Lake Creek Campground
Open and available for camping. Managed from Memorial Day through Labor Day, but accessible year-round weather permitting. No potable water on site; campers must bring their own water supply. Pack-in, pack-out trash policy.
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
Lake Creek Campground is a quiet, free primitive campground tucked into the forests of the Kootenai National Forest, approximately 32 miles southwest of Libby off the West Fisher Road. The campground sits at 3,360 feet elevation along Lake Creek, offering a peaceful retreat for campers seeking solitude without fees or reservations. The campground features 4 developed sites, each equipped with a tent pad, picnic table, and fire ring. An additional 4 dispersed campsites are available nearby. Roads and parking spurs are gravel or native material, and the campground can accommodate RVs up to 32 feet in length. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water on site so campers must bring their own supply. Recreational opportunities include fishing in nearby streams and hiking trails in the area. The campground operates on a pack-in, pack-out basis, and pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash. The area is managed from Memorial Day through Labor Day, but remains accessible year-round depending on weather and road conditions.
Directions
From Libby, follow Highway 2 south to milepost 56.7 and turn right onto Libby Creek Road 231. Follow Road 231 for 6.4 miles to the junction with Bramlet Creek Road 2332, then turn right. Follow Road 2332 for 0.72 miles to the Lake Creek Campground junction.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 293-6211 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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