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Fort Peck Duck Creek

Within the Fort Peck Recreation Area, this Army Corps of Engineers campground sits directly on the water with boat-in access only. Duck Creek provides first-come, first-serve camping along Fort Peck Lake's shoreline, where numbered picnic tables and fire rings mark individual sites among more dispersed camping areas.

The gravel road leads to multiple waterfront sites with direct lake access for boating, swimming, and fishing. Vault toilets serve the area, though Hattie R. notes "vault toilets were clean, no other amenities." Sites fill up quickly on weekends, with campers often squeezing rigs between designated spots when official sites reach capacity. Large groups with multiple RVs frequently claim areas for extended stays.

The location offers little privacy between sites but provides open views across the lake. Campers report generators running through the night and occasional late-evening fireworks from neighboring groups. The surrounding Hell Creek Geologic Formation contains fossil deposits, though vertebrate fossil collection remains prohibited. Insects can be problematic during certain seasons, with reviews mentioning crickets and small biting bugs.

For additional amenities including hookups and showers, campers can explore campsites near Nashua or check nearby West End Campground for different site options.

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Fort Peck Duck Creek is located in Montana

Coordinates

47.9891176291548 N
106.524487892743 W

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Drive Time

3 hrs 59 min from Billings, MT
4 hrs 19 min from Minot, ND
4 hrs 22 min from Great Falls, MT
5 hrs 37 min from Bozeman, MT

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Visitors often highlighted nice waterfront sites with adequate facilities and boat access. Some feedback indicated overcrowding issues and nighttime generator noise during busy periods.

Hattie R.

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Reviewed Jun. 29, 2025

Short Stop in Montana

This was the first place we tried in this area for a free spot to camp on the way from Banff/Jasper to Wisconsin. It was decently busy with a few spots left when we arrived at 2:30pm on a Saturday. By the end of the night all the spots were filled with people squeezing their rigs in between “sites”. There are numbered picnic tables and fire rings, but also campers dispersed throughout. You can walk right down to the water and there were plenty of people boating and swimming. Vault toilets were clean, no other amenities. Sunset was beautiful! There were some large groups with multiple RVs together and 5+ cars- it looked like they had been there for a while. I didn’t have any trouble sleeping but my boyfriend said there were generators running all night and some fireworks around 11:30p. Overall felt safe, worked for what we needed, and was free!

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Month of VisitJune

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Emily T.

Ranger

Reviewed Sep. 22, 2023

Quiet and on the water

Good area for car camping. There are multiple sites (first come first serve) down a gravel road right on the water. There are picnic tables, fire rings, and a pit toilet. Little privacy but nice views of the water. Also depending on the time of year, there were a lot of crickets and small little chiggers biting skin.

Month of VisitAugust

Alan B.

Legend

Reviewed Oct. 1, 2019

Fantastic for Accessing the Lake and Checking out Fossils!

This was my 2nd favorite spot that we visited other than the place we stayed at for the wedding. First reason it was so great was because of the seclusion due to it being on the south side of Lake Ft. Peck and away from any city. Be warned though you are pretty much on your own out here so be sure you have a full tank of gas before exploring. The 2nd and arguable more important reason I loved this spot so much was due to it being surrounded by the Hell Creek Geologic Formation which has some of the highest concentration of vertebrate fossils in the world! While it is illegal to take any vertebrate fossils you can get cool imprints of leaves and other invertebrate animals that lived right alongside the dinosaurs!

Month of VisitAugust

Jessica S.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 25, 2019

Great all around access for boating and swimming

Duck Creek has nice camping spots, with no hook ups, but does have picnic tables and fire pits. Close access to nice boat ramp as well as easy access areas to the water for swimming, and fishing. Adequate vault toilets in area as well.

Paid camping in area as well, which offer hook ups and showers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Duck Creek Campground on Fort Peck Lake?

Duck Creek Campground offers basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings/pits, and vault toilets. The campground does not have hookups at the standard sites, though there is reportedly a paid camping area nearby that does offer hookups and shower facilities. Each site is fairly simple, focusing on providing essential camping needs rather than luxury amenities.

Where is Duck Creek Campground located at Fort Peck?

Duck Creek Campground is located on the south side of Fort Peck Lake, away from any cities. This remote location offers seclusion and peaceful camping. The campground is situated right along the water, providing easy lake access via a gravel road. Its isolated position means campers should be prepared for self-sufficient camping as it's quite distant from urban amenities.

What recreational activities can you do at Duck Creek on Fort Peck?

Duck Creek offers numerous recreational activities centered around Fort Peck Lake. The campground provides close access to a boat ramp for launching watercraft. Visitors can enjoy swimming and fishing with easy water access points. The secluded location also makes it ideal for nature observation, stargazing, and peaceful relaxation by the water. The surrounding area provides opportunities for hiking and exploring the natural landscape.

Do you need reservations for Duck Creek Campground at Fort Peck?

Duck Creek Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system. The campground can fill up, especially during peak times, with reports of sites being fully occupied by evening. If planning to visit during weekends or summer months, arriving earlier in the day is recommended to secure a spot. During busy periods, campers may need to squeeze into available spaces between established sites.

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