Devil's Corkscrew Campground

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Free and first-come, Devil's Corkscrew Campground sits within Flathead National Forest in Essex, Montana, open from May through November. The access road is notably rough, with significant bumps and sharp curves that make the drive down demanding, especially for larger vehicles. Sites are small, each with a fire pit, and a toilet is on-site. No pets are allowed. Motorboat traffic on the nearby lake is audible from camp, which is worth factoring in. Campers researching campgrounds near Flathead National Forest will find Peters Creek about 4.4 miles southeast as a nearby alternative. Come prepared for a rugged approach and a no-frills stay.

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Map & DirectionsDevil's Corkscrew Campground is located in Montana near Essex

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Coordinates

48.11054 N
113.69612 W

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Connectivity

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Connectivity

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Jun. 12, 2018

Clean sites, nice views

Devil’s Corkscrew is not easy to drive down to the sites. The road is very bumpy and swervy. It seemed like other campers put their boat in the water in a different location, then tied it up close to the sites. The site itself was clean, but relatively small with only a fire pit. Listening to motor boats on the water was kind of a bummer.

SiteSmaller site near the water
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Devil's Corkscrew Campground by Kerrie L., June 12, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Devil's Corkscrew Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.