Dorr Skeels Campground

Kootenai National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, Dorr Skeels Campground is a campground in Kootenai National Forest, Montana with 10 campsites. Dorr Skeels Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Dorr Skeels Campground is located at 48.2676° N, 115.8542° W.

Dorr Skeels Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 16 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 3 reservations
Maximum stay: 48 nights
Maximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for Dorr Skeels Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Dorr Skeels Campground

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming.

About Dorr Skeels Campground

Overview

Dorr Skeels Campground is located 13 miles south of Troy on Hwy 56. The Dorr Skeels Campground has 8 overnight campsites, including one host site and 2 day use sites with tables and fire rings. Amenities include potable water, vault toilets, swimming area with beach and a fully developed boat ramp with dock. A security gate is closed at 10:00 pm and opened at 07:00 am daily by the camphost.

Recreation

The campground has a boat ramp with dock, a beach area and bouyed off swimming area. There are several day use sites available for guests.

Facilities

The campground has 8 overnight camp sites, including one host site and 2 day use sites, all with tables and fire rings. Most sites offer an average length of 30 feet. Vault toilets, garbage service and drinking water are available during the peak season. The campground campsites are not currently on the reservation system.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 2,344 feet, the campground is nestled among mature pines at the north end of Bull Lake in the Bull Lake Area. The lake spans 1,162 acres. The lake is popular with recreationists as well as fisherman. Many species of fish can be found there including brook trout, bull trout, kokanee, small and large mouth bass, pike, suckers, whitefish and perch.

Nearby Attractions

The campground lies along the western edge of the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness and is just north of an ancient cedar grove, Ross Creek Cedars.

Rules and notices at Dorr Skeels Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Dorr Skeels Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

16 day stay limit

Non-reservable sites are first come-first serve. Saving sites is prohibited.

If your extra vehicle is at the site longer than 30 minutes, you will need to pay the $5 extra vehicle fee or move the vehicle to the overflow parking area.

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Dorr Skeels Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Dorr Skeels Campground?

Dorr Skeels Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Dorr Skeels Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Dorr Skeels Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Dorr Skeels Campground have?

Dorr Skeels Campground has 10 campsites.