Court Sheriff Campground
Canyon Ferry Lake, Montana
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As of October 2026, Court Sheriff Campground is a campground in Montana with 45 campsites. Court Sheriff Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Court Sheriff Campground is located at 46.6579° N, 111.7077° W.
- people allowed on 42 of 45 sites
- 8
- people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites
- 16
Court Sheriff Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Mid-stay changes allowed
- Group bookings open: 6 Months
- Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
- Maximum stay: 14 days
- Maximum per transaction: 4 reservations per transaction
- Book up to: 6 Months
Published by Recreation.gov for Court Sheriff Campground, read on September 28, 2026.
Campsites at Court Sheriff Campground
- Standard 41
- Tent 4
- Accessible 3
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, biking, wildlife, horse riding, water sports.
All sites at Court Sheriff Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 003 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 004 | Standard | 8 | Accessible |
| 005 | Standard | 16 | - |
| 006 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 007 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 008 | Standard | 16 | - |
| 009 | Standard | 16 | - |
| 011 | Standard | 8 | Accessible |
| 012 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 013 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 014 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 015 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 016 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 017 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 018 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 019 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 020 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 021 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 022 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 023 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 024 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 025 | Standard | 8 | - |
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| 026 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 027 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 028 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 029 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 030 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 031 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 032 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 033 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 034 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 035 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 036 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 037 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 038 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 039 | Tent | 8 | Accessible |
| 040 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 041 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 042 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 043 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 044 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 046 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 047 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 048 | Standard | 8 | - |
About Court Sheriff Campground
Overview
Court Sheriff Campground is located at the very north end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 miles east of Helena, Montana, along Montana Highway 284. Court Sheriff Campground offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. Court Sheriff Campground is named for the Sheriff family. In 1865 Court Sheriff moved into the region from the state of Illinois to Montana to work the mines. Court Sheriff first worked the mines in Diamond City, then hired on as a carpenter to help build a wooden flume for the Magpie-Gave Hill ditch. In 1875 he opened a general mercantile to serve the miners east of the Missouri River at Cavetown. He moved to nearby Canyon Ferry in 1880, and by 1883 had established a general store and later added a livery stable and two-and-a-half-story hotel.
Recreation
Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of year-round recreational opportunities. Water related activities include everything from swimming and fishing to sailing and motor-boating. Canoeists and kayakers explore the many quiet backwater bays. Jet skiers, windsurfers and water skiers skim the summer waves, while winter draws ice fishermen, ice boaters and ice skaters.
Facilities
Court Sheriff Campground is very popular and a well-developed campground. The campground is paved with 48 campsites, most are located along the water. During the peak summer months services include vault toilets, potable water, trash, recycling containers and a campground host.
Natural Features
Court Sheriff Campground sits at the north end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir between the Big Belt and Elkhorns mountain ranges.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (406) 475-3920.
Nearby Attractions
Court Sheriff Campground on Canyon Ferry Reservoir is located halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park along with the capital city of Helena, Montana. For up to date events visit, www.helenamt.com.
Rules and notices at Court Sheriff Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Court Sheriff Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
All campsites are to be considered single unit sites unless marked as a double site. Single campsites are limited to one camping / sleeping unit per campsite. An exception will be made for parents with young children; Parents may have one additional tent for children under the age of 18.
Pets must be physically constrained by a leash under 6' in length. Do not leave pets left unattended. It is your responsibility to clean up after your own pet.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Be considerate of other campers. Activities and noise should be kept to a level that does not disturb other campers. Generators are not allowed during quiet hours. The use of loud, profane, or abusive language or music is prohibited.
Personal property used to reserve campsites, including RVs and tents will be removed in accordance with 43 CFR Part 423.23.
No show reservations are subject to cancellation after the third night.
Campsites must be occupied each night.
Check in time is 5pm. Check out time is 4pm.
While at Canyon Ferry Reservoir:
CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that comes in contact with water. Never dump unwanted bait, worms, fish parts or other organisms into the water. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/
STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. REMOVE plants, seeds, animals and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicle. CLEAN your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. STAY on designated roads and trails and use local firewood. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/
Court Sheriff Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Court Sheriff Campground?
Court Sheriff Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 45 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Court Sheriff Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Court Sheriff Campground, 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 Court Sheriff Campground have?
Court Sheriff Campground has 45 campsites.
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