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Copper King Campground
Area Status: Open
This campground is in a moist river bottom cedar forest (bring your bug repellent in June and July). Adjacent Thompson River offers fishing opportunities. Access for large vehicles can be challenging.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Closes November 2, 2023. |
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| Reservations: | No reservations are taken. The campground is first come, first served. |
| Fees: | No fee required |
| Open Season: | Spring - Late fall |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Bear Safety and Food Storage Requirements Information |
| Closest Towns: | Thompson Falls, Montana |
| Water: | No drinking water available |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
| Information Center: | Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District, 406-826-3821 |
General Information
Directions: From the town of Thompson Falls, travel east on state highway 200. Turn left (north) onto the paved Thompson River Road (do not take the graveled road).General Notes: A picnic table and fire ring is available at each campsite. The campground road is not suitable for long vehicles or trailers. The group site is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Activities
Campground Camping
A nice, cool place to camp after a day of fishing in the sunshine.| No. of Sites | 4 |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Group Camping
A nice, shady place to be on a hot day. Group site is available on a first-come, first-served basis.| No. of Sites | 1 |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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River and Stream Fishing
The Thompson River offers fishing opportunities. Mostly wading, very little boat fishing.| Fish Species | brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, mountain whitefish |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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