Picnicking
The Forest Service offers picnicking opportunities in developed areas throughout national forests, with amenities like picnic tables, vault toilets, and fire grates or rings, and some areas may require fees or reservations.
General information
- Picnic areas
- The Forest Service maintains developed picnic areas scattered throughout national forests and grasslands.
- Amenities
- Most picnic areas have picnic tables, vault toilets, and fire grates or rings.
- Day-use areas
- Day-use areas are generally open from sunrise to sunset.
- First-come, first-served
- Most picnic areas operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with some exceptions which accept reservations.
- Fees
- Some picnic areas may charge a fee.
- Wildlife safety
- Always be mindful of wildlife, especially bears, and store food properly in bear-resistant containers or vehicles.
- Fire restrictions
- Check for fire restrictions and permits before starting a campfire, as fire danger levels can vary.
- Garbage
- Be prepared to pack out all trash, as onsite garbage service may be limited or unavailable.
Search for Picnicking Opportunities
Alta Campground
Explore Alta Campground in Bitterroot NF: RV/tent sites, river fishing, potable water, vault toilets, host site & shaded spots near hiking & hot springs.
Bass Creek Picnic Site
Site Open
Bass Creek Picnic area has 5 picnic sites. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings and a vault toilet. One site is accessible.
Bear Creek Pass Trailhead
The Bear Creek Pass Trailhead provides access to multiple trails that lead into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. These include trail #613 which leads to Upper and Lower Bear Lakes and also accesses…
Bear Creek Trailhead
Bear Creek Trailhead has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Bear Creek Trail #5 and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Facilities include a vault toilet, hitching rails…
Beaver Point Day Use Area
This site is a pull off with a picnic table located along the Selway River.
Big Creek Trailhead & Picnic Area
Site Open
Big Creek Trailhead has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Big Creek Trail #11 and the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Facilities include a picnic table, vault toilet,…
Black Bear Campground
Site Open
Black Bear Campground located 16 miles south of Hamilton, Montana and 26 miles north of Darby, Montana, hosts 6 sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet. The campground can…
Blodgett Campground
Site Open
Located 6 miles from the town of Hamilton, Montana, Blodgett Campground consists of 5 campsites, 1 walk-in site, plus 1 host site, complete with picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet. There…
Blodgett Trailhead
Blodgett Trailhead is located adjacent to the Blodgett Campground. It has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Blodgett Trail #19 to Blodgett Lake, Blodgett Pass and Trail…
Burnt Fork Trailhead
Burnt Fork Trailhead has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Burnt Fork Creek Trail #321. No facilities