Fishtrap Creek Montana FWP

Fishtrap Creek campground offers primitive camping opportunities along the Big Hole River near Anaconda. The site features open camping areas with minimal shade, making it suitable for tent camping and smaller RVs. Other camping options in the Anaconda region include Forest Service campgrounds in the nearby Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, which offer varying levels of amenities. Many sites in this region provide access to excellent fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities. For those seeking more developed facilities, there are also private campgrounds closer to Anaconda that offer additional amenities like electrical hookups and shower facilities.

Fishtrap Creek Montana FWP (Fish Trap FAS campground) is located along the Big Hole River adjacent to Montana State Highway 43. The campground sits in an open area with limited tree coverage, except for some willows on the western end of the site. Despite its proximity to the highway, the location remains quiet at night due to minimal traffic. The campground provides direct access to the Big Hole River, making it popular with anglers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy this scenic Montana waterway.

Fishtrap Creek campground serves as a fishing access site (FAS) for the Big Hole River, which is renowned for its excellent trout fishing. Anglers can target brown and rainbow trout in this productive stretch of river. The fishing access provides convenient river entry points for both wade fishing and launching small watercraft. The Big Hole River is particularly known for its fly fishing opportunities, with seasonal hatches attracting trout to the surface. For the best fishing experience, early morning and evening hours typically produce better results, especially during summer months.

Accessing Fishtrap Creek from the campground is straightforward as the site is situated along the creek and the Big Hole River. The campground provides direct access to the water with minimal hiking required. The open layout of the campground means most sites are within a short walking distance to both the creek and river. There are informal paths that lead to the water's edge, allowing for easy access for fishing, wildlife viewing, or simply enjoying the natural setting.