Merganser Bend Boat Camp
Merganser Bend Boat Camp
Merganser Bend is a boat camp located at river mile 44. 5 on the Smith River, situated in the lower canyon section of the permitted float.
According to floaters, this campsite is easily missed and relatively undocumented compared to other Smith River camps, making it a quieter option for those seeking solitude during a multi-day float trip.
Nearby points of interest
Find excellent paddling spots, easy access to boat ramps, and all the amenities you need for a memorable day. Your adventure starts here.
Black Butte Upper & Lower Boat Camps
Deep Creek Boat Camp
Fraunhofer Upper, Middle, & Lower Boat Camps
Givens Gulch Upper & Lower Boat Camps
Meadow Bend Boat Camp
Paradise Bend Boat Camp
Parker Flat Boat Camp, Sites 1, 2, & 3
Rattlesnake Bend Upper And Lower Boat Camps
Ridgetop Upper, Middle, & Lower Boat Camps
Staigmiller Boat Camp
Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)
Check the forecast at Merganser Bend Boat Camp before you go paddling.
No forecast data available.
Paddling near Merganser Bend Boat Camp
Missouri River
Sun River
Smith River
Belt Creek
Holter Lake
Benton Lake
Little Muddy Creek
Marias River
Dearborn River
Freezeout Lake
Montana licenses and regulations
Explore Montana waters
Top paddling waters
No waters available right now.
Popular Cities
Loading popular cities...
Explore near Merganser Bend Boat Camp
Nearby spots
- Black Butte Upper & Lower Boat Camps
- Deep Creek Boat Camp
- Fraunhofer Upper, Middle, & Lower Boat Camps
- Givens Gulch Upper & Lower Boat Camps
- Meadow Bend Boat Camp
- Paradise Bend Boat Camp
- Parker Flat Boat Camp, Sites 1, 2, & 3
- Rattlesnake Bend Upper And Lower Boat Camps
- Ridgetop Upper, Middle, & Lower Boat Camps
- Staigmiller Boat Camp
- Upper Parker Flat Boat Camp
Nearby waters
More in Montana
Smarter Paddling Starts in the App.
Paddleways gives you everything you need to plan smarter, paddle better, and own every trip from first launch to takeout.