
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.
tent, RV
Filtered views of Lake McDonald from some sites
Apgar Village (2.5 miles); Lake McDonald views
Family-friendly with shade and privacy; busy in peak season
July–September offer the best weather, but these months bring the highest crowds (July is peak).
['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.']
Internal campground loops with forested roads; plan for back-in sites; use the park map to pick a fit
Forest campground with shade and privacy; not a remote backcountry setting; moderate crowds but organized
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.
tent, RV
Nearby Lake McDonald access and forest trails; shade-friendly campground
Varies (Booking: Varies)
Pets Allowed - Leash restricted to 6 feet; check trail rules
Address
Fish Creek Campground Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936, USA
To Park Entrance
4.5 miles from West Glacier entrance; 2.5 miles from Apgar Village
Based on 288 Google reviews
Christiane Wray
Great campground in Glacier National Park. Quiet and away from crowds. Sites are close together but still offer a little privacy. Bear boxes are shared between 6-8 camp sites & when I arrived, the one near me was full. Every site should have their own since there are active bears in this campground. Showers only available in loop A & there's no parking there. I camped in loop C and we only had outhouse toilets due to restrooms being closed. I probably won't go back to this campground. The Fish Creek day use area is nice for lake access & clean restroom.
Brady Zbikowski
We stayed on the B loop and found it was a perfect fit for our Glacier trip. We had easy access to bathrooms, water, flat ground, and appreciated the ranger-led hike and evening programs offered. Cell connection was spotty but definitely possible at times. We used a 2 person tent while many in the loops were in RVs, but overall the immediate area was quiet. People seemed responsible with trash to mitigate bear incursions and the provided food lockers helped as well.
Gwenn and Rand Carlson Rothe
Campground is in Glacier National Park - so you need a park pass for access and you need reservations (early - fills up fast). Campground was ok - campsites were well set up. However, the C loop restrooms were out of order (porta-potties available) and showers were only on the A loop (first come first served). Some late evening arrivals were a bit noisy, but overall, the camping was good. Ranger programs were all very good, available each evening.
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Potable water not specified; bring your own water.
Site lengths vary; check the park map and book a site that matches your rig.
Pets are allowed with leash rules; follow Glacier NP guidelines.
Reservations are made through the park's official system (check Recreation.gov).
Potable water is not specified; plan to bring water and refill options may be limited.
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