Jo Bonner Campground
federal · HELENA, MT
- dump station9.1 mi
- fuel station11 mi

BOR · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Jo Bonner Campground is located at the Northeastern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir; 30 miles east of Helena, Montana and offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. Jo Bonner Campground is named for Josephine Agnes Martin Bonner (1907-1965) by Montana's Governor John Bonner (1902-1970). Today, Jo Bonner Campground is a small quaint campground that offers easy access. 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, ice boaters and ice skaters. Facilities Jo Bonner Campground has 17 designated campsites . Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire rings. During the recreation season facilities at Jo Bonner campground include two vault toilets, potable water, trash dumpster, and a campground host. There is a gravel boat launch with a courtesty dock located just outside of the campground. Natural Features Jo Bonner Campground is located at northern end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir between the Big Belt and Elkhorns mountain ranges. Nearby Attractions Jo Bonner Campground on Canyon Ferry Reservoir is located halfway between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park along with the capital city of Helena, Montana. For up to date events visit, www.helenamt.com. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (406) 475-3920.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 9.1 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 11 mi
fuel station
Conoco
- 14 mi
propane
Montana Propane
- 11 mi
grocery
Heritage Food Store
- 3.5 mi
trailhead
McMasters Hills East
- 1.8 mi
attraction
Fish Hawk Day use Area
- < 0.1 mi
recreation site
Boat Launch
Contact & access
- 7700 CANYON FERRY RD · HELENA, MT 59602
- 406-475-3921
Reservations & demand
June weekends are typically reserved about 14 days ahead.
Based on 57 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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