Jackpine Flats Campground
Closed — Managed Memorial Day through Labor Day, but accessible year-round depending on weather and road conditions. Currently closed for the winter season. 16-day stay limit applies.
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.
R1-2023-02 - 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.
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.
Flood Events & Safety Reminders
Over the past week, portions of the Kootenai National Forest have experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.
Ross Creek Cedar Flood Update
After the recent flood events that occurred across the Kootenai National Forest, the Ross Creek Cedars unfortunately sustained significant damage. The damage is currently being assessed.
Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas
Portions of the Kootenai National Forest have recently experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.
Isabella & Lost Girl Fires- Road and Trail Closure
Due to the Isabella and Lost Girl Fires on the Cabinet Ranger District, a closure order is now in effect for a portion National Forest System Road 407, National Forest System Trail #407A, and Trail #646 (St. Paul Lake Trail).
Spruce Fire Road Closure-Updated
Due to the Spruce and Spruce Ridge Fires on the Three Rivers Ranger District, a closure order is still in effect. However, the original order has been terminated and replaced with an updated closure.
South Meadow Creek Fire Closure
Due to the South Meadow Creek Fire, a closure order is now in effect for National Forest System Roads #524 and #5961, starting at the junction of the two roads to their respective ending points.
Kootenai Rails Trail Closure
A portion of the Kootenai Rails Trail (NFS Trail #255) on the Rexford Ranger District is now temporarily closed during construction activities on the Tobacco River Bridge, which is over the trail, and to protect the public on the trail from potential debris impacts.
About
Jackpine Flats Campground is a remote, primitive camping location situated 20 miles south of Trout Creek on Beaver Creek Road (Forest Road 152) in the Clark Fork River Area of Kootenai National Forest. At an elevation of 3,100 feet and just 3.5 miles from the Idaho state line, this small campground offers a single site equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The site is best suited for tent camping or pop-up trailers due to limited space for maneuvering larger recreational vehicles. Amenities are minimal, consistent with the primitive nature of the site. A vault toilet is available, but there is no potable water, so visitors must bring their own water supply. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash, and visitors are subject to a 16-day stay limit on all National Forest lands. The surrounding area provides opportunities for fishing in nearby streams and rivers, as well as horseback riding. Access to the campground is via Beaver Creek Road (FR 152), approximately 9 miles from Highway 200. While managed from Memorial Day through Labor Day, the campground remains accessible year-round depending on weather and road conditions, making it an option for adventurous campers seeking solitude in Montana's northwest wilderness.
Directions
From Highway 200, turn onto Beaver Creek Road (Forest Road 152) and travel approximately 9 miles south to the campground. The campground is located about 20 miles south of Trout Creek.
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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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 293-6211 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Jackpine Flats Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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