Marten Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the winter season. Typically managed from mid-May through late October, weather permitting.
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
Marten Creek Campground is a small developed facility located at Marten Creek Bay on Noxon Reservoir in the Kootenai National Forest, approximately 9 miles north of Trout Creek. Situated at an elevation of 2,200 feet, the campground offers 6 developed sites, with 4 sites featuring covered shelters for weather protection. All sites include picnic tables and fire rings. The campground can accommodate RVs up to 32 feet in length, with gravel roads providing access throughout the facility. One of the sites is designed for group use, accommodating up to 45 people, with a large shelter containing 3 tables underneath the pavilion. Individual sites can host up to 15 people per camping shelter. An ADA-accessible trail runs through the campground and day-use area. The campground features vault toilets but no potable water, so visitors must bring their own drinking water. A developed boat launch and dock provide direct access to Noxon Reservoir for fishing and motorized boating. The campground operates on a pack-in, pack-out basis with no fees required. Pets are welcome but must be kept on leash. Stays are limited to 16 days. Access is via Marten Creek Road 2229, either 7 miles northwest from Trout Creek or 9 miles southeast from Noxon.
Directions
From Trout Creek, travel Marten Creek Road 2229 northwest for 7 miles to the campground. From Noxon, travel Marten Creek Road 2229 southeast for 9 miles.
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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 | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Marten Creek Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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