Woodhawk Recreation Area campground
Woodhawk Recreation Area
The campground amenities include 34 campsites with electrical hookups, water, and a dump station. There are also restrooms, showers, picnic areas, and a playground for children. Fishing and boating are popular activities in the reservoir, and there is a boat ramp located within the campground.
Interesting facts about the area include that the Fort Peck Dam is the largest hydraulically filled dam in the United States and that the reservoir is home to over 50 species of fish. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, bighorn sheep, and bald eagles.
The best time of year to visit the Woodhawk Recreation Area Campground is during the summer months when temperatures are mild, averaging in the mid-70s. However, visitors should note that the area can experience severe weather, including thunderstorms and tornadoes.
Sources:
-https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234317
-https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/dpg/recarea/?recid=67603
-https://www.visitmt.com/places-to-go/parks-and-recreation/fort-peck-reservoir.html
What's on-site at Woodhawk Recreation Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Woodhawk Recreation Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhawk (Middle) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Woodhawk (Upper) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hideaway Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gist Bottom Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| James Kipp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Woodhawk Recreation Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri River Near Landusky Mt | 7,440 cfs | → |
| Judith River Nr Mouth | 356 cfs | → |
| Peoples Creek Near Hays Mt | 1 cfs | → |
| Milk River Near Harlem Mt | 547 cfs | → |
| Milk River Near Dodson Mt | 18 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Near Chinook Mt | 6 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Woodhawk (Lower)
- Homestead - Gus Nelson
- Woodhawk (Middle)
- Woodhawk (Upper)
- Cow Island
- Hideaway Recreation Area
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Woodhawk Recreation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Woodhawk Recreation Area
Can I make reservations at Woodhawk Recreation Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Woodhawk Recreation Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Woodhawk Recreation Area.