Gipsy Lake Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Season
- June 1 to October 1
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 46.5011, -111.2120
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Nested in the Big Belt Mountains this campground provides a serene camping experience near a small mountain lake. A non-motorized trail extends from the campground into the Big Belt Mountains, past several spectacular mountain lakes, to an area called the Needles, named for its odd rock formations.
From the USFS.
Is Gipsy Lake Campground free?
Yes. Gipsy Lake Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
When is Gipsy Lake Campground open?
The season on record runs June 1 to October 1. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Gipsy Lake Campground?
Travel west from White Sulphur Springs on Highway #360.About 1.6 miles from town the highway makes a sharp curve to the right: proceed straight onto the gravel road. After traveling 6.5 miles the gravel road forks at the entrance to a ranch; stay to the right. As you drive the next 7.5 miles to the Helena Forest boundary the road becomes more primitive. Within1 mile of the Forest boundary, Road #8961 turns to south. Follow Road #8961two miles to Gypsy Lake Campground.
What are the rules at Gipsy Lake Campground?
Overnight camping stays are limited to 14 days. Motorized travel on area trails is prohibited on some area trails to protect the wildlife.
Nearby
- THOMPSON GUARD STATION0.3 mi
- MILLER CABIN11.2 mi
- Skidway Campground11.5 mi
- RILLWAY CABIN11.7 mi
- White Earth Campground18.0 mi
- INDIAN ROAD GROUP USE SHELTER19.1 mi
- Hellgate Campground21.9 mi
- Grasshopper Campground22.3 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.
