Downstream (MT)

Warning

General

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.

The Downstream Campground viewed from the dam.
A view of the campground from the dam in the Fall.
Three bison wait out a winter storm
Sunrise over the Missouri River
Campsite map

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

86 total sites

RV Sites

73 sites

Tent Sites

13 sites

About Downstream (MT)

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.

Number of accommodations: 86

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water Access

Water Access

  • Marina
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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86 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: Lismas RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
33, Loop: Lismas Tent
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: Lismas RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 36, Loop: Lismas RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 40, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 41, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 42, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 43, Loop: Lismas RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 44, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 45, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 46, Loop: New Deal RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 50, Loop: New Deal RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 52, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 53, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 54, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 55, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 56, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 57, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 58, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 59, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 60, Loop: New Deal RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 61, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 62, Loop: New Deal RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 63, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 64, Loop: New Deal RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
65, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
66, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
67, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
68, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
69, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
70, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
71, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
72, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
73, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
74, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
75, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
76, Loop: Wheeler Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 77, Loop: Faranuf RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 78, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 79, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 80, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 81, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 82, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 83, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 84, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 85, Loop: Faranuf RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 86, Loop: Faranuf RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 GS1, Loop: Group RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available

Reviews (662)

What Guests Are Saying

Downstream Campground is a beautiful and well-maintained facility with spacious, clean sites and friendly staff, making it a highly recommended destination for campers. Guests appreciate the clean bathrooms, quiet atmosphere, and nearby recreational activities, including biking and fishing. While some noted issues like mosquito presence and occasional water access problems, overall experiences were overwhelmingly positive, with many planning to return.

Review Summary

4.6
662 reviews
5
71.1%
471
4
19.6%
130
3
5.9%
39
2
1.7%
11
1
1.7%
11

Cliff T

Verified

September 2, 2023 Stayed at: 56, Loop: New Deal

5

Great campsite bike trails and kayaking Excellent camp host very helpful and friendly endless

Scott C

Verified

September 1, 2023 Stayed at: 54, Loop: New Deal

2

The campground is a great place to stay.
The people who volunteer go above and beyond!

There are tons of birds and animals to view.
The Fort Peck area is how Montana used to be 20 years ago.

Robert S

Verified

August 31, 2023 Stayed at: 44, Loop: New Deal

5

We were very impressed with camp host and hostess. The host had a great deal of knowledge regarding the building of the dam and the things to go see, especially the museum or history center.

Richard G

Verified

August 28, 2023 Stayed at: 60, Loop: New Deal

5

Camped with our /grandson wonderful time

Scott M

Verified

August 26, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Lismas

4

Had a great time. For the 2nd year in a row, a Karen camp host stuck her nose where it didn't belong. All the other hosts were awesome.. Great place to stay.

Roger C

Verified

August 26, 2023 Stayed at: 44, Loop: New Deal

4

Nice campground. Hosts are nice, not overbearing. Sites have nice separation. Facilities are clean. Nice visitor center facilities, walking trails, access to boating. Not the campgrounds fault but was overrun with black flies and grasshoppers. Like to think it was just luck of the draw and time of year. Would stay again.

Michael T

Verified

August 24, 2023 Stayed at: 17, Loop: Lismas

5

Quiet and easy access. Great campground host!

Riccardo C

Verified

August 22, 2023 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Lismas

2

I was told by the person on the phone at the reservation center that the site had water and electric, and it only had water and it was the last site available, so I think the amount I paid was too much for water only.

Kathleen J

Verified

August 20, 2023 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Lismas

4

Very nice, quiet campground. The museum and interpretive center was very nice, especially if you have kids, don't miss it.

Alexandra B

Verified

August 19, 2023 Stayed at: 40, Loop: Lismas

5

Linda, the campground host, was super helpful and a great representative of the place! First time camping there and we will be back!

Location Downstream (MT)

Address:
U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers
Fort Peck, MT, 59223
United States

Highway access

Downstream campground is accessible via Montana State Highway 24, which runs through Fort Peck. The nearest major road access is approximately 5 miles to the west.

Elevation: 626 feet

Distance to downtown

1.5 mi drive to downtown Fort Peck (about 3 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Reservations that have not arrived will be no-showed at checkout time of their first night of stay. This will cancel your entire reservation.
  • All public-use of Ft. Peck Project lands and waters is governed by Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) .
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec  

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

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.

Nearby Campgrounds

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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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