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Fish Lake Trail 419 is closed to all motorized use along its entire length since May 30, 2023. Non-motorized access for hiking, backpacking, and horseback riding remains open. No fees required.

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

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

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

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.

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Northern and Intermountain Regions Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness

This order implements visitor use requirements for activities within the Restricted Area and on the Restricted Trails, as required by the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area Management Plan (November 2003).

About

Fish Lake Camp is a remote backcountry access point in the North Fork of the Clearwater Corridor within the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. The trailhead provides access to Fish Lake, a scenic high mountain lake located near the Idaho-Montana border in the Widow Mountain area. Fish Lake Trail 419 leads to the lake, covering approximately 7 miles one-way. The trail is accessible to hikers, horses, and formerly to ATVs, though motorized use has been prohibited since May 2023 under Forest Order 01-17-53-23-001. The lake is known for cutthroat trout fishing and offers primitive camping opportunities for backpackers willing to make the trek. This is a primitive backcountry location with no developed facilities. Visitors should be fully self-sufficient, bringing their own water, food, and all necessary gear. The area is accessed via Forest Service Road 297.

Directions

From the North Fork of the Clearwater area, take Forest Service Road 297 to the Fish Lake Trailhead.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets No
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (208) 935-2513

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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