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Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park
Fish Creek Campground sits in a forested stretch near the west shore of Lake McDonald, a few miles from the West Glacier entrance. It's one of the largest campgrounds in Glacier, with 171 sites tucked among the trees and easy access to the lake and the Camas Road.
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Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park books on recreation.gov up to 6 months out. Camp.land watches this campground for cancellations and emails you a booking link when a site opens.
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Campsite Types
Standard (no hookups)
166 sites
No hookups · tents and small rigsRV OKTent OK
Tent only
4 sites
No hookups · tent onlyTent OK
Walk-to
1 sites
No hookups · walk-in tent siteTent OK
Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park fills up fast — lock in a cabin nearby
West Glacier and Apgar Village both have cabins and vacation rentals worth booking as a backup for Fish Creek.
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Guide to Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park
Best Campsites
For Families:Sites in Loop A are closest to the campground entrance and Lake McDonald
For Tents:The tent-only sites in Loop D suit those wanting more separation from RV traffic
For RVs:166 standard nonelectric sites in Loop A accommodate most RV sizes; no hookups anywhere
When to Go
July and August, Glacier's short, intense summer season, when demand across the park's west side is highest.
Tips
- →No hookups anywhere in Fish Creek; plan for dry camping
- →West Glacier has groceries and supplies a short drive away
- →Fish Creek books on a rolling 6-month window — a new date opens daily at 10 a.m. Eastern (7 a.m. Pacific), exactly six months out, and July/August dates go fast
- →Missed the release? Set a Camp.land alert on Fish Creek — cancellations post back to recreation.gov continuously, since campers get a full refund minus a $10 fee for cancelling more than 14 days out
- →Lake McDonald is an easy detour for swimming or a paddle
Highlights
Near the west shore of Lake McDonaldA few miles from the West Glacier entranceOne of the largest campgrounds in Glacier National ParkForested, shaded sitesClose to Camas Road for exploring the park's west side
Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park — Frequently Asked
Is Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park hard to book?+
Yes — Fish Creek 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, Glacier's short, intense summer season, when demand across the park's west side is highest. Reserve early on recreation.gov, and set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations the moment they open.
How many campsites does Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park have?+
Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park has 171 campsites, including Standard (no hookups), Tent only, Walk-to.
How far in advance should I book Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park?+
Fish Creek 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 Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park?+
Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park occasionally has same-day or cancellation openings on recreation.gov, especially midweek. Camp.land watches Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park for cancellations and emails you the instant one opens, with a direct booking link.
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