Summary
The area is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, and visitors can also enjoy hiking, biking, and boating in the nearby national forests. The campground provides basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. It is first-come, first-serve with 12 campsites available. The best time to visit is during the summer months when temperatures average around 70°F during the day and 40°F at night. Visitors should be prepared for cool, rainy weather even during the summer months. Overall, the Loon Lake Camping Area is a great option for those seeking a peaceful and secluded camping experience in Montana's beautiful wilderness.
Nearby Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations |
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Loon Lake
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Big Creek Baldy Lookout
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Kilbrennan Lake Campground
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Kilbrennan Lake
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Timberlane Campground
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Timberlane
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yaak River Near Troy Mt
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282cfs |
Kootenai River At Leonia Id
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17300cfs |
Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt
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17000cfs |
Fisher River Near Libby Mt
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134cfs |
Kootenai River Bel Moyie River Nr Bonners Ferry Id
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17700cfs |
Kootenai River @ Tribal Hatchery Nr Bonners Ferry
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15700cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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BANFIELD MOUNTAIN
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3" |
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NOHRSC BANFIELD MOUNTAIN
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2" |
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LIBBY
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0" |
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YAAK 9NNE
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0" |
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BEAR MOUNTAIN
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12" |
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GARVER CREEK
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0" |
River Runs
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From The Junction Of Hennesey Creek Downstream For Nine Miles To The Confluence With The Kootenai River To
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From The Boundary Of The Flagstaff Mountain Inventoried Roadless Area #690 Downstream For Three Miles To The Confluence Of Main Quartz Creek To
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From The Headwaters Of The West Fork Of Quartz Creek Downstream For Three Miles To The Boundary Of The Flagstaff Mountain Inventoried Roadless Area #690 To
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Headwaters, East And North Fork Of The Yaak River To Yaak Falls, Sec. 4, T33N, R33W
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Lookout Creek And South Fork, Sec. 21, T34N, R30W To Upstream For 6 Miles
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10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek To 10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek