Confederate Campground

**Location & Access:** Confederate Campground is located on Canyon Ferry Reservoir near Winston, Montana (about 50 miles downstream from where the Gallatin, Madison, and Jefferson Rivers converge). The campground sits on the scenic 33,500-acre reservoir with 96 miles of shoreline. Rather than a formal boat ramp, boats are launched directly from the rocky beach area, making it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and smaller watercraft.

**Facilities & Recreation:** This is a rustic, dispersed camping area managed by the Bureau of Reclamation with vault toilets but no drinking water or trash service. The 14-day stay limit makes it ideal for extended trips. Canyon Ferry Reservoir is well-known for excellent fishing (rainbow trout, perch, ling, and walleye), and the reservoir offers ample paddling opportunities across its vast expanse. More developed facilities with concrete ramps and day-use areas are available at nearby locations like Hellgate Boat Ramp and White Earth Campground if you prefer additional amenities.

**What to Bring:** Come fully prepared with water, supplies, and gear—this is a minimal-service location. The rocky beach launch works well for self-propelled watercraft but may require more effort than traditional ramps for larger boats.

Overview
White Earth Group Use Shelter is located at White Earth Campground, just east of the town of Winston, Montana, on Canyon Ferry Reservoir. In 1805, the Lewis and Clark expedition passed through this region. On July 22, 1805, Sacagawea recognizes the country and assures the men that the three forks of the Missouri were of no great distance. This news gave the expedition hope in the...

Overview
White Earth Group Use Shelter is located at White Earth Campground, just east of the town of Winston, Montana, on Canyon Ferry Reservoir. In 1805, the Lewis and Clark expedition passed through this region. On July 22, 1805, Sacagawea recognizes the country and assures the men that the three forks of the Missouri were of no great distance. This news gave the expedition hope in the anticipation of soon reaching the headwaters of the Missouri River. Recreation
Canyon Ferry Reservoir offers a wide range of year-round recreational opportunities. Water related activities include everything from swimming and fishing to sailing and motor-boating. Canoeists and kayakers explore the many quiet backwater bays. Jet skiers, windsurfers and water skiers skim the summer waves, while winter draws ice fishermen and ice skaters. Facilities
White Earth Group Use Shelter is 30' X 44' shelter with electrical power. The shelter has 8 picnic tables, 5 campsites and an accessible vault toilet. White Earth Campground has 36 designated campsites, a boat ramp, and a parking area for boat trailers. During the peak summer months services include vault toilets, potable water, trash, recycling containers and campground hosts. Natural Features
White Earth Campground sits along the banks of Canyon Ferry Reservoir in the open valley between the Big Belt and Elkhorn mountain ranges.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (406) 475-3920.
Nearby Attractions
White Earth Group Use Shelter is located halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park. The city of Helena, MT, the state's capital, is 25 miles away. For up-to-date events visitwww.helenamt.com/

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