Timberlane Campground
Timberlane Campground group site is located along a forest creek and in an area thick with towering trees. Several hiking trails exist in the area. The group pavilion accommodates up to 100 people and is set up for reunions and receptions. Its a great place to enjoy the Kootenai National Forest.
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Site mix
| group shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
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| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 200 / 25 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The Timberlane group stie has a 20' x 20' shelter, with picnic tables, a grill, and one 15 amp electric plug in. If you need to power anything in excess of 15 amps, you will need to bring a generator. The site provides vault toilets.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Mid May |
| Forest | Kootenai National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 months in advance. |
| Fees | Group site: 1-100 people $75.00 per night; 100 - max people $150.00 per night per night. Check-in/check-out 12:00 Noon |
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Getting there
From Libby, Montana, cross the Kootenai River Bridge on Highway 37, go approximatley 1 mile and turn north onto Pipe Creek Road 68, which leads to the town of Yaak and Turner Mountain Ski Area. Travel 8 miles to the gate, which is approximately 1 mile past the community of Pipe Creek.
| Nearest town | Libby, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.4889° N, 115.5250° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Everything RV ↗ | 6.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | North 40 ↗ | 48.4 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 0.1 miTimberlane0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miTimberlane Loop B0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miTimberlane Loop A0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.5 miSheldon Mountain Tie L0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.7 miSheldon Mountain A3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miSheldon Mountain C3.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.8 miSheldon Mountain Trailhead ↗Kootenai National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Kootenai National Forest.
- inKootenai National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,622,202 acres
- 13.1 miIdaho Panhandle National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,943,333 acres
- 14.5 miCabinet Mountains Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 93,272 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The Timberlane campground and group site is located along Pipe Creek in the Kootenai National Forest of northwestern Montana. It lies in a mixed conifer forest at an elevation of about 2,600 feet. A variety of wildlife make its home in the area. The area is historically significant, once a former habitat and hunting ground for the Kootenai Tribe. Certain parts of the forest remain sacred to the tribe, including a location on Pipe Creek that contains soft, multicolored stone, which was used to carve bowls for tobacco pipes used in ceremonies. Pipe Creek used to produce stones of several different colors.
Recreation
Horseshoe pits, a volleyball court and a large, grassy play field are available at the campground. Pipe Creek allows visitors to enjoy fishing and swimming in the clear mountain water. The campground and picnic area are surrounded by a 1-mile hiking trail. Visitors also enjoy scenic drives, biking and watching for wildlife along any of the roadways in the area. Pipe Creek Road heads deep into the surrounding forest.
Nearby
Timberlane Campground is near the David Thompson Historic Route, the 67-mile Lake Koocanusa Scenic Byway and the Scenic Tour of the Kootenai River bike route. The town of Libby is nearby, making the campground a perfect location for overnight stays during the wildly popular Logger Days, various car club events and Nordicfest.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Timberlane Campground?
Sites at Timberlane Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 months in advance. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Timberlane Campground?
Group site: 1-100 people $75.00 per night; 100 - max people $150.00 per night per night. Check-in/check-out 12:00 Noon
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Timberlane Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Timberlane Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Timberlane Campground?
Timberlane Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Timberlane Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Timberlane Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Timberlane Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Timberlane Campground?
Horseshoe pits, a volleyball court and a large, grassy play field are available at the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Timberlane Campground?
Libby, Montana. Timberlane Campground is near the David Thompson Historic Route, the 67-mile Lake Koocanusa Scenic Byway and the Scenic Tour of the Kootenai River bike route.
Source: Getting there
What if Timberlane Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Loon Lake Campground (10 mi, first-come), Mcgillivray Campground (10.3 mi), and Rocky Gorge Campground (14.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby