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Recreation Region: Plains/Thompson Falls Area

West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground

This is an open, sunny site along a broad, meandering stream. Streamside fishing opportunities available. Scenic.

Current Conditions
The campground is first-come, first-serve. Water will not be available until mid-June. Call District to confirm opening date 406-826-3821.

General Information

A picnic table and fire ring is available at each campsite.

May 23 - October 31, 2024

Open 24 hours/day

No Fees are required for this site.

No fee required

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 47.816604

Longitude: -115.149221

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 10 miles. Turn left (south) on the West Fork Fishtrap Creek Road. Campground is on the right after 0.1 mile.

Facility and Amenity Information

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated May 7th, 2025