About Avalanche Campground
Number of accommodations: 84
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Reviews (168)
What Guests Are Saying
Avalanche Campground is highly praised for its beautiful, quiet setting and proximity to popular hiking trails like Avalanche Lake and the Trail of the Cedars. The campground is well-maintained, with clean facilities and attentive camp hosts, making it a great base for exploring Glacier National Park. While some campers noted issues with privacy and the lack of showers and lights in the bathrooms, the overall experience is considered excellent by many visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Avalanche Campground is highly praised for its beautiful, quiet setting and proximity to popular hiking trails like Avalanche Lake and the Trail of the Cedars. The campground is well-maintained, with clean facilities and attentive camp hosts, making it a great base for exploring Glacier National Park. While some campers noted issues with privacy and the lack of showers and lights in the bathrooms, the overall experience is considered excellent by many visitors.
Review Summary
Kathleen B
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: A19, Loop: A
Very shady. CG host non welcoming. Crowded.
Andrew F
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2024 • Stayed at: A04, Loop: A
Wonderful Campground beyond the timed entry section of going to the Sun road. No cell phone reception, no showers, but mostly spacious and level sites.
Josie R
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: A43, Loop: A
We slept so well at this campground and it was so beautiful. Loved that there was running water too!
Saika G
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2024 • Stayed at: A31, Loop: A
It was a rainy day, but the campground was peaceful and beautiful. So many trees surround each campsite, making our site especially cozy during the rain. The Trail of the Cedars is just a walk away, which made staying here even more memorable.
If I were to pick between staying at Apgar and staying here (Avalanche), I would pick this campground any day!
Claire D
VerifiedSeptember 1, 2024 • Stayed at: A03, Loop: A
Great spots.Lots of trees seperating large sites. Flush toilets, no showers, no firewood. The day parking gets crowded, but the campground is an oasis from that. Had some deer visit us in the evening.
Ming L
VerifiedAugust 31, 2024 • Stayed at: B55, Loop: B
most importantly it is close to swiftcurrent motel which provides the shower
Marc K
VerifiedAugust 31, 2024 • Stayed at: A48, Loop: A
Overall, nice camping experience. Excellently situated along the Going-to-the-Sun road.
Wade H
VerifiedAugust 28, 2024 • Stayed at: A42, Loop: A
One of the best primitive campgrounds I’ve ever been to. Clean, quiet and plenty of space between sites. Best part was the Avalanche Lake hiking trail that is connected to the campground. Definitely worth the trek up to the lake.
Lindsey M
VerifiedAugust 21, 2024 • Stayed at: B78, Loop: B
beautiful forested camp ground, nice and level for setting up camp.
JOHN M
VerifiedAugust 19, 2024 • Stayed at: B54, Loop: B
As expected. Closest campground to Logan’s Pass so able to sleep in a few more minutes. Go access in and out.
Location Avalanche Campground
Address:
Glacier National Park
West Glacier, MT, 59936
United States
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 miles (53 km) 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 miles/134 km). At the traffic circle, exit onto Hwy 89 north and continue for another 30 miles (48 km). 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.
Latitude & Longitude: 48.6765 / -113.819
Elevation: 1043 feet
Policies & Rules
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| 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. |
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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. |
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Maximum Stay. Campground length of stay is limited to 14 days. |
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Quiet Hours. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am. 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. |
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Fire Rings Only. Campsites contain fire rings but do not have fire grates for grilling/ food preparation. |
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Hammocks. Hammocks must be hung over non vegetated areas using one inch straps or wider. Vegetation may not be trampled to access hammocks. |
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Maximum Number of Tents. Campsites allow a maximum of 2 tents per site. |
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No Firewood Collection. Firewood collection is prohibited within Avalanche Campground. |
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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. |
