Basin, Montana, lures RVers with radon health mines and Boulder Mountains hikes. Four parks deliver easy access: pet-friendly sites, WiFi, and rates from $33 a night. Camp here to explore ghost towns like Elkhorn and Basin Canyon trails without the crowds.
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Basin thrives on its mining legacy, especially radon health mines such as Merry Widow where visitors inhale gas for joint pain relief. Hikers tackle Basin Canyon trails alive with mule deer and wildflowers. Drive five miles to Boulder Hot Springs for mineral soaks, or join the summer Health Mine Festival for live music and mine tours.
Merry Widow Health Mine and Campground fits wellness travelers with WiFi and $33 nightly rates. Mormon Gulch and Basin Canyon Campground welcome pets, ideal for dog owners scouting gulch streams. Ladysmith Campground serves quiet anglers casting for trout near Jefferson River access points.
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Basin, Montana, excels in radon health mines like Merry Widow. People visit these mines to breathe low-dose radon, chasing relief from arthritis and fatigue based on local lore. The town's festivals and tours highlight this quirky mining tradition amid Jefferson County hills.
Find four RV parks in Basin: Merry Widow Health Mine and Campground, Mormon Gulch, Ladysmith Campground, and Basin Canyon Campground. Merry Widow adds WiFi from $33/night; Mormon Gulch and Basin Canyon allow pets. All sit near Basin Canyon trails and Boulder Hot Springs.
Yes, Mormon Gulch and Basin Canyon Campground allow pets. These spots offer open sites for dogs to roam near hiking trails and streams. Leash rules apply, but they suit families exploring Basin's outdoors without leaving pets behind.