Lion Creek Outfitter
Operating season and current status unknown. Similar outfitter camps in Flathead National Forest typically operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no fees. Contact the Swan Lake Ranger District at (406) 837-7500 for current conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 9 at 11:35AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches, with higher amounts above valley floors and in Glacier National Park. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Glacier National Park, Marias Pass, Essex, Polebridge, Bad Rock Canyon, and Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake. * WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to 6 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Prepare for difficult backcountry travel.
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
Lion Creek Outfitter is a primitive horse camp located in the Flathead National Forest in Lake County, Montana. The site serves outfitters and stock users accessing the backcountry via the Lion-Palisade Trail #25, which follows the Lion Creek drainage into the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. The trail climbs approximately 3,400 feet over 7.3 miles to Lion Creek Pass, with the full trail extending 13 miles. The area is heavily used by permitted outfitters running pack trips into the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Stock users should bring weed-free certified hay as required on all Forest Service lands in Region One. This is a primitive backcountry staging area with minimal developed facilities. Campers should be self-sufficient with water, feed for stock, and all supplies needed for wilderness travel.
Directions
From Kalispell, Montana, take Highway 83 south for approximately 50 miles to Condon. Turn east onto Lion Creek Road (Forest Service Road 561) and continue for about 6 miles to reach the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 837-7500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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