GOOD/KNIFE THS DISPERSED SITE
The dispersed site is expected to be accessible when roads are clear of snow, typically late spring through fall. Big Creek area has a seasonal closure in effect for peregrine falcon nesting habitat. Fire danger is currently low. A 16-day consecutive stay limit applies.
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
Good/Knife Trailhead Dispersed Site is a primitive camping area situated between Good Creek and Knife Gulch in the Big Creek drainage of Kootenai National Forest. The site provides access to Knife Point Trail (542), a moderate 2.5-mile trail that parallels Knife Gulch before switchbacking up a steep ridge to Boulder Creek Road. As a dispersed site, campers should expect no developed amenities. Standard Leave No Trace practices apply, and campers must pack out all trash. The surrounding area offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and nature study in a remote setting near Lake Koocanusa. The site is managed by the Rexford Ranger District. Montana National Forests enforce a 16 consecutive day stay limit with no more than 32 cumulative days per calendar year. Food storage orders are in effect in the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem, requiring proper storage of attractants.
Directions
From Highway 37, cross Koocanusa Bridge (15 miles south of Eureka) and proceed south on FDR 228 for 8 miles to the junction with Big Creek Road 336. Follow Big Creek Road 336 approximately 4.8 miles to the trailhead area.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| 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 (406) 296-2536 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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