Fishtrap Lake Campground
This is an open, sunny site with scattered trees on a flat bench above Fishtrap Lake. Non-motorized boating and lake fishing permitted. A hiking trail is available nearby.
Fish Your National Forests: Fish available include: Trout, Native Trout; Types of fishing available include: Wade, Shore, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait.
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Reservations
No reservations are taken. The campground is first come, first served.
General Information
A picnic table and fire ring is available at each campsite. RV pull-throughs available.
Open 24 hours/day
No fees are required for this site
No fee required.
Pets must be on leash.
Address: 408 Clayton Plains, MT 59859
Phone: 406-826-3821
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 47.861468
Longitude: -115.202826
Directions
From the town of Thompson Falls, travel 5 miles east on state highway 200. Turn left (north) onto the paved Thompson River Road (do not take the graveled road). Travel 15 miles north on the Thompson River Road. Turn left (west) on Fishtrap Creek Road #516 for 14 miles. Then turn left (west) on Forest Service Road #7593 for 2 miles; road is narrow. Campground is 200 feet beyond the lake access.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault toilet(s)Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Utilizing a hand-pump well, for much of the summer season.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - Lake & Pond
