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Gold Rush Campground
Area Status: Open
This site is forested and shady, and is located in a narrow canyon bottom along a stream. A hiking trail is available nearby.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Open year long, snow dependent. Restroom closes November 1, 2023. No reservations are taken. The campground is first come, first served. |
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| Reservations: | No reservations are taken. The campground is first come, first served. |
| Fees: | No fee |
| Open Season: | - Open year-round, not plowed. |
| Usage: | Light |
| Closest Towns: | Thompson Falls, Montana |
| Water: | No drinking water is available |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
| Information Center: | Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District, 406-826-3821 |
General Information
Directions: From Thompson Falls, travel west on the Prospect Creek Road for 2 miles. Turn left (east) on the Cherry Creek Road. Turn right (south) on the Dry Creek Road #352 for 6 miles. Campground is on the right (west) side close to the 6-mile marker.General Notes: A picnic table and fire ring is available at each campsite.
Activities
Campground Camping
This campground is in a shady forest - which is great for beating the heat in the summer and is a good reason to make a toasty campfire on chilly days.| No. of Sites | 7 |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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Day Hiking
The Gold Rush Trail starts at the campground near campsite #4. The trail is less than 5 miles long, is pretty steep, and ends at the CC Divide.| Elevation desc | Climbs from 3500 feet to 5100 feet |
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
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