Avalanche Campground
Turquoise river runs through a mossy, narrow rock canyon with evergreen trees in Glacier National Park.
Dense evergreen forest along a rocky riverbed with distant snow-dusted peaks in Glacier National Park.
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Avalanche Campground

Camping★★★★☆
Last Updated: December 2025

Overview

About This Campground

Avalanche Campground sits inside Glacier National Park with 87 reservable sites for tents and small RVs. It operates June through September with seasonal water and no electric hookups. Bathrooms exist seasonally; showers are not available; generator windows are 8–10 am, noon–2 pm, and 5–7 pm. Bear-proof dumpsters are provided for trash.

Highlights

Site Types

Tent and RV sites

Scenic Views

Forest surroundings with trail access to nearby lakes

Nearby Attractions

Apgar Village nearby with visitor center, general store, and restaurants; Lake McDonald nearby

Family Friendly

Flush toilets and bear country safety; quiet hours; kids can hike to Avalanche Lake; leash rules apply

Best Time to Visit

Summer season (mid-June to mid-September); book early; arrive early on release days

Camping Tips

  • Book via Recreation.gov with a 6-month window; arrive by 7 AM on release days.
  • No on-site showers; plan for Rising Sun/Swiftcurrent Inn or private options.
  • Food storage rules are strict—use bear-proof lockers or a hard-sided vehicle.
  • Expect forest shade, wildlife, and occasional road noise from Going-to-the-Sun.

RV Driver Intel

The Setup

50 sites accommodate up to 26 ft; some pull-throughs; roads are paved; plan for shorter rigs or back-in; ensure you’re within length limits on Going-to-the-Sun Road

The Vibe

A functional Glacier basecamp in a dense forest; quieter than front-country campgrounds but still private; occasional road noise from the park road

Bath & Laundry

Showers are not on-site; plan to use facilities at Rising Sun or Swiftcurrent Inn or nearby private camps; on-site dump station available; no on-site laundry mentioned

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