Dorr Skeels Campground

Kootenai National Forest — lakeside

Location: Troy, MT, MT

Price: From $16 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Dorr Skeels Campground is located 13 miles south of Troy on Hwy 56. The Dorr Skeels Campground has 8 overnight campsites, including one host site and 2 day use sites with tables and fire rings. Amenities include potable water, vault toilets, swimming area with beach and a fully developed boat ramp with dock.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/dorr-skeels-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Small, well-maintained federal campground with beach swimming, boat ramp with dock, and mountain views. Clean facilities and picnic tables scattered throughout forested sites.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, American Red Squirrel, California Gull, Red Crossbill, Vaux's Swift, Red Crossbill, and Northern Alligator Lizard present in area

Insider tips for Dorr Skeels Campground: Book early — popular federal campground with only 8 overnight sites Gate closes at 10:00 pm and opens at 7:00 am daily Swimming area is shallow and rocky with no sand Boat ramp includes dock for easier water access

Skip Dorr Skeels Campground if: You have small dogs — documented dog attack incident at camp host site. You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit November-April — seasonal closure. Dogs are not permitted on the swim beach area.

Best time to visit Dorr Skeels Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: Bull River Guard Station (TROUT CREEK, MT), Bull River Pavilion (TROUT CREEK, MT), Lunch Peak Lookout (SANDPOINT, ID), Sam Owen (Hope, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dorr Skeels Campground

Cell signal at Dorr Skeels Campground (Troy, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Troy, MT, MT★ 4 (0 reviews)From $16/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Dorr Skeels Campground is located 13 miles south of Troy on Hwy 56. The Dorr Skeels Campground has 8 overnight campsites, including one host site and 2 day use sites with tables and fire rings. Amenities include potable water, vault toilets, swimming area with beach and a fully developed boat ramp with dock.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You have small dogs — documented dog attack incident at camp host site✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit November-April — seasonal closure✕ Dogs are not permitted on the swim beach area

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

popular federal campground with only 8 overnight sites

Gate closes at 10:00 pm and opens at 7:00 am daily

Swimming area is shallow and rocky with no sand

Boat ramp includes dock for easier water access

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this period only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Pika, American Red Squirrel, California Gull, Red Crossbill, Vaux's Swift, Red Crossbill, and Northern Alligator Lizard present in area

Location

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Getting there →

From Troy follow Hwy 2 east for 3 miles to the junction with Hwy 56. Turn and follow Hwy 56 for approximately 13 miles, turn right on Dorr Skeels road 1117 and follow to the campground. Laundry, gas, ice and store are located in Troy.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Kootenai National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Kootenai National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Dorr Skeels Campground cost per night?+
Dorr Skeels Campground costs $16 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Dorr Skeels Campground open?+
Dorr Skeels Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Dorr Skeels Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Dorr Skeels Campground?+
Dorr Skeels Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Dorr Skeels Campground?+
Dorr Skeels Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Dorr Skeels Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dorr Skeels Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Dorr Skeels Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Dorr Skeels Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$16 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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