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Camping & Cabins

Whether you choose to hike the remote high country, stay in one of our cabin and lookout rentals, or spend a quiet weekend at a developed campground, you will find a facility to meet your needs in the Kootenai National Forests.

Several sites can be reserved at Recreation.gov. Cabin Rentals (includes cabins and lookouts), individual campsites within some of the Campgrounds, and most Group Campsites are available through reservations.  Cabins, lookouts, and campsites are released on a 6 month rolling basis, at 8am MDT (Example: on September 6, 2023 at 8am MDT, a site would be released through March 6, 2024). Group Campsites are released on a 9 month rolling basis, at 8am MDT. 

Please be aware that you are not allowed to stay for a period longer than 16 consecutive days and no more than 32 cumulative days within a calendar year on National Forests in Montana.  Regional Closure Order Camping Restrictions.

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Meadow Peak Lookout
Site Open
Meadow Peak Lookout sits atop its namesake mountain at an elevation of 6,710 feet in the Kootenai National Forest. The lookout has been used as an observation point for spotting forest fires for over…

Minton Peak Lookout
Minton Peak Lookout is situated in the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 5,351 feet in the Kootenai National Forest. The original lookout was constructed in 1932, replaced in 1968, and completely…

Mt. Baldy-Buckhorn Ridge Lookout
Outdoor Science and Learning
The Mount Baldy - Buckhorn Ridge Lookout sits at an elevation of 6,529 feet in the Kootenai National Forest. This location has been used as an observation point for detecting forest fires since 1910.…

North Dickey Lake Campground
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Water Activities
North Dickey Lake Campground is a beautiful campground next to scenic Dickey Lake and several hiking and mountain biking trails. It's conveniently located off the main highway and provides a secluded…

North Shore Campground
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Water Activities
The North Shore Campground is located about 4 miles north of Trout Creek off Hwy 200 on North Shore Road. The campground has 16 (3 pull thru's) sites including one host site, with tables and fire…

Peck Gulch Campground
Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Scenic Drives Picnicking
The Peck Gulch Campground is located 21 miles southwest of Eureka off Hwy 37. The campground has 22 campsites including one host site, with tables, fire rings and some with tent pads and able to…

Pete Creek Campground
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Water Activities Hiking
The Pete Creek Campground is located northwest of Troy on Yaak Hwy 508. The campground has 13 sites, including one host site, with tables and fire rings. Campground roads and parking spurs are…

Pleasant Valley Campground
Horse Riding and Camping
The Pleasant Valley Campground is located approximately 32 miles southwest of Libby on Highway 2. The campground has 7 sites tables and fire rings and able to accommodate up to a 32' rv. There is…

Red Top Campground
Red Top Campground is located northwest of Troy on Highway 508. The campground has 3 sites with tables and fire rings. Amenities include a vault toilet.

Rexford Bench Campground
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities Outdoor Science and Learning
Rexford Bench Campground is the most highly developed campground within the Kootenai National Forest. It is a popular destination for boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Koocanusa, and hiking in…
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