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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (327)
What Guests Are Saying
Avalanche Campground is a well-maintained, clean campground with excellent access to popular hiking trails, including Avalanche Lake and the Trail of the Cedars. While some sites lack privacy and amenities like hot showers, the beautiful surroundings and convenient location make it a recommended choice for campers. Visitors appreciate the friendly camp hosts and the serene atmosphere, despite some minor issues with restroom cleanliness and noise.
What Guests Are Saying
Avalanche Campground is a well-maintained, clean campground with excellent access to popular hiking trails, including Avalanche Lake and the Trail of the Cedars. While some sites lack privacy and amenities like hot showers, the beautiful surroundings and convenient location make it a recommended choice for campers. Visitors appreciate the friendly camp hosts and the serene atmosphere, despite some minor issues with restroom cleanliness and noise.
Review Summary
Tracy R
VerifiedAugust 6, 2026 • Stayed at: A19, Loop: A
This was a nice site. The camping areas had trees around, so it felt more private than it could be. Bathrooms were close but at our specific spot the dump area was out of order, so we had to walk further for that. The camp being near the middle of the park was great for access to the highlight areas. It was about 30 minutes to get to West Glacier and an hour to get to Logan Pass. We could live without showers for the convenience of the location.
Suzanne L
VerifiedAugust 6, 2026 • Stayed at: A04, Loop: A
Nice campground and host. Quiet, even though it's near a popular hiking spot.
Kelly C
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 • Stayed at: A02, Loop: A
The campsites are gorgeous but several of the restrooms have no soap , ick, or no lights:-(
Andrew T
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 • Stayed at: B83, Loop: B
I liked the camp host. Like size and location of campsite
Jean M
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 • Stayed at: B60, Loop: B
It was a great campsite. Surrounded by the trees and close to everything. The camp post was so nice and I felt very secure. I would definitely go back there again. I need more huckleberry ice cream.
Emma p
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 • Stayed at: A27, Loop: A
A27 large site, not particularly private but perfect for hiking to Avalanche Lake and not having to worry about finding parking. There is a path that links to the trailhead just opposite the site. Drinking tap is opposite but a slightly longer walk to the toilets than expected. Rangers came round regularly as lots of non campers came round requesting to park at our site as couldn’t find parking at the trailhead. Good for a 1 night stay to complete the hike. If you complete the hike, walk right to the other end of the lake for a quieter beach experience. Spotted a bear there and got some peace on a busy trail. Beautiful!
Justin W
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: A12, Loop: A
Awesome campground. Was nice have water fill stations close by. My only complaint was this campground has shared bear box’s which were all full nearby our site so we had to put our stuff in my truck.
John S
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: B81, Loop: B
Great camp site. Plenty of restrooms close.
Przemyslaw M
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: B60, Loop: B
Good access to hiking trails.
tammy b
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: B68, Loop: B
Campsite good, restrooms ok. Trail behind camp was a great find when we were stalling cause we didn't want to leave. Bear box available. Loved staying in the park but could only snag 1 night. Can walk to Avalanche Lake trail was a bonus for sure!
Location & Directions for Avalanche Campground
Glacier National Park, West Glacier, MT 59936 United States
Elevation: 1,043 ft
Getting There
<p>Avalanche Campground has multiple entry points on the east and west side of the park. </p>
<p><strong>West Side Entrance</strong></p>
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<li>West Entrance – From Columbia Falls, take Highway 2 east to the town of West Glacier (approximately ...
Avalanche Campground has multiple entry points on the east and west side of the park.
West Side Entrance
- West Entrance – From Columbia Falls, take Highway 2 east to the town of West Glacier (approximately 33 mi (32.9 mi) from Kalispell).
- West Entrance – From Browning, take Highway 2 west to the town of West Glacier.
East Side Entrance
- St. Mary Entrance – From Columbia Falls, take Highway 2 east to the town of Browning (approx. 83 mi/83.3 mi). At the traffic circle, exit onto Hwy 89 north and continue for another 30 mi (29.8 mi). Follow the signage to the St. Mary Visitor Center / Going-to-the-Sun Road.
- St. Mary Entrance – From Browning, take Highway 89 north to Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Highway access
Avalanche Campground is accessible via Highway 2, which runs east to west near the park, providing access from both Columbia Falls and Browning. The west entrance is reached by taking Highway 2 to West Glacier, while the east entrance can be accessed via Highway 89 from Browning.
Nearby National Park
In Glacier National Park
Approximate driving time: 26 min
Policies & Rules
General
- Food storage regulations are strictly enforced. Grizzly and black bears frequent the area. When not in immediate use, all food, beverages, coolers, cooking utensils, pet food, or other attractants must be kept in a closed, hard-sided vehicle or secured in bear proof storage lockers near campground restrooms.
- Vehicle length limits. Vehicle and vehicle combinations longer than 21 feet (6.5 m) or wider than 8 feet (2.4 m) including mirrors are prohibited between the Sun Point parking area and Avalanche Campground.
- Maximum Stay. Campground length of stay is limited to 14 days.
- Noise must be kept to a low level that does not disturb other campers. Generator use in campgrounds is permitted only during the following times: 8 am to 10 a.m., noon to 2 p.m., or 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Fire Rings Only. Campsites contain fire rings but do not have fire grates for grilling/ food preparation.
- Hammocks. Hammocks must be hung over non vegetated areas using one inch straps or wider. Vegetation may not be trampled to access hammocks.
- Maximum Number of Tents. Campsites allow a maximum of 2 tents per site.
- No Firewood Collection. Firewood collection is prohibited within Avalanche Campground.
- Renting an RV or trailer? Per 36 CFR 5.3, commercial business may not take place inside Glacier National Park. This includes RVs and trailers being delivered within Glacier's boundaries. Renters of these must drive them in themselves.
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Last updated: October 23, 2026
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