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Missouri Headwaters State Park

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About Missouri Headwaters State Park

Camp where Lewis and Clark stayed in 1805! This park encompasses the confluence of the Jefferson, Madison and Gallatin Rivers. The Lewis and Clark Expedition anticipated this important headwaters all the way up the Missouri River in 1804 and 1805. An easy three-mile drive off Interstate 90 at Three Forks, this park provides outdoor interpretive signs, picnic spots, short hiking trails, a small campground, and a rental tipi. The Saturday night speaker series showcases top notch presenters for your learning enjoyment.

Amenities & Services

On-Site

  • Airport
  • BOATING, KAYAKING
  • Bicycling
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating, Canoeing
  • CAMPGROUND HOST
  • Camping, Primitive
  • Canoeing
  • Comfort Station
  • Cultural Sites/Exibits
  • Fire Rings
  • First Aid Supplies
  • Fishing
  • Fishing, River / Stream
  • Handicap Access
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Moderate
  • Hiking Trail
  • Historic Structure / Feature
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hunting
  • Information / Contact Station
  • Interpretive Exhibit / Display
  • Interpretive Pavilion
  • Interpretive Trail
  • Jogging/Running
  • Kiosk
  • Office/Ranger Station
  • Parking
  • Photography
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicking
  • Programs, History
  • Programs, Nature
  • RESTROOMS
  • Retail, Firewood
  • River / Stream
  • Sightseeing
  • Stargazing
  • Swimming - River
  • Toilet, Pit/Vault
  • Trails, Bicycle
  • Trails, Equestrian
  • Trails, Hiking, Moderate
  • Trails, Hiking/Walking, Easy
  • Walking
  • Water Drinking
  • Water, Access, River / Stream
  • Wildlife Viewing

Within 10 Miles

  • Art & Museum
  • Church
  • DINING
  • Emergency Services
  • Golf
  • Golfing
  • Grocery Store
  • Historic Sites
  • Hospital
  • Kennel
  • Laundry
  • Medical Clinic
  • Motel
  • Museum
  • Propane
  • Rentals, boats, canoe
  • Restaurant
  • Town
Getting There

Missouri Headwaters State Park is located 4 miles northeast of Three Forks, off of Hwy 205, then onto Hwy 286.

Rules & Important Info

ADA designated campsites may only be reserved and occupied by a party who can provide proof of disability upon arrival. Proof of eligibility for at least one member of your party will be required in the form of a DMV (or other states equivalent) issued person with disabilities placard or disabilities motor vehicle license plate. The eligible member of your party must be an occupant of the site for the entire reserved period. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in the cancellation of your reservation and forfeiture of your reservation fee. Additional cancellation fees will be applied. Some group facilities are ADA accessible and do not require proof of disability upon arrival. Camping is allowed in designated areas only. All boats, trailers, rigs and motorized vehicles must fit entirely within the campsite parking-spur provided. Any equipment that does not fit entirely within the campsite parking-spur must be parked outside the campground in an area designated by the park manager. Open fires are allowed only in established iron fire rings and grills. Propane and LPG camp stoves are allowed. Smoking is not allowed except in enclosed vehicles or developed sites at least 3 feet in diameter and cleared of all flammable materials. Reservations are non-transferable and cannot be sold, bartered, or traded. The primary occupant and/or their party are the only persons authorized to camp in the site during the duration of their reservation. Check-in time is 2:00pm for campsites and 3:00pm for tipis's (local time). Check-out time is 1:00pm for campsites and 12:00pm for tipis (local park time). Late checkouts may incur additional fees unless prior arrangements have been made with park staff. The maximum capacity at each individually signed or numbered campsite is eight (8) people. This typically involves a single camping unit, which includes, but not limited to, a tent, motor home, camping bus, truck mounted camper shell, pull-type camper, or other device designed and commonly used for sleeping. Campfires are allowed in designated areas only! Pets must be kept on a leash. Please check with destination park staff for local restrictions. Quiet hours are enforced from 10:00pm to 7:00am. Fireworks are prohibited in all parks at all times. No Exceptions.. All watercraft entering Montana must be inspected before launch and purchase Vessel AIS Prevention pass. For more information visit cleandraindrymt.com. In case of an emergency when visiting Montana State Parks, please dial 911. You may also wish to notify park staff for additional assistance if necessary. For non-emergency assistance please contact park staff.

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Contact

Phone: 406-285-3610

Address: 1585 Trident Road, Three Forks, MT 59725

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