Alta Campground
Sula, Montana · 4,944 ft · In Bitterroot National Forest
Photos: West Fork Recreation
Wildfire 37 mi N: North Fork Lost Horse, 118 acres, 70% contained
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 4,944 ft (1,507 m)4,944 ft1,507 m
Sites14
Alta Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
- 02Standard · accessible · up to 10 people48 ft
- 03Standard · accessible · up to 10 people60 ft
- 04Standard · up to 10 people50 ft
- 05Standard · up to 10 people45 ft
- 06Standard · up to 10 people55 ft
- 07Standard · up to 10 people55 ft
- 08Standard · up to 10 people55 ft
- 09Standard · up to 10 people55 ft
- 10Standard · up to 10 people55 ft
- 11Standard · up to 10 people70 ft
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
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- ADA accessible
- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Alta Campground is located in a scenic forest in the heart of Montana's Bitterroot National Forest. The West Fork of the Bitterroot River flows nearby, giving visitors access to some of the best fishing the area has to offer, as well as other water-related recreation. Recreation
Fly fishing and wading in the Bitterroot River, which runs alongside the campground, are popular activities. A variety of trails and unimproved roads are great for exploring by bike or off-road vehicle. Hiking trails to various mountain peaks, including to Lookout, Razorback and Thunder Mountains, as well as Beaver and Deer Creek Points, are nearby. The Alta Pine interpretive trail is located 1/2 mile to the north. Painted Rocks Lake is located about five miles north of the campground. Visitors enjoy swimming, kayaking, boating and fishing. Anglers will find mountain whitefish and a variety of trout.
From OpenStreetMap, Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
Report signalFCC map: no coverage reported
- VerizonNo coverage on FCC map
- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Alta Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny55°27°
- WedMostly Sunny, 2% chance of rain59°30°
- ThuSunny64°32°
- FriSunny70°36°
- SatSunny70°34°
Nearby camping
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Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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