Dalles Campground
Open seasonally from early May through late September. First-come, first-served with no reservations. Peak season fees ($15/night) apply April through September; no fee during non-peak season.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
About
Dalles Campground occupies a scenic position above Rock Creek in the Lolo National Forest's Rock Creek drainage. The setting is a mixed conifer forest typical of western Montana's mountain valleys, with the creek below offering some of the state's best trout fishing. Rock Creek is designated a blue-ribbon trout stream, drawing anglers from across the region. The campground provides basic amenities including flush toilets and drinking water from a hand pump. Sites include picnic tables. This is a primitive camping experience with no hookups, showers, or dump stations. Pets are permitted but must be kept on a 6-foot leash; pack and saddle stock are not allowed. Access is via Rock Creek Road, a narrow and rough route that makes the campground unsuitable for trailers, motorhomes, and tow vehicles. The tradeoff for the challenging access is a quieter, more secluded camping experience in quality trout water habitat.
Directions
From Missoula, drive 20 miles east on Interstate 90 to Rock Creek exit #126. Turn onto Rock Creek Road and travel 14.5 miles south on Rock Creek Road #102. Note: Trailers, motorhomes, and tow vehicles are not recommended due to the narrow and rough road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 - $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 329-3814 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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