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

ZONGWEN F

Verified

August 27, 2026 • Stayed at: A50, Loop: A

5

Very nice location. The campground is near by the Avalanche Lake trailhead, so don’t worry about the parking lot to take the trail.

CHERYL T

Verified

August 27, 2026 • Stayed at: B84, Loop: B

5

close proximity to trail of cedars and avalanche lake so there was no need to fight the crowds for parking:)

Simon-Pierre L

Verified

August 27, 2026 • Stayed at: B81, Loop: B

3

Campground well maintained with great campground hosts. However, there was no hot water, no light and no soap in the washrooms.
Facilities need a big update.

Gary V

Verified

August 28, 2026 • Stayed at: A31, Loop: A

4

Lived my campsite and access to the trail to Avalanche lake

shitiz c

Verified

August 29, 2026 • Stayed at: B80, Loop: B

4

Good site but no light in restrooms. Close to the road, so some noise but not much

Rachel R

Verified

August 29, 2026 • Stayed at: A35, Loop: A

5

Very nice

Zachary H

Verified

August 30, 2026 • Stayed at: A46, Loop: A

5

Nice central location along going to the sun road

Chamea B

Verified

August 30, 2026 • Stayed at: A49, Loop: A

4

The campground was fantastic. Quiet and peaceful. The downside was the lack of access to be able to high on longer trails due to the inaccessibility of shuttle tickets even with satellite connection for getting online in conjunction with the three hour time limit at Logan. The current system makes hiking a lot less accessible for people who want more than a wander to hidden lake overlook.

Pam H

Verified

August 31, 2026 • Stayed at: A34, Loop: A

4

Great time!

Alice Y

Verified

September 1, 2026 • Stayed at: B86, Loop: B

5

it's so beautiful and quite place to camping also close to hiking trails next of campsite.

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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