Kootenai National Forest — riverside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
TROY, MT, MT★ 4 (1 reviews)From $16/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Yaak River Campground is located approximately 8 miles west of Troy, Montana and 6.5 miles east of the Idaho border on Highway 2 . This campground is located at the confluence of the Kootenai and Yaak Rivers. There are campsites on both sides of the Yaak River.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp HostFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 (water, electric, sewer)✕ You plan to visit outside May-October seasonal window
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with 46 sites
Bring your own RV hookups or plan for self-contained systems; no hookups available
Boat launch and primitive ramp available for fishing access to both Yaak and Kootenai Rivers
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Moose, Wapiti (Elk), White-tailed Deer, Bald Eagle, and American Pika are documented in the area within 8km
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
406-295-4693· Kootenai National Forest
Getting there →
From Troy, travel west on Highway 2 for approximately 7 miles. The fee station and campground hosts are located on the east side of the road, prior to crossing the Yaak River.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#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, speakableHow much does Yaak River Campground (Mt) cost per night?+
Yaak River Campground (Mt) costs $16–$60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Yaak River Campground (Mt) open?+
Yaak River Campground (Mt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Yaak River Campground (Mt) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Yaak River Campground (Mt)?+
Yaak River Campground (Mt) can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Yaak River Campground (Mt)?+
Yaak River Campground (Mt) 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 Yaak River Campground (Mt)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Yaak River Campground (Mt) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Yaak River Campground (Mt) open, and what are check-in times?+
Yaak River Campground (Mt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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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$16 /night★ 4 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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