Gold Creek Campground
Gold Creek Campground is located 15 miles east of Stevensville, Montana, surrounded by forested terrain and mountain views. This remote campground has 4 campsites with extensive hiking, biking, motorcycle and horseback riding opportunities.
Trails from the campground and from near the campground access the Skalkaho Wildlife Preserve, Gold Creek, and the Easthouse National Recreation Trail.
Fishing in area creeks or the North Fork Bitterroot; hunting for deer and elk in season.
Campground can accommodate RV's or trailers to 25 feet.
No fees. Campsites are available on a first come/first served basis.
Gold Creek Campground Sites
Reservations
- No fees. Campsites are available on a first come/first served basis.
- At least one person must occupy a camping area during the first night after camping equipment has been set up unless permission has otherwise been granted by the Forest Ranger.
- Camping equipment cannot be left unattended for more than 24 hours without permission by the Forest Ranger. The Forest Service is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal property.
General Information
Bears frequent the area - A Food Storage Order is in effect on all National Forest System lands within the Montana portion of the Bitterroot National Forest from March 1 - December 1 annually.
Memorial Day - Labor Day
24 hours/7 days week during open operational period
- Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days. After 16 days, you must move 5 miles away from your camp site, as the crow flies.
- Quiet hours 10 p.m. – 6 a.m.
- Pets must be leashed in the campground. Consider leashing dogs at all trailheads the first few miles of the trail to prevent user conflicts in congested areas.
- No garbage service, pack it in/pack it out.
- Food Storage Required
- Campfires allowed depending on Fire Danger level. Ensure your campfire is OUT before you leave.
- Do not rinse or wash dishes/etc. out of the creek. Do it on land.
- Respect wildlife
- Use of fireworks or other explosives is prohibited on all National Forest lands
- Firing a gun is not allowed in or within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, developed recreation site, or occupied area, across or on a road or body of water, or in any circumstance whereby any person may be injured or property damaged.
No fees are required for this site
No fee charged. First come/first serve
Pets must be leashed in campground.
Contact Name: Stevensville Ranger District
Contact Phone: (406) 777-5461
Address: 88 Main Street Stevensville, MT 59870
Phone: 406-777-5461
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 46.3975
Longitude: -113.9013889
Elevation
4,841 feet
Directions
From Stevensville, Montana head south on East Side Highway 0.5 miles. Turn east (left) on Burnt Fork Rd (County Road 372) which becomes FS 312. Follow for approximately 14 miles to the campground.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Horse Riding and Camping
Biking
Hiking
Outdoor Science and Learning
Winter Sports
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Picnicking
Viewing Wildlife
Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream Info
Be sure to check the current fishing regulations with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks for local creeks and the Bitterroot River before heading out, as they can vary by location and time of year.
