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SOUTH DICKEY LAKE

federal · Eureka, MT

  • dump station21 mi
  • fuel station4.8 mi

KNF · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview South Dickey Lake is a popular day use group picnic area on the shores of beautiful Dickey Lake. It provides access to a grassy swimming beach. There are 5 day use sites, but only one site can be reserved. All other sites are first come-first serve. Recreation The lake provides ample opportunity for boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing. Anglers can expect a catch of kokanee salmon, kamloop and rainbow trout. A grassy lawn gently slopes down to the lake. Facilities The reservable group picnic area can accommodate up to 50 people and is equipped with two tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and potable drinking water are also provided. The swimming beach is available for use, but is open to the public as well. This site is a day use area, open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Overnight camping is not allowed. Visitors who wish to stay overnight can make reservations at North Dickey Lake Campground. Natural Features The facility is located in northwestern Montana, next to 800-acre Dickey Lake. Larch and fir trees surround the lake and dot the landscape at the picnic area. It is situated at an elevation of about 3,100 feet. In the spring and early summer, the sound of the loon can often be heard from the beach. Nearby Attractions The facility is 20 miles from the United States-Canadian border, and 65 miles from the entrance to Glacier National Park.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Rexford Bench Campground

    21 mi
  • fuel station

    Conoco

    4.8 mi
  • grocery

    Heavens Peak Organics Market

    17 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    23 mi
  • trailhead

    Marston/dickey-th 361

    1.3 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    2.9 mi
  • recreation site

    South Dickey Lake

    < 0.1 mi

Contact & access

  • Eureka Ranger Station, 949 US Hwy 93 N · Eureka, MT 59917
  • 406-296-2536

Reservations & demand

Lead time: Unknown

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Source and verification

Last verified: 10/10/2026

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