Big Nelson Cg Complex
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 47.0704, -112.9218
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This campground, on the shoreline of Coopers Lake near Ovando, Montana, is a semi-remote, developed campground which offers shady rest and a beautiful view of the lake and adjacent mountains. The Bob Marshall and Scapegoat wildernesses are 7 miles away by trail. Big Nelson has tent camping only. No camping is allowed in the parking lot and no trailers are permitted.
From the USFS.
Is Big Nelson Cg Complex free?
Yes. Big Nelson Cg Complex is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Big Nelson Cg Complex?
From the junction of Montana highways 83 and 20 (also known as "Clearwater Junction") travel east on Montana nighway 200 for 19.5 miles. Turn north on North Fork Blackfoot Road #5550 and follow the signs 12 miles on a gravel road to the campground.
What are the rules at Big Nelson Cg Complex?
Tent camping only. No trailers and no camping in the parking lot. Food storage orders are in place. Please see our Bear Safety and Food storage Information for important information about food storage to protect you and the bears from unwanted encounter
Nearby
- MONTURE GUARD STATION CABIN11.5 mi
- Copper Creek Campground14.3 mi
- Indian Meadows Guard Station15.2 mi
- Aspen Grove Campground19.5 mi
- Aspen Grove Group Use Area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF, MT)19.7 mi
- CUMMINGS CABIN21.1 mi
- Nevada Creek Cabin25.0 mi
- Double Falls Campground25.1 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.
