KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From I-90 take exit 274 and turn south on highway 287. One mile south on your right.
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We are located about 2 hours from West Yellowstone, the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park, and whether you decide to take Highway 287 through charming Ennis and the Madison Valley or take Highway 191 through the Gallatin Canyon, you will not be disappointed with the beautiful landscapes on either route.
West Entrance
West Yellowstone, MT 59773
Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park features one of the largest known limestone caverns in the Northwest. Cave Tours are by guided tour only and will be offered May - September. Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park also features camping and trails to hike or bike, a state-of-the-art visitor center, interpretive displays, a gift shop, food and beverage concessions, amphitheater, and interpretive events presented during the summer months.
Click here for the trail map Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park Trail Guide (pdf)The site encompasses 3,015 acres. The entry area is at an elevation of 4,300 feet and the caverns area is at an elevation of 5,300 feet.
PO Box 489
Whitehall, MT 59759
Considering it an essential point in the geography of this western part of the continent, Meriwether Lewis wrote the country opens suddenly to extensive and beautiful plains and meadows which appear to be surrounded in every direction with distant and lofty mountains. The legendary Sacajawea was captured here as a child and eventually returned as a member of the Corps of Discovery. Another member of this expedition, John Colter, later made several trips to this area in search of furs and began his famous run nearby. Pioneers slowly settled the surrounding area and transformed it into profitable grazing and farming land. Missouri Headwaters State Park preserves much of the region's abundant wildlife, lush, vegetation, and scenic beauty that have attracted people for thousands of years.
The park provides foot trails to points of interest, interpretive displays of the area's cultural and natural history. River floating, fishing, picnicking, bicycling, hiking, interpretive programs, and photography are popular activities.The park is 532 acres in size and is 4,045 feet in elevation.
This Park is just minutes from the KOA and also is accessible via a network of paved bike/hiking trails.
1585 Trident Road
Latitude/Longitude: (45.92013 / -111.49989)
Three Forks, MT 59752
Located in the town of Three Forks is the Headwater Heritage Museum, just a short ride from the campground.
202 S Main St
Three Forks, MT 59752
Beautiful display of horses.
10493 US-287
Three Forks, MT 59752
Copper City Trails - Miles and miles of mountain bike trails on this BLM developed area exclusively for biking. Adventure around every turn!
Copper City RD
Three Forks, MT 59752
See the "Old West" come alive again at the site of Montana's first major gold discovery in 1862 and Montana's first territorial capital. About 1.5 hour drive but make a loop of this drive and visit Virginia City and Nevada City State Park.
If you're into these historic old towns also check out Elkhorn State Park. Backcountry roads settle you into a 19th century mining landscape before you reach historic Fraternity Hall and Gillian Hall nestled within the privately owned town of Elkhorn. Bring your camera to record these two picturesque structures from the early-day silver-mining ghost town, preserved as outstanding examples of frontier architecture. Each has been recorded in the Historic American Buildings Survey.
Virginia City and Nevada City lie along Alder Gulch about one mile apart, and is the site of therichest placer gold strike in the Rocky Mountains, with an estimated total value of 100 million dollars throughout the 19th and 20th centuries! The area represents the true and original Old West.Virginia City was designated as the new territorial capital of Montana in 1865 when Alder Gulch had gathered most of Montana's population. At its peak, 10,000 people flooded the area named "Fourteen-mile City" for the numerous settlements that lined the gulch. Virginia City became the largest settlement with an estimated population of 5,000 by mid-1864. It rapidly became the territory's first social center and transportation hub.Virginia City is open year round and Nevada City is open Memorial Day weekend through September. Our busiest season is between Memorial Weekend and Labor Day when all of the lodging, shops, restaurants and saloons are open. There is still plenty to see and do when visiting after Labor Day.This carefully preserved National Historic Monument is a great day trip at just over an hours drive from your campsite. Check out their website for the list of events and activities ongoing all summer.
Located in Bozeman, the famous Museum of the Rockies is definitely worth the trip.Museum of the Rockies is a distinguished cultural and natural history institution situated in Bozeman, Montana. The museum operates as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and a college-level division of Montana State University. The museum proudly carries the distinction of being a Smithsonian Affiliate and serves as a vital repository for state and federal fossils.Renowned worldwide, MOR is hailed as a premier destination for those seeking an immersive experience in the cultural and natural history of the Northern Rocky Mountain region. Its remarkable collection of dinosaur fossils, including the fully-mounted Montana's T. rex skeleton, stands as a testament to its status as a leading institution in paleontological research and exhibition.MOR captivates both members and visitors with its ever-changing exhibits that showcase treasures from around the globe. The museum's diverse displays showcase a wide range of topics, encompassing cultural artifacts and illuminating natural history specimens. Complementing these exhibits, MOR hosts captivating planetarium shows, engaging educational programs and camps, enlightening lectures, charitable benefit events, and a well-curated museum store.
Situated on the edge of a broad valley carved by the Madison River, this high limestone cliff was used by Native Americans for 2,000 years--ending as recently as 200 years ago. Native people stampeded vast herds of bison off this massive semicircular cliff, using them for food, clothing, shelter and provisions.
Interpretive signs lead you through the Park. Bring lots of water and keep your pets on a leash!
6990 Buffalo Jump Road
Three Forks, MT 59752
Just 25 miles near Bozeman is the Bozeman Hot Springs a more developed springs and plunges. Norris Hot Springs is also about 25 miles and is more rustic and casual but a great place to get a mineral soak.
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