Grave Creek Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground is actively managed from Memorial Day through Labor Day but remains available outside that period depending on road and weather conditions.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 8:15AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow counties in effect until 9AM on 08/10/2026 An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near future. Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls are Very Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Dillon, Libby and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Butte, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Cut Bank, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Malta and Missoula are Moderate. When air quality is Very Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid any outdoor activity; everyone else should avoid prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
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.
About
Grave Creek Campground is a quiet, primitive campground tucked into the Kootenai National Forest in northwestern Montana, approximately 4 miles north of Fortine. With just 4 campsites, the campground provides a secluded experience for those seeking solitude in the forest. Each site comes equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The campground operates on a pack-in, pack-out basis with no fees required. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water on site; campers must filter or treat water from nearby Grave Creek or bring their own supply. The access road and site layout can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet in length. Fishing opportunities are available along the creek. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash. The maximum stay is 16 consecutive days, consistent with all National Forest System lands. While the campground is managed primarily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, it remains accessible year-round depending on weather and road conditions.
Directions
From Fortine, follow Highway 93 northeast for approximately 3 miles to mile post 169 and turn right onto Grave Creek Road 114. Follow Road 114 for approximately 3 miles and turn right onto Stoken Road 7061. Continue on Road 7061 for 0.6 miles and turn left into the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| 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 | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 293-6211 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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