Aspen Grove Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Season
- May 20 to September 30
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 46.9786, -112.5314
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Aspen Grove Group Campground sits in forested mountain terrain on the banks of the Blackfoot River in the Helena National Forest. At an elevation of 4,800 feet beneath a canopy of cottonwood, aspen, juniper, Lodgepole pine and Douglas fir, this campground is an ideal setting for larger families or groups seeking relaxation and recreation. Natural Features: Visitors to Helena National Forest are treated spectacular scenery as well as an abundance of natural and cultural resources in the area. Rugged ridges, alpine meadows, forests, grasslands and rivers provide wildlife diverse ecosystems. Grizzly bear, lynx, wolverine, deer, elk, gray wolf, moose, black bear, mountain lion, mountain goat and mountain sheep all call the area home.Recreation: Aspen Grove Group Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, bike and enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. Indian Meadows Trailhead, located approximately 9 miles from Aspen Grove, offers access to a number of hiking trails in the Scapegoat Wilderness. Alice Creek Trailhead, located approximately 15 miles from Aspen Grove, also offers hiking opportunities into the Scapegoat Wilderness and along the Lewis and Clark historic trail to Lewis and Clark Pass. The Blackfoot River, adjacent to the campground, is renowned for its recreational opportunities, most notably fly fishing. Blackfoot is a fast, cold river with many deep spots, making it prime habitat for populations of cutthroat, rainbow and brook trout. Nestled in the upper Blackfoot River drainage, Lincoln is a popular destination for big game hunting and snowmobiling. Facilities: Aspen Grove Group Campground has six sites, able to accommodate 40 people and a maximum of 15 vehicles, including trailers up to a maximum of 20 feet. Space is available for 10-15 four-person tents. The site is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, drinking water and vault toilets. Access to Blackfoot River is within walking distanc
From the USFS.
Is Aspen Grove Campground free?
No. Aspen Grove Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
When is Aspen Grove Campground open?
The season on record runs May 20 to September 30. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Aspen Grove Campground?
GPS Info.(Latitude, Longitude):46.97861,-112.53139465843N,1123153WFrom Lincoln, Montana, take State Route 200 east for 6.5 miles to the campground sign. Turn right at the sign, onto a gravel road, and go .5 miles to campground. After entering the campground facility, follow the signs to the Picnic Area at the far east end of the campground, which also serves as the Group Use Area.
What are the rules at Aspen Grove Campground?
The maximum trailer length is 50 feet. The duration of your stay may not exceed 14 days.
Nearby
- Aspen Grove Group Use Area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF, MT)0.3 mi
- CUMMINGS CABIN1.7 mi
- Copper Creek Campground8.0 mi
- Indian Meadows Guard Station8.2 mi
- GRANITE BUTTE LOOKOUT8.6 mi
- Nevada Creek Cabin13.1 mi
- Lost Horse Cabin15.7 mi
- Big Nelson Cg Complex19.5 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
