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Afterbay Campground

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Afterbay Campground, Fort Smith, MT, 59035

Lat:45.31544096804812

Lng:-107.94154892887866

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National Park Service

Last Updated: August 5, 2026

Campground Overview

Introduction

- Near Fort Smith, Montana - Open All Year - 22 RV and tent sites are located on the south shore of Afterbay lake - All sites have fire rings and picnic tables - Composting vault toilets - All sites are back in (not pull through) - All sites have electric and water - RV dump station available across the road near the Headquarters building

Campsite Details

Reservable22

First Come First Serve0

Total Sites22

Group0

Horse0

Tent Only0

Electrical Hookups22

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To0

Other0

Operating Hours

Open year round.

Weather

For the most recent weather forecast please look up Fort Smith, MT.

Amenities

Trash & Recycling Collection

Toilets

Amphitheater

Dump Station

Staff or Host On-Site

Potable Water

Food Storage Lockers

Directions

Take 313 through the town of Fort Smith, MT and follow the brown and white sign to Afterbay Campground. It will be on the right side of 313 just past the NPS Headquarters building.

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Check locally, dependent on conditions.

Regulations Overview

1. Overnight stays/camping in park is only allowed in established sites 2. Check-out is 12:00 pm 3. Quiet hours from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am; idling of motor vehicles is prohibited during quiet hours 4. Generators permitted from 8 am to 8 pm 5. Campsite occupancy may not exceed 14 cumulative days within a 28-day period 6. Collection of firewood is prohibited within the park 7. No attaching or tying items to trees 8. Pets must be leashed at all times and may not be left unattended

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
All sites are handicapped accessible. Campsite 6,7 and 19 are Designated Accessible campsites. Mens and Womens pit toilets are handicapped accessible.
Cell Phone Information
Cell phone reception is dependent on the carrier.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
All sites are handicapped accessible. Campsites 6,7 and 19 are Designated Accessible campsites. Mens and Womens pit toilets are handicapped accessible.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
All sites are handicapped accessible. Mens and Womens pit toilets are handicapped accessible.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground

Additional Information

Season is generally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Please check at the Headquarters building for more information or call 307-568-5406.

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