Yaak River Campground (MT)
Yaak River Campground (MT) is a national forest campground in Montana. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Montana
- Coordinates
- 48.55905, -115.97298
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Swimming Site, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 406-295-4693
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Yaak River Campground (MT)
Overview Yaak River Campground is located approximately 8 miles west of Troy, Montana and 6.5 miles east of the Idaho border on Highway 2 . This campground is located at the confluence of the Kootenai and Yaak Rivers. There are campsites on both sides of the Yaak River. Recreation The Yaak and Kootenai Rivers provide ample opportunity for visitors to enjoy fishing, rafting and canoeing, among other activities. Boats can be launched at a primitive boat ramp near the campground. Anglers can expect a catch of mostly whitefish and a variety of trout. Hiking and mountain biking opportunities are available on a variety of trails within the Cabinet Mountains. Kootenai Falls, the largest un-dammed waterfall in the state and an attraction of historical significance for the Kootenai Tribe, is located about 15 miles east of Yaak River Campground. It offers spectacular views, as the river drops 300 feet in just a few hundred yards. A swinging bridge is available and provides a different point of view to see the falls. Facilities The campground has 45 sites, including one host site, all with tables and fire rings. Most sites offer an average length of 32 feet. Vault toilets, garbage service, firewood and drinking water are available during the peak season. The campground campsites are not currently on the reservation system. The reservable group site is available for large groups up to 75 people. It is equipped with multiple tables, grills and a large campfire circle. A boat
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Rexford Bench Campground · 44 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 124 designated routes (246 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yaak River | National forest campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Yaak River Campground | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Yaak Mtn. Lookout Rental | National forest campground | 2.4 mi | — | No hookups |
| 2378Rd Yaak River Canyon West | National forest camping area | 4.1 mi | — | — |
| Road2394E Site 2 | National forest camping area | 4.5 mi | — | — |
| Road 2394E Site 1 | National forest camping area | 4.5 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.