Crooked Creek Recreation Area

Crooked Creek Recreation Area, on the west end of Fort Peck, is known for its fishing. It has a boat ramp with a dock, camping sites, a picnic shelter, swimming beach, and potable water to fill tanks. There is a marina located nearby that offers concessions, boat storage, and cabins for rent.

Primary Activities

Camping

This recreational area has 20 camping sites without electricity, and potable water is accessible to fill tanks. Campsites have picnic tables and fire rings. There is also a marina located nearby that offers concessions, boat storage, and cabins for rent.

Cost: No fees

Boating & Canoeing

Crooked Creek has boat ramp with a dock, though it's not always available due to the changing water levels.

Fishing

Crooked Creek is known for its fishing, including ice fishing.

How to Get There

Crooked Creek Campground is located 52 miles from Winnett. The road to Crooked Creek is a maintained all-weather gravel road.

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