Indian Trees Campground
Closed — Closed for the winter season. Opens in early May and operates through late September, weather dependent. Peak season with full services runs Memorial Day through Labor Day.
R1-2024-01 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.
R1-2025-01 Camping stay limits & prohibitions on pallets and refuse use for target shooting
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within all national forests in Montana, and the Dakota Prairie National Grasslands, Idaho Panhandle and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.
R1-2023-01 Northern Region Camping Restrictions
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, and South Dakota.
Northern and Intermountain Regions Salmon Wild and Scenic River: Occupancy and Use
This order enacts visitor use restrictions for activities within the 80-mile-long wild segment of the Salmon Wild & Scenic River corridor, including a one-quarter mile buffer from the river, as required by the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area Manag
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).
Bitterroot National Forest Food Storage Order
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and wildlife by minimizing human-bear interactions.
Annual Mill Creek Area Climbing Closure
The Stevensville Ranger District is reminding everyone of the annual climbing closure in the Mill Creek area to allow for nesting of cliff-dwelling raptors.
Trapping prohibited within 150' of groomed cross country ski trails
Pursuant to Title 36 Code of Federal Regulation 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited as described below, within the Darby Ranger District on the Bitterroot National Forest.
Bass Creek Recreation Area
Pursuant to Title 36 CFR 261.50(a) and (b), the following are prohibited within the Bass Creek Recreation of the Stevensville Ranger District, Bitterroot National Forest.
About
Indian Trees Campground offers a quiet retreat in the Bitterroot National Forest of southwest Montana, conveniently located just 3/4 mile off Highway 93 near the base of Lost Trail Pass. At an elevation of 5,100 feet, the campground is named for the historically significant scarred ponderosa pine trees that shade the area, where Native American populations once stripped bark to extract the sweet cambium layer for food. The campground features 16 fully paved campsites designed to accommodate RVs and trailers up to 50 feet, making it exceptionally accessible. Amenities include picnic tables and fire rings at each site, vault toilets, potable water, garbage service, and a camp host. The paved design and accessible facilities make this an excellent choice for those with mobility needs. Recreational opportunities abound, with the campground serving as a gateway to multiple historic trails including the Nez Perce National Historic Trail (a 3.1-mile route beginning near the campground turnoff where wagon ruts are still visible), the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, and the nearby Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Fishing for cutthroat trout is available in Camp Creek, and the area is home to diverse wildlife including mule deer, white-tailed deer, elk, and moose. Lost Trail Hot Springs, a natural odorless hot spring perfect for swimming, is located less than half a mile away.
Directions
From Sula, travel 5.6 miles south on Highway 93, then turn west (right) onto Forest Road 729 and follow for approximately 1 mile. The access road is gravel, but the campground and parking spurs are paved.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 100ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 821-3913 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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