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Jo Bonner Campground

Canyon Ferry Lake, Montana

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As of October 2026, Jo Bonner Campground is a campground in Montana with 17 campsites. Jo Bonner Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Jo Bonner Campground is located at 46.6446° N, 111.6836° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Jo Bonner Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Group bookings open: 6 Months
Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 14 days

Published by Recreation.gov for Jo Bonner Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Jo Bonner Campground

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Standard 17
Accessible 1

What an RV fits

20 ft1 site
30 ft1 site
32 ft1 site
37 ft2 sites
47 ft3 sites
50 ft1 site
57 ft2 sites
90 ft1 site
100 ft2 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

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

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, water sports.

All sites at Jo Bonner Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
001	Standard	8	-	-
002	Standard	8	100 ft	-
003	Standard	8	20 ft	-
004	Standard	8	32 ft	-
005	Standard	8	30 ft	-
006	Standard	8	50 ft	-
007	Standard	8	47 ft	-
008	Standard	8	57 ft	-
009	Standard	8	57 ft	-
010	Standard	8	100 ft	-
011	Standard	8	37 ft	-
012	Standard	8	37 ft	Accessible
013	Standard	8	47 ft	-
014	Standard	8	47 ft	-
015	Standard	8	90 ft	-
016	Standard	8	-	-
017	Standard	8	-	-

About Jo Bonner Campground

Overview

Jo Bonner Campground is located at the Northeastern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir; 30 miles east of Helena, Montana and offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. Jo Bonner Campground is named for Josephine Agnes Martin Bonner (1907-1965) by Montana's Governor John Bonner (1902-1970). Today, Jo Bonner Campground is a small quaint campground that offers easy access.

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

Jo Bonner Campground has 17 designated campsites . Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire rings. During the recreation season facilities at Jo Bonner campground include two vault toilets, potable water, trash dumpster, and a campground host. There is a gravel boat launch with a courtesty dock located just outside of the campground.

Natural Features

Jo Bonner Campground is located at northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir between the Big Belt and Elkhorns mountain ranges.

Nearby Attractions

Jo Bonner 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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 475-3920.

Rules and notices at Jo Bonner Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Jo Bonner Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

No show reservations are subject to cancellation after the third night.

Campsites must be occupied each night.

Personal property used to reserve campsites, including RVs and tents will be removed in accordance with 43 CFR Part 423.23.

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.

RVs, vehicles and trailers must be parked on the gravel/pavement and within designated areas of the campsite or established parking area provided. Parking on the grass is prohibited.

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.

Pets must be physically restrained by a leash 6' or less in length or a structure. Do not leave pets left unattended. It is your responsibility to clean up after your own pet.

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/

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Jo Bonner Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Jo Bonner Campground?

Jo Bonner Campground 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 Jo Bonner Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Jo Bonner 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 Jo Bonner Campground have?

Jo Bonner Campground has 17 campsites.

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