Fish Creek
Fish Creek Campground shoreline along Glacier National Park with a forested mountain backdrop and pebbled beach.
Two tents pitched on a gravel campsite in a forested Glacier National Park campground, with tall pines surrounding the site.
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Fish Creek

Camping★★★★☆
Last Updated: December 2025

Overview

About This Campground

Here's the plan: Fish Creek sits in the pines with space for tents and RVs, giving shade and some privacy. You can reserve a site, so you won't fight for a spot. Some sites glance toward Lake McDonald through the trees without being on the shoreline.

Highlights

Site Types

tent, RV

Scenic Views

Filtered views of Lake McDonald from some sites

Nearby Attractions

Apgar Village (2.5 miles); Lake McDonald views

Family Friendly

Family-friendly with shade and privacy; busy in peak season

Best Time to Visit

July–September offer the best weather, but these months bring the highest crowds (July is peak).

Camping Tips

['Carry bear spray and follow NPS bear safety guidance; use bear lockers and store all attractants properly.', 'Book well in advance for peak season (60–90 days for July weekends) and monitor Recreation.gov for cancellations.', 'Choose campsite types based on preference: wooded tent sites, lake-view walk-ins, or RV-friendly long sites near Lake McDonald.', 'Plan activities mindful of location near Lake McDonald and Apgar Village; use this area for-day trips or easy access.', 'Be prepared for busy loops and some quieter back-in sites; flexibility with dates helps maximize availability.']

RV Driver Intel

The Setup

Internal campground loops with forested roads; plan for back-in sites; use the park map to pick a fit

The Vibe

Forest campground with shade and privacy; not a remote backcountry setting; moderate crowds but organized

Bath & Laundry

The campground uses flush toilets with running water and has showers available for registered campers in Loop A. Potable water spigots are spread throughout the site, and an on-site RV dump station is provided. Bear-proof dumpsters handle trash. There are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups at any campsite. Fire rings are provided at sites for fires; firewood availability isn’t stated, and gathering wood in the park is generally discouraged. A small camp store may carry basic supplies. Generators may run only during defined windows (8–10 a.m., 12–2 p.m., and 5–7 p.m.), and generators are not allowed in Loop C. Cell service inside the park tends to be limited and varies by carrier.

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