Clearwater Fishing Access Site EA

Clearwater Crossing Fishing Access Site (FAS) Improvements

 

The Clearwater Crossing FAS is in the Blackfoot drainage along the Clearwater River, 30 miles east of Bonner on Highway 200. It is managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks and is a highly popular site. Clearwater Crossing is used heavily by the public for river access and camping. The site is 16 acres in size and includes a day use area, one latrine, a pioneered hand launch, 6 campsites, and a gravel boat ramp with an undefined parking area.

 

The original design of the site located the camps directly in the riparian area of the Clearwater River. This has caused erosion and a corresponding decrease in streamside vegetation. There is a more suitable location for these campsites within the FAS boundaries. The project proposal would move the 6 campsites to the east into the treed area. The previous location of the campsites should be revegetated to improve aesthetics and stream health. A defined parking area for users of the boat ramp would also improve site vegetation and reduce erosion.

Related Documents: Clearwater Fishing Access Site EA

 

Deadline: Comments must be received by 5 p.m. on October 10, 2023

Email comments to:  Name: Christine oschell  
                                       Email:  COschell@mt.gov

Mail comments to:           MT FWP 

Attn: Clearwater Crossing Site Improvements EA

                                                3201 Spurgin Rd

                                                Missoula, Mt 59804