Owl Creek Corral

Flathead National Forest — lakeside

Location: Bigfork, MT, MT

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Owl Creek Corral is located at the Owl Creek Packer Camp Trailhead. It is available to reserve for up to seven days. The maximum capacity is 12 head of stock.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Located at the Owl Creek Packer Camp Trailhead with access to hiking and horseback riding trails leading into the Bob Marshall Wilderness Area. Half a mile from Holland Lake offering swimming, boating, and fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Lion, Wapiti, American Elk, Belted Kingfisher, Cedar Waxwing, Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, Common Garter Snake

Insider tips for Owl Creek Corral: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Maximum stay is seven days Metal hay bunks and water trough provided - designed for stock animals Located approximately half-mile from Holland Lake Falls

Skip Owl Creek Corral if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available at this location. You require camping outside May through October seasonal window. You have more than 12 head of stock - this is the maximum capacity.

Best time to visit Owl Creek Corral: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Holland Lake Campground (BIGFORK, MT), Owl Creek Cabin (BIGFORK, MT), Lake Alva Campground (Seeley Lake, MT), Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) (SEELEY LAKE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Owl Creek Corral

Cell signal at Owl Creek Corral (Bigfork, 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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Bigfork, MT, MT★ 4 (6 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Owl Creek Corral is located at the Owl Creek Packer Camp Trailhead. It is available to reserve for up to seven days. The maximum capacity is 12 head of stock.

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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
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 - no hookups available at this location✕ You require camping outside May through October seasonal window✕ You have more than 12 head of stock - this is the maximum capacity

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Maximum stay is seven days

Metal hay bunks and water trough provided - designed for stock animals

Located approximately half-mile from Holland Lake Falls

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Mountain Lion, Wapiti, American Elk, Belted Kingfisher, Cedar Waxwing, Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, Common Garter Snake

Location

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Owl Creek Corral is located at the Owl Creek Packer Camp, about 4 miles off Montana State Highway 83 in the Swan Valley. From Highway 83 turn east onto Holland Lake Road #44 near mile marker 35. After 2.5 miles, turn right on Owl Loop Road #9558. Go about 0.5 miles and turn right on Road #10121 to Owl Creek Packer Camp. The camp entrance is located on the right. Turn here and continue straight through the camp, turn left at the end and drive past the corrals. The corral for rent is the last corr

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Owl Creek Corral cost per night?+
Owl Creek Corral costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Owl Creek Corral open?+
Owl Creek Corral is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Owl Creek Corral have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Owl Creek Corral?+
Owl Creek Corral is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Owl Creek Corral?+
Owl Creek Corral 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 Owl Creek Corral?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Owl Creek Corral is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Owl Creek Corral open, and what are check-in times?+
Owl Creek Corral is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$20 /night★ 4 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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