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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
Kalvin J
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2026 • Stayed at: B76, Loop: B
Great location in an amazing park! 2 awesome trails (Trail of the Cedars and Avalanche Lake hike) for walking/hiking are right there which made it easy for my family (6yo and 3yo). We loved Glacier and will be back.
dustin t
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 • Stayed at: A52, Loop: A
Beautiful space the trees are amazing the Rangers were walking around to make sure everyone was safe from bears.
tedi s
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 • Stayed at: A04, Loop: A
Great campground, bathrooms were clean potable water was accessible, and the bar boxes were conveniently located throughout the campground. I would definitely go back. Also love that it is at the trailhead for avalanche Canyon hike, which is super convenient because the parking to get to that hike is insanely busy..
Richard K
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2026 • Stayed at: A48, Loop: A
We were very disappointed in our camping experience here. Yes, they have flush toilets, but no lights or hand soap, and often out of paper towels and toilet paper. The nearest water spigot was about 8 campsites down from us. They double booked our spot, so when we got there, someone else was already set up in our spot. There are NO public showers on the west side within the national park. We had to go to KOA and pay $15 per shower. The only thing good about it is that Avalanche campground is near one of the most popular hikes, so you don’t have to worry about finding parking for that hike. If you are camping, I would highly recommend staying at Many Glacier or St.
Mary where there are showers available, and soap/lights in the bathrooms.
Tiffany A
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2026 • Stayed at: B62, Loop: B
Convenient campground located next to Avalanche Lake Hike and Trail of the Cedars so you don’t have to fight parking. Nice and quiet. If you are needing to use starlink, there are only a few sites with enough tree/sky clearance for a good connection.
Timothy W
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2026 • Stayed at: A15, Loop: A
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gregory m
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2026 • Stayed at: B57, Loop: B
quiet close to some hikes. no showers.
robin p
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2026 • Stayed at: B63, Loop: B
Avalanche is a great location to stay. Going to the Lake Avalanche, proximity to Logan Pass, make it an excellent choice.
Less good: the new admission of all cars and the restricted service of the free shuttle, make the park less accessible, and with added crowds less appealing.
Tahrima Arman T
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2026 • Stayed at: B83, Loop: B
It was wonderful! I loved that the washroom lights were off. We could see so many stars.
Emily D
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2026 • Stayed at: A46, Loop: A
Great campground to stay at. Sites are close, but people are respectful, and the grounds around each site aren't trampled on/worn down like in other campgrounds. Bathrooms were clean, and the host was nice and helpful. Wish we could have stayed longer.
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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