Timberlane Campground

Kootenai National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: LIBBY, MT, MT

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

Timberlane Campground group site is located along a forest creek and in an area thick with towering trees. Several hiking trails exist in the area. The group pavilion accommodates up to 100 people and is set up for reunions and receptions.

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

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

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

Timberlane is a secluded, well-maintained campground along Pipe Creek in the Kootenai National Forest with excellent hiking trails and recreation amenities. Campers consistently praise its cleanliness, quiet atmosphere, and peaceful setting.

Wildlife alert: Moose and American Elk frequent the area; also Coyote, Snowshoe Hare, Mule Deer, Northern Rubber Boa, and Northern Alligator Lizard

Insider tips for Timberlane Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Only 1 site available; it's a group site accommodating up to 100 people Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups at most sites

Skip Timberlane Campground if: You need RV hookups (electric, water, sewer not available). You require year-round access (seasonal May-October only). You prefer larger individual campsites.

Best time to visit Timberlane Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Big Creek Baldy. Lookout Rental (LIBBY, MT), Mcgillivray Campground (Mt) (LIBBY, MT), Souse Gulch (Libby , MT), Alexander Creek Campground (Libby Montana, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Timberlane Campground

Cell signal at Timberlane Campground (LIBBY, 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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LIBBY, MT, MT★ 3.8 (4 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Timberlane Campground group site is located along a forest creek and in an area thick with towering trees. Several hiking trails exist in the area. The group pavilion accommodates up to 100 people and is set up for reunions and receptions.

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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

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
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 (electric, water, sewer not available)✕ You require year-round access (seasonal May-October only)✕ You prefer larger individual campsites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Only 1 site available; it's a group site accommodating up to 100 people

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups at most sites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Moose and American Elk frequent the area; also Coyote, Snowshoe Hare, Mule Deer, Northern Rubber Boa, and Northern Alligator Lizard

Location

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406-293-7773· Kootenai National Forest
Getting there →

From Libby, Montana, cross the Kootenai River Bridge on Highway 37, go approximatley 1 mile and turn north onto Pipe Creek Road 68, which leads to the town of Yaak and Turner Mountain Ski Area. Travel 8 miles to the gate, which is approximately 1 mile past the community of Pipe Creek.

Campground entrance

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

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$20 /night★ 3.8 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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