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Dalles Campground Introduce

Dalles Campground, located in Lolo National Forest on Forest Road #7500, Clinton, MT 59825, offers a picturesque camping experience along Rock Creek. As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, it provides access to natural beauty and basic amenities, making it a popular choice for those seeking a serene outdoor getaway.

Environment and Location:

Dalles Campground is situated in a "gorgeous spot along the river," with several campsites located directly on the creek. The campground is the fourth one up Rock Creek road from the Sawmill fishing access and is often praised for having the "best sites available." Its proximity to the suspension bridge and Welcome Creek trailhead makes it an ideal location for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Amenities and Facilities:

  • Creek-Side Sites: Several campsites offer direct access to the creek.
  • Hand Pump Water: The campground provides water via a hand pump.
  • Vault Toilets: Vault toilets are available for sanitation.

Important Considerations:

  • Road Conditions: The road leading to the campground is described as "rough," consisting mostly of gravel and generating significant dust.
  • River Access: While the campground is along the river, it is not at river level. There is an approximate 20-foot bank leading down to the water.
  • Wildlife: Visitors can expect to see wildlife, including eagles and deer. Friendly mule deer are known to frequent the area. Flies can be prevalent.
  • First-Come, First-Serve: The campground has 10 sites, all of which are first-come, first-serve.

Recreational Activities:

Dalles Campground is a great base for outdoor activities. The creek offers opportunities for fishing and water activities, while the nearby Welcome Creek trail provides hiking and exploration options. The proximity to the suspension bridge adds to the scenic appeal and hiking adventures.

Promotional Information:

Dalles Campground offers a beautiful creek-side camping experience in Lolo National Forest. With hand pump water and vault toilets, it provides basic amenities for a comfortable stay. The campground's location near the Welcome Creek trail and suspension bridge makes it ideal for hikers and nature lovers. While the rough road conditions and wildlife should be considered, the scenic beauty and peaceful atmosphere make Dalles Campground a worthwhile destination. Contact them at (406) 329-3814 or +1 406-329-3814 for more information.

Location

MontanaGranite CountyClintonForest Road

Customer Reviews

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22 reviews
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R Brown (USMC)
Aug 26, 2018

Great campground with several spots right on the creek. There is water available (from a hand pump) and pit toilets. This is the 4th campground up Rock Creek road from the Saw mill fishing access and it has the best sites available of the 4 (in my opinion) Just a couple hundred yards from the suspension bridge and Welcome creek trail head. There are several friendly mule deer that will bester you to no end but it's kind of cool to see them hanging around.

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Chris Franklin
Aug 15, 2020

Gorgeous spot along the river. 10 spots, all FF. Campground is not at river level. There is ~20 ft bank leading down to the river. Vault toilets and hand pumped water. The road in is rough... mostly gravel and traffic generates a lot of dust. Wildlife includes eagles, deer and lots of annoying flies.

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Mike Guild
Aug 21, 2023

10 spots. Some on the river, some on the opposite side of the road. Easy access to the creek down a small hill. Pretty straightforward. Great campsite. Secluded from other sites. Water available.

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Dan Long
Aug 27, 2023

There are installing updated restrooms. So portapottys is used for now. The water from the well pump tastes great. Rock creek next to campsite was great. And the hike trail near by started with a walking bridge.

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Linda Yeager
Aug 22, 2024

All campgrounds are NOT accessible due to construction (mid August) except for Nolan--tent camping only. Unless you have 4 wheel drive and really high clearance to get over the fresh dirt dumped down the middle of the narrow road and no guarantee you can make it back to I-90.