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Piney Campground and Boat Launch

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, Piney Campground and Boat Launch is a campground in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana with 17 campsites. Piney Campground and Boat Launch is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Piney Campground and Boat Launch is located at 46.1956° N, 113.3022° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Piney Campground and Boat Launch reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Taxes apply
Maximum consecutive stay: 16 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 32 nights
Maximum per transaction: 8 reservations per transaction
Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Piney Campground and Boat Launch, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Piney Campground and Boat Launch

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Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Piney Campground and Boat Launch, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Loop A loop.

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About Piney Campground and Boat Launch

Overview

Piney Campground is adjacent to Georgetown Lake and provides ideal access to fishing, boating and water skiing. It is located in the Pintler Ranger District of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. Surrounded by mountains of outstanding beauty, the location is perfect for visitors who enjoy mountain and water sports or those who prefer relaxing and taking in the spectacular view.

Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Recreation

Canoeing and boating are popular activities at the lake. Hikers, horseback riders and mountain bikers will find no shortage of trails within a few miles of the campground.

Georgetown Lake is a prime destination for fishing and fly fishing with kokanee salmon, rainbow and brook trout being the most sought-after species. It is illegal to target Bull Trout, if caught they must be released immediately with minimal handling. Participants must have Montana licenses to hunt or fish.

Facilities

The campground has 46 campsites in total. 17 campsites can be reserved in advance and 29 campsites are available as first-come, first-served. Reservable sites are in Loop A, and Loop B is first-come, first-served.

This campground welcomes RV or tent camping and is boater-friendly with paved roads and a boat ramp nearby. The campground features drinking water pumps and vault toilets. The sites include picnic tables and fire rings.

Natural Features

The campground overlooks the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. Georgetown Lake is a large mountain lake spanning close to 3,000 acres at an elevation of over 6,000 ft. Lodgepole pines enclose the lake and surrounding mountains, providing a home to abundant wildlife including moose, elk, white-tailed deer and even bighorn sheep. Water birds such as the graceful blue heron as well as hawks and other birds of prey also inhabit the lake area.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 859-3211.

Nearby Attractions

The towns of Anaconda and Philipsburg are nearby and the campground is adjacent to Georgetown Lake. Discovery Ski Area is close by with lift-access mountain biking.

Rules and notices at Piney Campground and Boat Launch

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Piney Campground and Boat Launch on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There are 46 campsites. 17 sites are reservable and 29 sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please Note: Double occupancy will be charged for more than (1) camping unit in the site. Additional camping units are trailers, RVs, and other mobile sleeping quarters.

Extra vehicle charge $5 per day (first 2 vehicles are free). See host or self serve fee station - cash or check only at the campground.

Bears are prevalent in the area. To reduce the likelihood of a human-to-bear conflict, Food Storage Order rules are enforced. All food, beverages, trash, and scented items must be properly stored when not attended. Proper storage methods include a bear hang, an enclosed hard sided vehicle, storage locker, or an IGBC certified bear resistant container – IGBC coolers must be locked. Bear resistant storage lockers are available at the campground. Learn more about bear safety and forest-wide Food Storage Order

Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Camping stay limit is 16 days.

Site must be occupied the first night. The campsite cannot be left unattended for more than 24 hours without permission.

Check in time is 2:00 PM. Check out time is 11:00 AM.

Dogs allowed - must be on leash at all times within the campground.

No dump station on site; closest facility is in Anaconda.

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (11:00 AM) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.

Fire Restrictions : Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

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Piney Campground and Boat Launch FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Piney Campground and Boat Launch?

Piney Campground and Boat Launch is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Piney Campground and Boat Launch?

Cancellations happen frequently at Piney Campground and Boat Launch, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Piney Campground and Boat Launch have?

Piney Campground and Boat Launch has 17 campsites.