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Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park
West Glacier, Montana · 171 campsites
Illustrative landscape
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.
Campsites
171 campsites
Region
Montana
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Check this campground’s official reservation page for its current release schedule and seasonal openings. We have not verified a booking window for this campground.
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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
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Location & trip guide
West Glacier, Montana
Fish Creek Campground — Glacier National Park is in Montana. Use the official booking provider for current arrival directions and access details.
Get directions ↗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 found during scheduled checks every 30 minutes.
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?+
Check this campground’s official reservation page for its current release schedule and seasonal openings. We have not verified a booking window for this campground.
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 checks every 30 minutes and emails you when a check finds an opening, with a direct booking link. Availability can change before you book.
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