The Big Therriault Lake campground is located 12.5 air miles from Fortine. The campground has 10 campsite, including one host site, with tables, fire rings and able to accommodate up to a 32' rv. Amenities include potable water, vault toilets, food storage boxes and boat ramp developed for small boats.
At a Glance
Operational Hours: | The campground is managed from June 29th through September 8th, but is available all year around to visitors. Access is dependent upon weather conditions. |
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Reservations: | All sites are on a first come; first serve basis. |
Fees: |
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Open Season: | June |
Busiest Season: | Summer |
Restrictions: | Pets are welcome, but must be leashed. 16 day stay limit on National Forest System Lands. Lighting of fireworks is not allowed on National Forest System Lands. |
Closest Towns: | Eureka, MT |
Water: | Potable water/ Hand pump |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Directions: From Fortine follow Hwy 93 northeast approximately 3 miles (mp 169.34) and turn right onto Grave Creek road 114. Follow road 114 for 14 miles to the junction with Therriault Lakes road 319. Continue north on road 319 for 14 miles to the Y. Turn left onto Big Therriault Lake road 7116 and follow for 0.03 miles to the campground. Dump facilities, laundry, showers, gas, ice and store are located in Eureka. |
Activities
Campground Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
The lake is 56 acres in size with an average depth of 40 feet. The shoreline is 1.22 miles in length. Westslope cutthroat trout is the most common fish caught, but other species are present.
Visit Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks web site for fishing regulations.