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North Dickey Lake

Kootenai National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Eureka, MT, MT

Price: From $16 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (45 reviews)

Season: May through October

North Dickey Lake Campground is a beautiful campground next to scenic Dickey Lake and several hiking and mountain biking trails. It’s conveniently located off the main highway and provides a secluded location for outdoor enjoyment. A day use area is located at South Dickey Day use area, on the opposite side of the lake.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

North Dickey Lake Campground offers scenic lakeside camping with access to hiking, mountain biking trails, and fishing opportunities. Google reviewers praise the friendly campground hosts and serene atmosphere.

Wildlife alert: Gray wolves, American black bears, and muskrats inhabit the area. Birds include ospreys, great horned owls, and yellow-billed loons.

Insider tips for North Dickey Lake: Book early—this is a popular federal campground Jerry's Bar with par nine golf is only 5 minutes away Lakeside campsites available with scenic views

Skip North Dickey Lake if: You need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You prefer year-round camping—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit North Dickey Lake: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: South Dickey Lake (Eureka, MT), Ninko Cabin (HUNGRY HORSE, MT), Mcguire Mtn. Lookout Rental (EUREKA, MT), Hornet Lookout (HUNGRY HORSE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at North Dickey Lake

Cell signal at North Dickey Lake (Eureka, 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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    Eureka, MT, MT★ 4.4 (45 reviews)From $16/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    North Dickey Lake Campground is a beautiful campground next to scenic Dickey Lake and several hiking and mountain biking trails. It’s conveniently located off the main highway and provides a secluded location for outdoor enjoyment. A day use area is located at South Dickey Day use area, on the opposite side of the lake.

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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
    Max RV50 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites5 sites
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesDump Station
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsElectric Hookups

    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 need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer year-round camping—seasonal operations only

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground

    Jerry's Bar with par nine golf is only 5 minutes away

    Lakeside campsites available with scenic views

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Gray wolves, American black bears, and muskrats inhabit the area. Birds include ospreys, great horned owls, and yellow-billed loons.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
    Open in OpenStreetMap ↗
    406-296-2536· Kootenai National Forest
    Getting there →

    From Eureka, travel south on Highway 93 for approximately 13 miles to Fortine. Continue south on Highway 93 for over a mile to the campground.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does North Dickey Lake cost per night?+
    North Dickey Lake costs $16 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is North Dickey Lake open?+
    North Dickey Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does North Dickey Lake have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at North Dickey Lake?+
    North Dickey Lake can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
    How do I make reservations at North Dickey Lake?+
    North Dickey Lake 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 North Dickey Lake?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at North Dickey Lake is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is North Dickey Lake open, and what are check-in times?+
    North Dickey Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $16 /night★ 4.4 (45)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    South Dickey Lake

    Eureka, MT

    From $20/night

    Ninko Cabin

    HUNGRY HORSE, MT

    From $50/night

    Mcguire Mtn. Lookout Rental

    EUREKA, MT

    From $45/night

    Hornet Lookout

    HUNGRY HORSE, MT

    From $40/night

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