Stevensville stakes claim as Montana's oldest settlement, born in 1841 at St. Mary's Mission in the lush Bitterroot Valley. RV travelers chase history here, plus hiking trails in the Sapphire Mountains and trout fishing on the Bitterroot River. Five parks in our directory deliver cheap bases like $10/night at Charles Waters Campground.
St. Mary's Mission marks Stevensville as the state's first permanent white settlement. Fort Owen State Park reveals pioneer history through restored buildings. Kayak the Bitterroot River or birdwatch at Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge just minutes away. Main Street buzzes with antique shops and summer rodeos at Stevensville Days.
Charles Waters Campground draws budget campers with rates from $10/night near town creeks. Groups fill Larry Creek Group Campground at a flat $75/night. Pet lovers pick Rock Creek Dry Campsites, complete with drinking water. Hutsinpilar Campground suits quiet seekers amid pines. Daisylane Farm appeals to those craving rural charm with livestock views.
Stevensville is Montana's oldest permanent white settlement, established in 1841 at St. Mary's Mission. This Catholic outpost west of the Rockies shaped early history. Today, visitors explore Fort Owen State Park, fish the Bitterroot River, and join Stevensville Days rodeo each summer. The town blends pioneer legacy with Bitterroot Valley orchards and trails.
Find five RV parks near Stevensville: Charles Waters Campground, Larry Creek Group Campground, Hutsinpilar Campground, Rock Creek Dry Campsites, and Daisylane Farm. Charles Waters starts at $10/night for solo rigs. Rock Creek suits pets with drinking water; Larry Creek handles groups at $75/night.
Yes, Rock Creek Dry Campsites explicitly allows pets. This spot provides drinking water for easy stays. Other parks like Charles Waters Campground may accommodate pets too; check listings for policies. Pets thrive amid nearby Bitterroot trails perfect for walks.
