Syringa is a designated boat-in campsite within the Smith River State Park corridor in Meagher County, Montana, managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. Located approximately 15 miles downstream from the Camp Baker put-in, it is one of 27 boat camps along the 59-mile float route to Eden Bridge. Access is by watercraft only — no road access exists. Float permits are required from April through mid-August and are awarded through a competitive annual lottery; after August 15, floaters may self-register at Camp Baker. No drinking water or toilet facilities are provided; all human waste must be packed out using an FWP-approved portable toilet system. During peak season (May 15–July 15), overnight camping is limited to four nights on the river per trip.
Open Apr through Oct
Smith River State Park page on the official Montana FWP website, which manages the 59-mile river corridor and all designated boat camps including Syringa.
Typical float season runs mid-April through mid-July, with occasional floating opportunities in September and October.
Scotty Allen and Syringa make an excellent choice for a first day, even though that means a lot of time on the water — Syringa is at approximately 15.2 miles from the put-in.
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Syringa is a designated boat-in campsite within the Smith River State Park corridor in Meagher County, Montana, managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. Located approximately 15 miles downstream from the Camp Baker put-in, it is one of 27 boat camps along the 59-mile float route to Eden Bridge. Access is by watercraft only — no road access exists. Float permits are required from April through mid-August and are awarded through a competitive annual lottery; after August 15, floaters may self-register at Camp Baker. No drinking water or toilet facilities are provided; all human waste must be packed out using an FWP-approved portable toilet system. During peak season (May 15–July 15), overnight camping is limited to four nights on the river per trip.
Open Apr through Oct
Smith River State Park page on the official Montana FWP website, which manages the 59-mile river corridor and all designated boat camps including Syringa.
Typical float season runs mid-April through mid-July, with occasional floating opportunities in September and October.
Scotty Allen and Syringa make an excellent choice for a first day, even though that means a lot of time on the water — Syringa is at approximately 15.2 miles from the put-in.
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.