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Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park
Apgar Campground is the largest in Glacier National Park, sitting at the south end of Lake McDonald near Apgar Village. It's close to the west entrance, with a visitor center, shops, and a boat launch all within walking distance, and the lake itself is right there for swimming or paddling.
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Campsite Types
Standard (no hookups)
184 sites
No hookups · tents and small rigsRV OKTent OK
Walk-to
3 sites
No hookups · walk-in tent sitesTent OK
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West Glacier and Apgar Village both have cabins and vacation rentals worth booking as backup if the campground is full.
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Guide to Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park
Best Campsites
For Families:Sites in Loop A closest to Apgar Village are steps from shops and the lake
For Tents:The three hiker/bicyclist walk-to sites suit those arriving without a vehicle
For RVs:184 standard nonelectric sites in Loop A accommodate most RV sizes; no hookups anywhere
When to Go
July and August, when Apgar Village and the west entrance see the heaviest traffic in the park.
Tips
- →No hookups anywhere in Apgar; plan for dry camping
- →Apgar Village has groceries, gift shops, and food right next to the campground
- →Book early — this is the busiest and largest campground in the park
- →Lake McDonald is an easy walk for a swim or sunset
Highlights
Largest campground in Glacier National ParkAt the south end of Lake McDonald, near Apgar VillageClose to the west entrance and the park's main visitor centerShops, a boat launch, and dining within walking distanceEasy lake access for swimming and paddling
Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park — Frequently Asked
Is Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park hard to book?+
Yes — Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park is a federal campground booked through recreation.gov, and its sites fill up on weekends and during peak seasons. July and August, when Apgar Village and the west entrance see the heaviest traffic in the park. Reserve early on recreation.gov, and set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations the moment they open.
How many campsites does Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park have?+
Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park has 187 campsites, including Standard (no hookups), Walk-to.
How far in advance should I book Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park?+
Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park is a federal campground, so sites are booked through recreation.gov — typically up to 6 months in advance — not the Texas state park system. If your dates are already full, set a Camp.land alert and we'll email you the moment a cancellation opens.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park?+
Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park occasionally has same-day or cancellation openings on recreation.gov, especially midweek. Camp.land watches Apgar Campground — Glacier National Park for cancellations and emails you the instant one opens, with a direct booking link.
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