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Whitehouse Campground
Whitehouse Campground is located in the Boulder River drainage, approximately 20 miles north of Butte. The campground has 5 units that will accommodate trailers up to 22 feet and a picnic day use area with ADA accessible toilets, water is available, and the campground is adjacent to the Boulder River which offers opportunities for fishing. The area has additional dispersed camping just to the east of the campground.
The campground is popular during the late spring, summer and fall for camping as well as hunting and OHV riding opportunities. Access to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is provided at several trailheads within 5 miles of the campground. There is a groomed snowmobile system that begins at Whitehouse Campground or at a pullout to the east of Whitehouse (depending on snow conditions) during the winter.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | This is a pack it in, pack it out campsite. Camping is limited to 16 days. No fee. |
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| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Parking |
| Fees: | N/A |
| Restrictions: | 16 day stay limit Food Storage Requirements |
| Closest Towns: | Whitehall, MT |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Yes |
| Information Center: | Butte-Jefferson Ranger District Phone: 406-494-2147 |
General Information
Directions:From Butte, take I-15 north for approximately 18 miles to exit 151 (Bernice). Turn left onto Forest Service Road #82 (Boulder River Road) and continue for approximately 13 miles; turn left into the campground. The road is a Jefferson County maintained gravel road suitable for passenger vehicle and trailer access.
General Notes:
The campground is typically open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Activities
Campground Camping
Whitehouse Campground has 5 units that will accommodate trailers up to 22 feet and a day use area. The campground is adjacent to the Boulder River which offers opportunities for fishing. The area has additional dispersed camping just to the east of the campground.
The campground is popular during the late spring, summer and fall for camping as well as hunting and OHV riding opportunities. Access to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is provided at several trailheads within 5 miles of the campground. There is a groomed snowmobile system that begins at Whitehouse Campground or at a pullout to the east of Whitehouse (depending on snow conditions).
| No. of Sites | 5 |
| Fees: | There is no fee for this campground. |
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RV Camping
Whitehouse Campground has 5 units that will accommodate trailers up to 22 feet and a day use area. The campground is adjacent to the Boulder River which offers opportunities for fishing. The area has additional dispersed camping just to the east of the campground.
The campground is popular during the late spring, summer and fall for camping as well as hunting and OHV riding opportunities. Access to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is provided at several trailheads within 5 miles of the campground. There is a groomed snowmobile system that begins at Whitehouse Campground or at a pullout to the east of Whitehouse (depending on snow conditions).
| No. of Sites | 5 |
| Size Restrictions | This campground can accommodate trailers up to 22 feet long. |
| Fees: | There is no fee for this campground. |
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Amenities
| Camping trailer: | Up to 22 feet |
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| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | 5 sites |
| Parking: | |
| Toilets: | Vault |