Bull River Pavilion

About this site

Overview Bull River Pavilion offers an excellent view of the Bull River and surrounding forest. It's located right in the thick of a variety of recreational opportunities and provides a large group with the perfect place to picnic in northwestern Montana. Recreation The rivers give visitors ample opportunity for fishing, swimming and boating. Large and smallmouth bass, perch, rainbow and brown trout and squawfish can be found in the clear, cool waters. Boating, sailing and water skiing are also popular activities on the reservoir. Visitors enjoy tours of the Noxon Rapids Dam, which is located less than 10 miles southeast of the pavilion. It is an earthen, gravity-type, hydroelectric dam that has been in operation for more than 50 years. Facilities The rivers give visitors ample opportunity for fishing, swimming and boating. Large and smallmouth bass, perch, rainbow and brown trout and squawfish can be found in the clear, cool waters. Boating, sailing and water skiing are also popular activities on the reservoir. Visitors enjoy tours of the Noxon Rapids Dam, which is located less than 10 miles southeast of the pavilion. It is an earthen, gravity-type, hydroelectric dam that has been in operation for more than 50 years. Natural Features The pavilion is located in a wooded area at the confluence of the Bull River and the Clark Fork River. The rivers empty into 3,200-acre Cabinet Gorge Reservoir, at an elevation of about 2,200 feet. A variety of trees forest the area, including cedar and Douglas fir. Nearby Attractions Additional Info: This is a reservable group pavilion site within Bull River Campground, accommodating up to 100 people with space for up to 5 camping vehicles and 7 single vehicles. It offers picnic facilities and is available for day use and overnight rentals. Adjacent campground has 26 sites with tables, fire rings, potable water, flush/vault toilets, and a boat launch with dock. Managed Memorial Day through Labor Day; gate closed December 1 to May 1.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

40 feet

Contact

• 406-827-3533
• https://www.fs.usda.gov/r01/kootenai/recreation/bull-river-campground-and-group-site

Location

48.035000, -115.844722