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ALTA CAMPGROUND
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Alta Campground features 15 campsites with 1 host site, drinking water, garbage, vault toilets, and handicap accessible picnic tables. Site will accept RVs or trailers to 30. Alta campground is located along the West Fork of the Bitterroot River, a popular fishing river in the area. Large yellow-barked Ponderosa Pine tower above many of the campsites which along with fir, aspen and lodgepole pine provide shade for many of the campsites. Painted Rocks Lake is located less than 5 miles away by paved road. Wildlife in the area include, bald eagle, mule and whitetail deer, moose, and elk along with numerous songbirds. Bighorn sheep can often be seen in the area. Sites can accommodate tents and/or RVs. Water is available at several locations within the campground. Attractions in the area include Horse Creek Hot Springs (about 18 miles on gravel road), historic ranger station (about 4 miles on paved road), and several scenic mountain peaks accessible by foot trail. Nearby Darby, MT (about 34 miles by paved road) is nearest full service city for all services (laundry, grocery store, etc.). Fuel, Post Office and miscellaneous supplies can be found at Conner, MT about 22 miles away by paved road). For information on road or fire restrictions call: 406-821- 3269.
ALTA CAMPGROUND
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Alta Campground
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Hughesck 1a
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Hughesck 2a
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Hughesck2b
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Hughesck2c
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Hughesck2d
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5660 Road
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Painted Rocks Lake-03
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5665 Road
~7 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Montana.
