Elk Lake Dispersed Camping and Picnic Area
Elk Lake dispersed camping and picnic area is surrounded by pristine wilderness and mountain lakes and streams. There are abundant wildlife viewing opportunities in the area, which is particularly popular with birders. Bears frequent the landscape here, so be sure to be bear aware and follow all regulations and best practices for food storage.
Reservations
General Information
- There is no water available at this site. Visitors must bring their own. Any water taken from streams or springs must be treated prior to consumption.
- There is no cell phone coverage in the area.
- There is no garbage service at this site. Please pack out what you pack in.
- Bear-resistant food storage boxes are available.
- Road conditions can be an issue accessing this campground. Please call (406) 682-4253 for road conditions.
Open annually mid-May through mid-October, weather dependent.
Open annually mid-May through mid-September, weather dependent.
Forest-wide stay limit: Camping in an area, campsite, or developed campground is limited to 16 accumulated days within any 30-day period. The Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest has a mandatory forest-wide Food Storage Order.
No fees are required for this site
There is no fee ($0) for this dispersed camping area.
Address: 5 Forest Service Road Ennis, MT 59729
Phone: 406-682-4253
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 44.669364
Longitude: -111.631019
Elevation
6,400
Directions
The dispersed camping area is located approximately 50 miles east of Monida on Red Rock Lake National Wildlife Refuge Road.
From Henry's Lake, Idaho take Red Rock Pass from for about 23 miles. The route is complicated and requires travel plan map.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Picnicking
Hiking
Water Activities
Fishing - Lake & Pond
Fishing - Ice
Picnicking - Single
Day Hikes
Boating - Motorized