Perch Point 1 & 2

Fort Peck Project — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Fort Peck , MT, MT

Price: From $35 per night

Price range: $35–$75 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Perch Point Recreation area is located west of Fort Peck Dam on the Missouri River in northeastern Montana. Recreation enthusiasts and sportsmen enjoy the beauty of Fort Peck Lake’s 1,500 miles of shoreline. A variety of high quality outdoor activities are available, including camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and wildlife viewing.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/perch-point-1-2 to be notified when sites open up.

Beautiful Fort Peck Lake location with 1,500 miles of shoreline offering excellent fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing. Highly rated (4.5/5 stars) for clean facilities, spacious sites, and laid-back atmosphere typical of Corps of Engineer campgrounds.

Wildlife alert: Baltimore Oriole, Western Wood-Pewee, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Yellow Warbler documented in area. Deer active during dawn/dusk hours.

Insider tips for Perch Point 1 & 2: Electric hookups available despite 'no full hookups' label — confirm site type when booking Water fill-up stations available for RV tanks Bike trail loops through campground perimeter with waterfront views Book early — federal campground fills quickly

Skip Perch Point 1 & 2 if: You need full RV hookups (water, sewer, electric). You plan to visit November-April (seasonal closure). You prefer less crowded alternatives to Corps of Engineer sites.

Best time to visit Perch Point 1 & 2: May-October — Official operating season; peak activity and water access available.

Nearby campgrounds: Boomtown Shelter (Fort peck, MT), West End Tent And Trailer Campground (Fort Peck, MT), Administration Lawn (Fort Peck, MT), 1St Dredge Shelters (Fort Peck , MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Perch Point 1 & 2

Cell signal at Perch Point 1 & 2 (Fort Peck , MT): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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Fort Peck , MT, MT★ 4 (0 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Perch Point Recreation area is located west of Fort Peck Dam on the Missouri River in northeastern Montana. Recreation enthusiasts and sportsmen enjoy the beauty of Fort Peck Lake’s 1,500 miles of shoreline. A variety of high quality outdoor activities are available, including camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and wildlife viewing.

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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 RV40 ft
Hookups2 electric sites
ADA sites2 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 full RV hookups (water, sewer, electric)✕ You plan to visit November-April (seasonal closure)✕ You prefer less crowded alternatives to Corps of Engineer sites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Electric hookups available despite 'no full hookups' label

confirm site type when booking

Water fill-up stations available for RV tanks

Bike trail loops through campground perimeter with waterfront views

Book early

federal campground fills quickly

Best: May-October

Official operating season; peak activity and water access available

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G + 5G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Baltimore Oriole, Western Wood-Pewee, Red-tailed Hawk, Northern Yellow Warbler documented in area. Deer active during dawn/dusk hours.

Location

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406-526-3411· Fort Peck Project
Getting there →

From Glasgow: head south on MT-42 S/State Hwy 24 W and continue onto MT 24 S for 15 miles. Turn right onto Duck Creek Road .2miles. Take a slight left into the Perch Point Recreation Area. From Nashua: Take MT-117 S to Hwy 24. Turn right for .2 miles. Turn left onto Duck Creek road .2 miles. Take a slight left into the Perch Point Recreation area. From MT-200: Take MT-24 N for 59.7 miles. Turn right onto Duck Creek Road .2 miles. Take a slight left into the Perch Point Recreation Area.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Perch Point 1 & 2 cost per night?+
Perch Point 1 & 2 costs $35–$75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Perch Point 1 & 2 open?+
Perch Point 1 & 2 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Perch Point 1 & 2 have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Perch Point 1 & 2?+
Perch Point 1 & 2 can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Perch Point 1 & 2?+
Perch Point 1 & 2 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 Perch Point 1 & 2?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Perch Point 1 & 2 is rated moderate. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Perch Point 1 & 2 open, and what are check-in times?+
Perch Point 1 & 2 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$35 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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