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West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground is a National Forest campground near Thompson Falls, Montana.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Thompson Falls, Montana

National Forest
Managed by

West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground sits inside Lolo National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

What's there

  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Potable water

On site: Toilets and potable water.

Access and cell service

Elevation
3,535 ft

47.8166, -115.1492 in Sanders. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground?

No. West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground?

Camping at West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground is free.

Is there drinking water at West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground?

Yes, West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground has potable water. It also has toilets.

Who manages West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground?

West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground

Hot springs nearby

swimholesmap.com · within 30 miles

The nearest hot spring to West Fork Fishtrap Creek Campground, in a straight line: Camas Hot Springs (hot spring, 27 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.

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