A creek flows through a small gorge of rocks covered in moss.
Avalanche Campground
Picnic table and fire ring in the shade of trees.
Avalanche Amphitheater

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Restrooms Restrooms

Available sites

84 total sites

About Avalanche Campground

Avalanche campground is located in one of the most popular sections of Glacier National Park west of the Continental Divide. The campground accommodates tent and RV campers. However, only 50 sites will accommodate vehicle lengths up to 26 ft. All sites require a reservation. Most sites have a 6-month booking window with a good handful having a 4-day booking window.

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Restrooms Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

84 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 A01, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 A02, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A03, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A04, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A05, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A06, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A07, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A08, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A09, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A10, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A11, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A13, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A14, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A15, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A16, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A17, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A18, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A19, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A20, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A21, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A22, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A23, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A24, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A25, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A26, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A27, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A28, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A31, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A32, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A33, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A34, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A35, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A36, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A37, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A38, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A39, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A40, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A41, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A42, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A43, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A44, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A45, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A46, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A47, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A48, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A49, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A50, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A51, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 A52, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B53, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B54, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B55, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B56, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B57, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B58, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B59, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B60, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B62, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B63, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B64, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B65, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B66, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B67, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B68, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B69, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B70, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B71, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B72, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B73, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B74, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B75, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B76, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B77, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B78, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B79, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B80, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B81, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B82, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B83, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B84, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B85, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B86, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through
🚐 B87, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Pull-through

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.

Review Summary

4.5
327 reviews
5
67.6%
221
4
19.6%
64
3
9.8%
32
2
1.2%
4
1
1.8%
6

Andrea S

Verified

July 10, 2026 • Stayed at: B68, Loop: B

5

It is a lovely, quiet campground adjacent to Trail of the Cedars
One of our favorite places on earth.

Christy S

Verified

July 13, 2026 • Stayed at: A38, Loop: A

5

The park staff we encountered were amazing and very informative. The campsite was spacious. The bathroom was very clean. We definitely will be back!

Jody E

Verified

July 14, 2026 • Stayed at: B84, Loop: B

4

wish there was a shower

Anne R

Verified

July 14, 2026 • Stayed at: A28, Loop: A

5

very good location, next to the Trail of the Cedars., lots of shade

Laurie S

Verified

July 14, 2026 • Stayed at: A13, Loop: A

4

Great site, it does get full sun most of the afternoon

Laurie S

Verified

July 14, 2026 • Stayed at: A10, Loop: A

5

Really loved the full shade we got at campsite a10

William G

Verified

July 15, 2026 • Stayed at: A51, Loop: A

5

Avalanche is a great spot to camp, close to a couple of great hiking trails and away from some of the busier areas.

David H

Verified

July 17, 2026 • Stayed at: B68, Loop: B

5

Beautiful campground in the trees, easy access to Avalanche Lake trail.

BRYAN B

Verified

July 17, 2026 • Stayed at: B59, Loop: B

5

The campground is beautiful and well maintained.

Other camprgrounds are kind of close but it wasnt uncomfortable.

Easy access to the trail of the cedars and lake avavlance trail from camp site.

Bathrooms were clean and and freshwater was cold.

Matthew I

Verified

July 17, 2026 • Stayed at: B74, Loop: B

5

I was worried that we were going to be the only tent... the whole came ground was tents. Beautiful trees and the birds sing only the lovely tunes. Bathroom was very clean and recently remodeled.

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>
<ul>
<li>West Entrance – From Columbia Falls, take Highway 2 east to the town of West Glacier (approximately ...

Nearest town

West Glacier, MT - 17 mi

About 30 min to downtown

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

Glacier 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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