascade.
- "Lewis and Clark National Forest." U.S. Forest Service, www.fs.usda.gov/lcnf.
What's on-site at Wood Bottom Recreation Area
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 Wood Bottom Recreation Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Bottom Recreation Area - Umrbnm | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wood Bottom | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Black Bluff Rapids | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Seineurs Reach | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Evans Bend | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wood Bottom Recreation Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Teton River At Loma Mt | 20 cfs | → |
| Marias River Near Loma Mt | 477 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Fort Benton Mt | 6,610 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Virgelle Mt | 6,600 cfs | → |
| Missouri River Near Great Falls Mt | 5,940 cfs | → |
| Marias River Near Chester Mt | 604 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wood Bottom Recreation Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Benton | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chester 10.5 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Brady 27 Ene (The Knees) | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Rocky Boy | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rocky Boy | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Chester | 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
- Wood Bottom Recreation Area
- Seineurs Reach
- Coal Banks Landing
- Lone Tree Coulee
- Little Sandy Coulee Rec Site
- Monroe Island
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 Wood Bottom Recreation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wood Bottom Recreation Area
Can I make reservations at Wood Bottom Recreation Area?
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 Wood Bottom Recreation Area?
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 Wood Bottom Recreation Area.