Recreation area

Fall Creek Day Use Area

Bureau of Land Management · Dillon · Montana — managed by Bureau of Land Management

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Fall Creek is a popular fishing spot and parking area for day float trips through the Bear Trap Canyon Wilderness. During the early spring run-off, floaters can launch at the hand launch site to float the double drop rapid.

Getting there

Located approximately 6 miles north of Ennis, then 7 miles off US Highway 287 down Ennis Lake Rd.

Contact
406-683-8000

Activities

  • FISHING
  • HIKING
  • PADDLING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.