According to the World Almanac, Fort Peck Dam, MT is the largest embankment
dam in the United States with the fifth-largest man-made reservoir. The vast
size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers
provides a variety of high quality outdoor experiences including camping,
boating, fishing, hunting, sightseeing, and wildlife viewing. This project has
19 recreation areas.

According to the World Almanac, Fort Peck Dam, MT is the largest embankment dam in the United States with the fifth-largest man-made reservoir.  The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provides a variety of high quality outdoor experiences including camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sightseeing, and wildlife viewing.  This project has 19 recreation areas.

## Overview

**First Dredge Recration Area** is located just below 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.

**Fort Peck Dam** , which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in
the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first
charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the
river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President
Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of
people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the
Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Website or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

**Fort Peck Lake** : Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a
haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There
are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and
around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while
facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads,
picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may
be impassable in inclement weather.

**Fishing:** Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

**Wildlife Viewing/Hunting:** The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M.
Russell Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep,
and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk
and other game animals.

**Trails** : Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River
and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding
and wildlife viewing area.

**Disc Golf Course:** A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in
summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the Downstream Campground
gate house.

**Interpretive Center & Museum**: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and
Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and
dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.

## Facilities

First Dredge Recreation area has two reservable open picnic shelters with
grills, two vault toilets, several open picnic tables and benches, a
playground, swim beaches and a large paved parking lot for visitor use.

## Natural Features

Visitors to the Dredge Cuts area can expect abundant sunshine and warm sand
along with plenty of large trees providing areas of shade. Playgrounds,
picnics and swimming beaches provide a great atmosphere along this historic
stretch of the Missouri River.

## Nearby Attractions

• Fort Peck Lake is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor
recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam
provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.

• The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of
Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493.

• The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort
Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides
an excellent wildlife viewing auto route.

• The Historic Fort Peck Theater is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a
popular historic destination in summer months.

• The Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery is located on Yellowstone Drive and is
responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye,
northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout.

• The 1.1 million acre Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge surrounds
Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife
species.

## Charges & Cancellations

Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by
calling 1-877-444-6777.

For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations
and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-
policies .

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>First Dredge Recration Area</strong> is located just below 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. </p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Dam</strong>, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Website</a>  or call 406-526-3411.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Lake</strong>: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p>
<p><strong>Fishing:</strong> Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p>
<p><strong>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting:</strong> The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge</a>  provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals. </p>
<p><strong>Trails</strong>: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.</p>
<p><strong>Disc Golf Course:</strong> A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the Downstream Campground gate house. </p>
<p><strong>Interpretive Center & Museum</strong>: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.</p>

<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>First Dredge Recreation area has two reservable open picnic shelters with grills, two vault toilets, several open picnic tables and benches, a playground, swim beaches and a large paved parking lot for visitor use. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Visitors to the Dredge Cuts area can expect abundant sunshine and warm sand along with plenty of large trees providing areas of shade. Playgrounds, picnics and swimming beaches provide a great atmosphere along this historic stretch of the Missouri River. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>•	<a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Lake</a>  is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </p>
<p>•	The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </p>
<p>•	The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </p>
<p>•	 The <a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow">Historic Fort Peck Theater</a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </p>
<p>•	The <a href="https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/landsMgmt/siteDetail.action?lmsId=39753884" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery</a>  is located on Yellowstone Drive and is responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye, northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout. </p>
<p>•	The 1.1 million acre <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</p>

<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/" rel="nofollow">Recreation.gov</a>  or by calling 1-877-444-6777.   </p>
<p>For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a> .   </p>

Camping and shelter reservations can be made at Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

First Dredge pano

Shelter 1

Shelter 2

1st Dredge Shelters

## Overview

The Fort Peck USACE Administration Lawn is a lush one acre grass area, lined
with mature trees that overlooks the lower Downstream area of Fort Peck.

Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the
upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted
by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river
and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D.
Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from
all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great
Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Website or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

**Fort Peck Lake** : Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a
haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There
are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and
around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while
facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads,
picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may
be impassable in inclement weather.

**Fishing** : Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

**Wildlife Viewing/Hunting** : The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M.
Russell Wildlife Refuge  provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep,
and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk
and other game animals.

**Trails** : Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River
and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding
and wildlife viewing area.

**Disc Golf Course** : A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in
summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house.

**Interpretive Center & Museum**: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and
Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and
dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.

## Facilities

The open space of the lawn is ideal for weddings, receptions and outdoor
events. Please note that utilities are not available. Please call the Natural
Resource Management office at 406-526-3411 before making reservations.

## Natural Features

The administration lawn is regularly watered and maintained for maximum grass
health. Mature cottonwoods, green ash, hawthorne and pine trees line the lawn.
Wildlife are a natural part of the area and can often be seen walking around
the lawn. The east end overlooks the downstream area, Missouri River and
Powerhouse structures.

## Nearby Attractions

• Fort Peck Lake is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor
recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam
provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.

• The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of
Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493.

• The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort
Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides
an excellent wildlife viewing auto route.

• The Historic Fort Peck Theater is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a
popular historic destination in summer months.

• The 1.1 million acre Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge surrounds
Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife
species.

• The Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery is located on Yellowstone Drive and is
responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye,
northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout.

## Charges & Cancellations

Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by
calling 1-877-444-6777.

For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations
and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-
policies

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Fort Peck USACE Administration Lawn is a lush one acre grass area, lined with mature trees that overlooks the lower Downstream area of Fort Peck. </p>
<p>Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Website</a>  or call 406-526-3411.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Lake</strong>: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p>
<p><strong>Fishing</strong>: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p>
<p><strong>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting</strong>: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge </a> provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals. </p>
<p><strong>Trails</strong>: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.</p>
<p><strong>Disc Golf Course</strong>: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house. </p>
<p><strong>Interpretive Center & Museum</strong>: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.</p>

<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The open space of the lawn is ideal for weddings, receptions and outdoor events. Please note that utilities are not available. Please call the Natural Resource Management office at 406-526-3411 before making reservations. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The administration lawn is regularly watered and maintained for maximum grass health. Mature cottonwoods, green ash, hawthorne and pine trees line the lawn. Wildlife are a natural part of the area and can often be seen walking around the lawn. The east end overlooks the downstream area, Missouri River and Powerhouse structures. </p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>•	<a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Lake</a>  is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </p>
<p>•	The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </p>
<p>•	The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </p>
<p>•	 The <a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow">Historic Fort Peck Theater</a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </p>
<p>•	The 1.1 million acre <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</p>
<p>•	The <a href="https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/landsMgmt/siteDetail.action?lmsId=39753884" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery</a>  is located on Yellowstone Drive and is responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye, northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout. </p>

<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.   </p>
<p>For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a> </p>

Administration Lawn

Administration lawn

Lawn

## Overview

Boomtown Recreation area is located just to the 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.

Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the
upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted
by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river
and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D.
Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from
all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great
Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Website or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

Fort Peck Lake: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven
for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27
recreation areas located around the reservoir, including several with
primitive camping sites on a first come, first serve basis. The areas near and
around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while
facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads,
picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may
be impassable in inclement weather.

## Facilities

Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M. Russell
Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong
horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other
game animals. Trails: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the
Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a
popular birding and wildlife viewing area.

Disc Golf Course: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of
2021. Discs are available to check out at the Downstream Campground gate
house.

Interpretive Center & Museum: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum
offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam
construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.

## Natural Features

A panoramic east view of Fort Peck Dam and Lake is a feast to the eyes at
Boomtown. Mature cottonwoods dot the landscape providing shade and wildwife
habitat.

## Nearby Attractions

• Fort Peck Lake is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor
recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam
provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.

• The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of
Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493.

• The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort
Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides
an excellent wildlife viewing auto route.

• The Historic Fort Peck Theater is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a
popular historic destination in summer months.

• The 1.1 million acre Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge  surrounds
Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife
species.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Boomtown Recreation area is located just to the 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. </p>
<p>Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Website</a>  or call 406-526-3411.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p>
<p>Fort Peck Lake: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir, including several with primitive camping sites on a first come, first serve basis. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p>

<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p>
<p>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles-m-russell" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge</a>  provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals. Trails: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.</p>
<p>Disc Golf Course: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the Downstream Campground gate house. </p>
<p>Interpretive Center & Museum: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>A panoramic east view of Fort Peck Dam and Lake is a feast to the eyes at Boomtown. Mature cottonwoods dot the landscape providing shade and wildwife habitat. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>•	<a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Lake</a>  is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </p>
<p>•	The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </p>
<p>•	The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </p>
<p>•	 The<a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow"> Historic Fort Peck Theater</a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </p>
<p>•	The 1.1 million acre<a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles-m-russell" rel="nofollow"> Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge </a> surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</p>

Shelter house is available to rent on www.recreation.gov for $50.00 until a
new shelter can be built.

Boomtown Shelter

Boomtown area

Road construction on MT 24 South Flowing Wells and MT 200 east to Jordan and
west to Brockway for resurfacing this summer. Please plan accordingly.

<p>Road construction on MT 24 South Flowing Wells and MT 200 east to Jordan and west to Brockway for resurfacing this summer. Please plan accordingly. </p>

This recreation area is part of Fort Peck Project

This recreation area is part of <a href="http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=288&agencyCode=130" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project</a>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Crooked Creek Campground

## Overview

**Downstream Campground** is located just below 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.

**Fort Peck Dam** , which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in
the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first
charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the
river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President
Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of
people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the
Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Website or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

**Fort Peck Lake:** Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a
haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There
are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and
around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while
facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads,
picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may
be impassable in inclement weather.

**Fishing:** Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

**Wildlife Viewing/Hunting:** The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M.
Russell Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep,
and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk
and other game animals. **Trails:** Three miles of paved nature trails wind
along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail
area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.

**Disc Golf Course:** A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in
summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house.

**Interpretive Center & Museum: **The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and
Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and
dam construction history. Open Saturdays 9am to 4pm through September 2025.

## Facilities

Downstream Campground offers 86 family campsites, 71 of which have electrical
hookups; 16 sites are tent-only. One large group campsite is available with
electrical hookups.  
The campground offers flush and vault toilets, showers, playgrounds, cornhole
boards, a basketball court and horseshoe pits. A dump station is available on-
site.

## Natural Features

A shady grove of cottonwoods covers the grassy campground, making Downstream a
pleasant place during the heat of the summer. In autumn, the leaves turn a
beautiful golden yellow. Three fishing ponds, including scenic Winter Harbor,
dot the landscape below the dam.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3224.

## Nearby Attractions

  * **Fort Peck Lake** is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting. 
  * The**Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum** , is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. 
  * The **Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture** , located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. 
  * The **Historic Fort Peck Theater** is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months. 
  * The 1.1 million acre **Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge** surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.

## Charges & Cancellations

Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by
calling 1-877-444-6777.

For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations
and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-
policies.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Downstream Campground </strong>is located just below 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. </p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Dam</strong>, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Website</a>  or call 406-526-3411.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p><p><strong>Fort Peck Lake:</strong> Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p><p><strong>Fishing:</strong> Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p><p><strong>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting:</strong> The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge</a> provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals. <strong>Trails: </strong>Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.</p><p><strong>Disc Golf Course:</strong> A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house. </p><p><strong>Interpretive Center & Museum: </strong>The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Saturdays 9am to 4pm through September 2025.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Downstream Campground offers 86 family campsites, 71 of which have electrical hookups; 16 sites are tent-only. One large group campsite is available with electrical hookups. <br>The campground offers flush and vault toilets, showers, playgrounds, cornhole boards, a basketball court and horseshoe pits. A dump station is available on-site. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
A shady grove of cottonwoods covers the grassy campground, making Downstream a pleasant place during the heat of the summer. In autumn, the leaves turn a beautiful golden yellow. Three fishing ponds, including scenic Winter Harbor, dot the landscape below the dam.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3224.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Fort Peck Lake</strong></a> is a Montana  treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </li>
<li>The<strong> Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum</strong>, is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </li>
<li>The <strong>Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture</strong>, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </li>
<li> The <a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Historic Fort Peck Theater</strong></a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </li>
<li>The 1.1 million acre  <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</strong></a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.  </p>

<p>For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a>.   </p>

The Downstream Campground viewed from the dam.

Sign welcoming you to the Downstream Campground.

Entrance to the Downstream Campground

Fort Peck is a great place to view the night sky, we even see the aurora!

Aurora one evening over the Missouri River

A view of the campground from the dam in the Fall.

The nature trail surrounding the Campground provides excellent birding and views of the Missouri River.

View of the power houses from the nature trail.

Sunrise over the Power Houses and the Missouri River.

Sunrise over the Missouri River

Fort Peck has a small bison herd.  These three were waiting out a winter storm.

Three bison wait out a winter storm

A view of the power houses at night.

Sunrise across the Missouri as viewed from near the campground.

Sunrise across the Missouri River

An example of the campsites that are available.

Example Campsite

A view of campsite loops, trail and amenities available at Downstream Campground.

Campsite map

Downstream (MT)

## Overview

The **Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum** is located just below 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.

**Fort Peck Dam** , which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in
the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first
charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the
river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President
Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of
people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the
Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Website or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

**Interpretive Center & Museum**: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and
Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and
dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.

**Fort Peck Lake** : Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a
haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There
are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and
around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while
facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads,
picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may
be impassable in inclement weather.

**Fishing:** Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

**Wildlife Viewing/Hunting:** The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M.
Russell Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep,
and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk
and other game animals.

**Trails** : Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River
and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding
and wildlife viewing area.

**Disc Golf Course** : A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in
summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the Downstream Campground
gate house.

## Facilities

The shelter houses multiple picnic tables and a bbq grill for visitor use.

## Natural Features

Sitting on a mature tree-lined shoreline of the Missouri River, the Fort Peck
Interpretive Center and Museum has spectacular views of both water and
wildlife.

## Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (406) 526-3411 for general
information.

## Nearby Attractions

• Fort Peck Lake is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor
recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam
provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.

• The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of
Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493.

• The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort
Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides
an excellent wildlife viewing auto route.

• The Historic Fort Peck Theater is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a
popular historic destination in summer months.

• The 1.1 million acre Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge surrounds
Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife
species.

• The Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery is located on Yellowstone Drive and is
responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye,
northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout.

## Charges & Cancellations

Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by
calling 1-877-444-6777.

For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations
and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-
policies .

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum</strong> is located just below 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. </p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Dam</strong>, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Website</a>  or call 406-526-3411.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p>
<p><strong>Interpretive Center & Museum</strong>: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.</p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Lake</strong>: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p>
<p><strong>Fishing:</strong> Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p>
<p><strong>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting:</strong> The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge</a>  provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals. </p>
<p><strong>Trails</strong>: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.</p>
<p><strong>Disc Golf Course</strong>: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the Downstream Campground gate house. </p>


<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The shelter houses multiple picnic tables and a bbq grill for visitor use. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Sitting on a mature tree-lined shoreline of the Missouri River, the Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum has spectacular views of both water and wildlife. </p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location has limited staffing. Please call (406) 526-3411 for general information.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>•	<a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Lake</a>  is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </p>
<p>•	The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </p>
<p>•	The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </p>
<p>•	 The <a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow">Historic Fort Peck Theater</a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </p>
<p>•	The 1.1 million acre <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</p>
<p>•	The <a href="https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/landsMgmt/siteDetail.action?lmsId=39753884" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery</a>  is located on Yellowstone Drive and is responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye, northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout. </p>

<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.   </p>
<p>For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a> .   </p>

Interpretive Center Shelter

## Overview

Kiwanis Park is located just below 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.

Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the
upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted
by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river
and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D.
Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from
all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great
Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Website or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

Fort Peck Lake: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven
for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27
recreation areas located around the reservoir, including numerous primitive
first come-first serve camping areas. The areas near and around the dam offer
paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the
rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault
toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in
inclement weather.

## Facilities

Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M. Russell
Wildlife Refuge  provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and
prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and
other game animals. Trails: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the
Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a
popular birding and wildlife viewing area.

Disc Golf Course: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of
2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house.

Interpretive Center & Museum: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum
offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam
construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.

## Natural Features

A shady grove of cottonwoods covers the area, making Kiwanis park a pleasant
place during the heat of the summer. In autumn, the leaves turn a beautiful
golden yellow. Three fishing ponds, including scenic Winter Harbor, dot the
landscape below the dam.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3411.

## Nearby Attractions

• Fort Peck Lake is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor
recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam
provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.

• The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of
Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493.

• The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort
Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides
an excellent wildlife viewing auto route.

• The Historic Fort Peck Theater is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a
popular historic destination in summer months.

• The 1.1 million acre Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge surrounds
Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife
species.

## Charges & Cancellations

All changes and cancellations need to be made through www.recreation.gov

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Kiwanis Park is located just below 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. </p>
<p>Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Website</a>  or call 406-526-3411.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p>
<p>Fort Peck Lake: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir, including numerous primitive first come-first serve camping areas. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p>
<p>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles-m-russell" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge </a> provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals. Trails: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.</p>
<p>Disc Golf Course: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house. </p>
<p>Interpretive Center & Museum: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.</p>

<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>A shady grove of cottonwoods covers the area, making Kiwanis park a pleasant place during the heat of the summer. In autumn, the leaves turn a beautiful golden yellow. Three fishing ponds, including scenic Winter Harbor, dot the landscape below the dam.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3411.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>•	<a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Lake</a>  is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </p>
<p>•	The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </p>
<p>•	The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </p>
<p>•	 The <a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow">Historic Fort Peck Theater</a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </p>
<p>•	The 1.1 million acre <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles-m-russell" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</p>

<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All changes and cancellations need to be made through www.recreation.gov</p>

Shelters are reservable for $25.00 per day. Large gatherings of over 25
people, please contact 406-526-3812 for a Special use Permit. Additional fees
may apply.

Kiwanis Park

Kiwanis park Shelter

## Overview

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.

Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the
upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted
by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river
and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D.
Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from
all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great
Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Websit e or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

Fort Peck Lake: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven
for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27
recreation areas located around the reservoir, including numerous primitive
camping sites. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads,
electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the
lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets.
Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement
weather.

## Facilities

Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M. Russell
Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong
horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other
game animals. Trails: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the
Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a
popular birding and wildlife viewing area.

Disc Golf Course: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of
2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house.

Interpretive Center & Museum: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum
offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam
construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.

## Natural Features

A panoramic east view of Fort Peck Dam and Lake is a feast to the eyes from
Perch Point. Mature cottonwoods dot the landscape providing shade and wildwife
habitat.

## Nearby Attractions

• Fort Peck Lake is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor
recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam
provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.

• The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of
Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493.

• The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort
Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides
an excellent wildlife viewing auto route.

• The Historic Fort Peck Theater is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a
popular historic destination in summer months.

• The 1.1 million acre Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge surrounds
Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife
species.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3411.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>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. </p>
<p>Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Websit</a> e or call 406-526-3411.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p>
<p>Fort Peck Lake: Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir, including numerous primitive camping sites. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p>
<p>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles-m-russell" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge</a>  provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals. Trails: Three miles of paved nature trails wind along the Missouri River and through the surrounding wooded area. This trail area is a popular birding and wildlife viewing area.</p>
<p>Disc Golf Course: A disc golf course "The Fortress" was installed in summer of 2021. Discs are available to check out at the gate house. </p>
<p>Interpretive Center & Museum: The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.</p>


<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>A panoramic east view of Fort Peck Dam and Lake is a feast to the eyes from Perch Point. Mature cottonwoods dot the landscape providing shade and wildwife habitat. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>•	<a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Lake</a>  is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </p>
<p>•	The Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum, is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </p>
<p>•	The Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </p>
<p>•	 The<a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow"> Historic Fort Peck Theater</a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </p>
<p>•	The 1.1 million acre <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles-m-russell" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</p>


<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3411.

All reservations are through www.recreation.gov

Perch Point Shelters

Perch Point Shelter 2

Perch Point 1 & 2

## Overview

**The Pines Recreation area** is located on the Fort Peck Reservoir 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.

**Fort Peck Dam** , which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in
the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first
charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the
river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President
Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of
people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the
Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

For more information, visit the Fort Peck Project Website or call
406-526-3411.

## Recreation

The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population
centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular
recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-
seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just
relaxing.

**Fort Peck Lake:** Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a
haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There
are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and
around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while
facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads,
picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may
be impassable in inclement weather.

**Fishing** : Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

**Wildlife Viewing/Hunting:** The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M.
Russell Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep,
and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk
and other game animals. Hunting is prohibited inside the Pines Recreation
area.

**Interpretive Center & Museum:** The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and
Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and
dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.

## Facilities

Facilities include two permanent and two temporary low water ramps, courtesy
dock, safety lights, fish cleaning station, enclosed shelter with electric
grill, playground, 28 campsites, parking areas and four vault toilets. Trash
dumpster is located near fire station on Pine Cove Drive Road. No potable
water is available.

## Natural Features

**The Pines** recreation area is one of the most distinctly attractive on Fort
Peck Reservoir. It is characterized by a mature Ponderosa Pine forest, a
feature unique among the recreation areas at Fort Peck Project. Some trees are
in excess of 200 years old, pre-dating the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The
topography is gently rolling, with extensive gently sloping shorelines. The
area is dominated by pines and junipers with mid-grasses and shrubs in the
open areas.

## Nearby Attractions

• Fort Peck Lake is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor
recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam
provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.

• The **Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum,** is located just downstream
of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493.

• The **Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture** , located just outside the Town of
Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and
provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route.

• The Historic Fort Peck Theater is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a
popular historic destination in summer months.

• The 1.1 million acre Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge surrounds
Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife
species.

• The Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery is located on Yellowstone Drive and is
responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye,
northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout.

## Charges & Cancellations

Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by
calling 1-877-444-6777.

For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations
and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-
policies .

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>The Pines Recreation area</strong> is located on the Fort Peck Reservoir 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. </p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Dam</strong>, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.  </p>
<p>For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Project Website</a>  or call 406-526-3411.</p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The vast size of Fort Peck Lake and its remoteness from major population centers provide a variety of high quality outdoor experiences. Popular recreation activities include camping, boating, fishing, hunting, sight-seeing, picnicking, biking, hiking, photography, watching wildlife and just relaxing.  </p>
<p><strong>Fort Peck Lake:</strong> Fifteen hundred miles of pristine shoreline serve as a haven for those wishing to get away from the stresses of modern life. There are 27 recreation areas located around the reservoir. The areas near and around the dam offer paved roads, electricity, showers and playgrounds while facilities around the rest of the lake are more primitive with gravel roads, picnic tables and vault toilets. Access roads to many of the remote areas may be impassable in inclement weather.  </p>
<p><strong>Fishing</strong>: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.   </p>
<p><strong>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: </strong>The Fort Peck Lake Area and the <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge</a>   provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals.  Hunting is prohibited inside the Pines Recreation area. </p>
<p><strong>Interpretive Center & Museum:</strong> The Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center and Museum offers displays of wildlife dioramas, aquariums, dinosaur fossils and dam construction history. Open Friday through Monday 9am to 4pm.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Facilities include two permanent and two temporary low water ramps, courtesy dock, safety lights, fish cleaning station, enclosed shelter with electric grill, playground, 28 campsites, parking areas and four vault toilets. Trash dumpster is located near fire station on Pine Cove Drive Road.  No potable water is available.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p><strong>The Pines</strong> recreation area is one of the most distinctly attractive on Fort Peck Reservoir.  It is characterized by a mature Ponderosa Pine forest, a feature unique among the recreation areas at Fort Peck Project.  Some trees are in excess of 200 years old, pre-dating the Lewis and Clark Expedition.  The topography is gently rolling, with extensive gently sloping shorelines.  The area is dominated by pines and junipers with mid-grasses and shrubs in the open areas.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>•	<a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck Lake</a>  is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting.  </p>
<p>•	The <strong>Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum,</strong> is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3493. </p>
<p>•	The <strong>Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture</strong>, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison Herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </p>
<p>•	 The <a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow">Historic Fort Peck Theater</a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </p>
<p>•	The 1.1 million acre <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow">Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</p>
<p>•	The <a href="https://myfwp.mt.gov/fwpPub/landsMgmt/siteDetail.action?lmsId=39753884" rel="nofollow">Fort Peck State Fish Hatchery</a>  is located on Yellowstone Drive and is responsible for stocking Fort Peck Lake and other waterways with walleye, northern pike, chinook salmon and rainbow trout. </p>

<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.   </p>
<p>For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit:<a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow"> https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a> .   </p>

Pines shelter exterior

Interior

Pines Shelter exterior

Interior of shelter

Pines Recreation Shelter

West End Campground

## Overview

**Reservations are only allowed on the day of arrival. Overnight occupany is
required.**

**Booking a campsite and not arriving will result in a No-Show per the rules
and regulations.**

This location is not staffed by gate attendants. Check in/out with the
camphost or via text.

West End Tent and Trailer was historically a first come first serve
campground. We have mirrored this with the ability to claim your campsite with
an online reservation. You can only claim a campsite today for up to 14 nights
from today. No advanced reservations are allowed.

West End Tent and Trailer Campground is nestled on a hill on the north shore
of Fort Peck Lake. The campground features 13 campsites with electrical hook-
ups as well as an overflow section. West End Tent and Trailer tends to be
quieter than our main campground and is popular with fishermen thanks to its
proximity to a few boat ramps.

Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the
upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted
by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river
and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D.
Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from
all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great
Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a
sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other
countless outdoor recreation opportunities.

## Recreation

Fort Peck Lake provides almost 400 square miles of recreation opportunities.
These include boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. There are
two boat ramps located within two miles of the campground to provide access.
The Beaver Creek Nature Area is five miles away and provide three miles of
trails to hike and bike on.

Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for
walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing
opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth
bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco
as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and
number of game fish.

Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M. Russell
Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong
horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other
game animals.

## Facilities

Each of the 13 designated campsites has electrical hookups available as well
as a picnic table and fire ring. Some of the overflow campsites have picnic
tables and fire rings. Shower facilities with flush toilets are found within
the campground as well as a vault toilet. There are water spigots available
throughout the campground and a dump station is located approximately 5 miles
away near the Downstream Campground.

## Natural Features

The campground is located on a hill overlooking Fort Peck Lake. Most campsites
provide at least a partial view of the lake. It is not uncommon to see deer
visit the campground in the evening. The location provides a great view of
thunderstorms as they pass over the lake from the safety of a camper.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3411.

## Nearby Attractions

  * **Fort Peck Lake** is a Montana treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting. 
  * The **Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum** is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3411. 
  * Tours of the **Fort Peck Powerhouse** are regulalry scheduled, call 406-526-3411 for more information. 
  * The **Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture** , located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. 
  * The **Historic Fort Peck Theater** is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months. 
  * The 1.1 million acre **Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge** surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.

## Charges & Cancellations

Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by
calling 1-877-444-6777.

For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations
and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-
policies.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Reservations are only allowed on the day of  arrival. Overnight occupany is required.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Booking a campsite and not arriving will result in a No-Show per the rules and regulations.</strong></p>
<p>This location is not staffed by gate attendants.  Check in/out with the camphost or via text.  </p>
<p>West End Tent and Trailer was historically a first come first serve campground.  We have mirrored this with the ability to claim your campsite with an online reservation.  You can only claim a campsite today for up to 14 nights from today.  No advanced reservations are allowed.   </p>
<p>West End Tent and Trailer Campground is nestled on a hill on the north shore of Fort Peck Lake.  The campground features 13 campsites with electrical hook-ups as well as an overflow section.   West End Tent and Trailer tends to be quieter than our main campground and is popular with fishermen thanks to its proximity to a few boat ramps.  </p>
<p>Fort Peck Dam, which impounds Fort Peck Lake is the first dam built in the upper Missouri River Basin. The area surrounding Fort Peck was first charted by Lewis and Clark in 1804, and the pristine natural condition of the river and surrounding area awed the renowned explorers. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Fort Peck project in 1933, thousands of people from all over the country migrated to Montana during the midst of the Great Depression in hopes of earning a living. Today, Fort Peck Lake is a sportsman's paradise with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing and other countless outdoor recreation opportunities.   </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Fort Peck Lake provides almost 400 square miles of recreation opportunities.   These include boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming.   There are two boat ramps located within two miles of the campground to provide access.  The Beaver Creek Nature Area is five miles away and provide three miles of trails to hike and bike on. </p>

<p>Fishing: Fort Peck Lake enjoys nationwide recognition as a hot spot for walleye fishing. Fort Peck Lake provides excellent boating and fishing opportunities. The lake also offers excellent fishing for sauger, smallmouth bass, lake trout, chinook salmon and northern pike. The introduction of cisco as a forage fish in 1983 proved successful and has increased both the size and number of game fish.</p>

<p>Wildlife Viewing/Hunting: The Fort Peck Lake Area and the Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge provide superb hunting of deer, elk, big horn sheep, and prong horn. The Missouri River Breaks are known for producing large elk and other game animals.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each of the 13 designated campsites has electrical hookups available as well as a picnic table and fire ring.  Some of the overflow campsites have picnic tables and fire rings.  Shower facilities with flush toilets are found within the campground as well as a vault toilet. There are water spigots available throughout the campground and a dump station is located approximately 5 miles away near the Downstream Campground.   </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground is located on a hill overlooking Fort Peck Lake.  Most campsites provide at least a partial view of the lake. It is not uncommon to see deer visit the campground in the evening.  The location provides a great view of thunderstorms as they pass over the lake from the safety of a camper. </p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (406) 526-3411.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nwo.usace.army.mil/Missions/Dam-and-Lake-Projects/Missouri-River-Dams/Fort-Peck/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Fort Peck Lake</strong></a> is a Montana  treasure for its vast size and outdoor recreation opportunities. Six recreation areas within a few miles of the dam provide access for water sports, fishing and hunting. </li>
<li>The <strong>Fort Peck Interpretive Center and Museum</strong> is located just downstream of Fort Peck Dam. For more information, call 406-526-3411. </li>
<li>Tours of the <strong>Fort Peck Powerhouse</strong> are regulalry scheduled, call 406-526-3411 for more information. </li>
<li>The <strong>Leo B. Coleman Wildlife Pasture</strong>, located just outside the Town of Fort Peck and Downstream Campground is home to Fort Peck's Bison herd and provides an excellent wildlife viewing auto route. </li>
<li>The <a href="https://www.fortpecktheatre.org/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Historic Fort Peck Theater</strong></a>  is located in the town of Ft. Peck is a popular historic destination in summer months.  </li>
<li>The 1.1 million acre <a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/charles_m_russell/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge</strong></a>  surrounds Fort Peck Lake and helps preserve the natural habitat for numerous wildlife species.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.  </p>

<p>For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies</a>.   </p>

Camping reservations can be made at Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

A view of Campsite 8 from the road.

A view of the lake from West End Tent and Trailer

A photo of facility West End Tent and Trailer Campground with Shade, Tent Pad

West End Tent and Trailer Campground

A photo of the Fort Peck Powerhouses

A photo taken from the Bone Trail  recreation area.

A photo of the Fort Peck Shoreline from the Bone Trail Recreation area.

An aerial view of the dam, powerhouses, interpretive center and downstream campground.

Aerial view of the dam.

A photo of the Fort Peck Powerhouses reflecting in the waters of the Missouri River.

Powerhouses at night reflecting in the Missouri River

Fort Peck has its own bison herd.  Located to the north and west of the Town of Fort Peck.

A young bison calf.

A photo from the Downstream Campground looking at the Powerhouses

Fort Peck Powerhouses

Sunrise taken from a recreation area over the Missouri River

Fort Peck can be a great place to view the night sky.

Fort Peck Project

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