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South Dickey Lake

Kootenai National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Eureka, MT, MT

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 3 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

South Dickey Lake is a popular day use group picnic area on the shores of beautiful Dickey Lake. It provides access to a grassy swimming beach. There are 5 day use sites, but only one site can be reserved.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

South Dickey Lake offers beautiful mountain scenery and direct access to a grassy swimming beach on the shores of Dickey Lake, with excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, and water sports. Campers consistently praise the peaceful setting and stunning views.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area — practice food storage safety. Also watch for Osprey, Great Horned Owl, and Western Painted Turtle.

Insider tips for South Dickey Lake: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 1 reservable site. Only 1 of 5 day use sites can be reserved; arrive early for first-come-first-serve sites. Fish for kokanee salmon, kamloop, and rainbow trout. Access grassy swimming beach and enjoy water skiing on the lake.

Skip South Dickey Lake if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at this campground.. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. You're looking for developed overnight camping — this is primarily a day use group picnic area..

Best time to visit South Dickey Lake: June-September — Campground operates May through October; summer months ideal for swimming, boating, and fishing activities on Dickey Lake..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at South Dickey Lake

Cell signal at South 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★ 3 (2 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    South Dickey Lake is a popular day use group picnic area on the shores of beautiful Dickey Lake. It provides access to a grassy swimming beach. There are 5 day use sites, but only one site can be reserved.

    Best for:AnglersBoatersFamiliesSites:Tent
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    ADA sites1 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    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 campground.✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You're looking for developed overnight camping — this is primarily a day use group picnic area.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with only 1 reservable site.

    Only 1 of 5 day use sites can be reserved; arrive early for first-come-first-serve sites.

    Fish for kokanee salmon, kamloop, and rainbow trout.

    Access grassy swimming beach and enjoy water skiing on the lake.

    Best: June-September

    Campground operates May through October; summer months ideal for swimming, boating, and fishing activities on Dickey Lake.

    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: American Black Bear present in area — practice food storage safety. Also watch for Osprey, Great Horned Owl, and Western Painted Turtle.

    Location

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

    From Eureka travel South on Hwy 93 for approximately 20 miles. Take a left on Lake Shore road 3788 and follow for 2 miles to the day use site.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

    Community

    #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 South Dickey Lake cost per night?+
    South Dickey Lake costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is South Dickey Lake open?+
    South Dickey Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does South Dickey Lake have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at South Dickey Lake?+
    South Dickey Lake is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at South Dickey Lake?+
    South 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 South Dickey Lake?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at South Dickey Lake is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is South Dickey Lake open, and what are check-in times?+
    South Dickey Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $20 /night★ 3 (2)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    North Dickey Lake

    Eureka, MT

    From $16/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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