Recreation


Discover an Area by Activity

Select an activity to find an area to visit.

The Flathead National Forest contains three wilderness areas, two ski areas, impressive mountain ranges, lakes, wild and scenic rivers, campgrounds, picnic areas, and cabins. Hiking, wildlife viewing, whitewater rafting, snowmobiling, and skiing are just some activities enjoyed year-round. Whether you prefer the solitude of hiking in wilderness or the camaraderie found at popular boating and picnic areas, the Flathead National Forest offers a multitude of recreation opportunities for all.

Finding a Recreation Area or Activity

On our website, recreation opportunities are organized by districts or activity type. Note the area on our forest you'd like to stay or explore, under the right column heading 'Areas & Activities', 'Find an Area'  select the district that covers that area, then view/select the available recreation activities. Or, choose an activity under the Recreation heading on the left side of the web page and see where on the forest it is offered. Either way, we're sure you'll find exceptional recreation opportunities on the Flathead National Forest.

The District Vicinity Map displays the district boundaries, where they are located on the Flathead Forest, and their relation to surrounding forests and Northwestern Montana.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Recreation Conditions Report

Area Name Status Area Conditions
Anna Creek Cabin None None For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Ashley Lake North Campground None None Weather dependent. For condition information call Tally Lake RD, 406-758-5204.
Ashley Lake South Campground None None Weather dependent. For condition information call Tally Lake RD, 406-758-5204.
Beaver Creek Campground None None For condition information call Spotted Bear RD, 406-758-5376.
Ben Rover Cabin Open Open For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Big Creek Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Challenge Cabin None None For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Devil Creek Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Devil's Corkscrew Campground None None For condition information call Hungry Horse-Glacier View RD, 406-387-3800.
Doris Creek Campground None None Remains open to public with no services. Pack it in/Pack it out.
See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Doris Point Boating Site None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Emery Bay Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Ford Cabin Open Open For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Graves Creek Campground None None For condition information call Hungry Horse-Glacier View RD, 406-387-3800.
Holland Lake Campground None None For condition information, call the Swan Lake Ranger District at (406) 837-7500.
Hornet Lookout Cabin None None For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Lakeview Campground None None For condition information call Hungry Horse-Glacier View RD, 406-387-3800.
Lid Creek Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Lindbergh Lake Campground None None For condition information call Swan Lake RD, 406-837-7500.
Lost Johnny Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Lost Johnny Point Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Mission Lookout Cabin Open Open For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Moose Lake Campground None None Access opening date varies. For condition information call Hungry Horse-Glacier View RD, 406-387-3800.
Murray Bay Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Ninko Cabin None None For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Owl Creek Cabin Open Open For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Peter's Creek Campground None None For condition information call Spotted Bear RD, 406-758-5376.
Red Meadow Lake Campground None None Access opening date varies. For condition information call Hungry Horse-Glacier View RD, 406-387-3800.
Riverside Campground and Boating Site None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Schnaus Cabin Open Open For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Silvertip Cabin Rental Cabin None None For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Spotted Bear Campground None None For condition information call Spotted Bear RD, 406-758-5376.
Star Meadow Guard Station Cabin Open Open For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Summit Nature Center None None Hours and open dates can be found at Whitefish Mountain Resort.
Swan Lake Campground None None For condition information, call the Swan Lake Ranger District at (406) 837-7500.
Sylvia Lake Campground None None For condition information call Tally Lake RD, 406-758-5204.
Tally Lake Campground None None See conditions, fee, and location information: Flathead Valley Campgrounds (offsite link)
Tuchuck Campground None None Access opening date varies. For condition information call Hungry Horse-Glacier View RD, 406-387-3800.
Upper Stillwater Lake Campground None None For condition information call Tally Lake RD, 406-758-5204.
Van Lake Campground and Day Use None None For condition information, call the Swan Lake Ranger District at (406) 837-7500.
Wurtz Cabin Open Open For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.
Zip's Place Cabin None None For fee, reservation, and more information, visit Recreation.gov.

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