Sprague Creek Campground

Lake McDonald with fall foliage in the foreground and mountains in the background.
Sprague Creek Picnic Area
Sprague Creek Trail to Lake McDonald
Sprague Creek Trail to Lake
Lake McDonald surrounded by snow covered peaks.

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

22 total sites

Tent Sites

22 sites

About Sprague Creek Campground

Sprague Creek is a small campground located on the northeast shore of Lake McDonald, just off Going-to-the-Sun Road. The maximum size limit allowed for all vehicles as well as combinations of vehicles and towed units in Sprague Creek Campground is 21 feet in length (including bumpers) and/or 8 feet in width (including mirrors). The campground is located within trees, providing shade during warm summers. Some sites near the shore have unobstructed views of Lake McDonald. All sites require a reservation. Most sites have a 6-month booking window with a good handful having a 4-day booking window.

Number of accommodations: 22

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 20 to Oct 1

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

22 Sites Available

Site
Price
01, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
02, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
04, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
05, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
06, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
07, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
08, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
09, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
10, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
11, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
12, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
13, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
14, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
15, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
16, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
17, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
18, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
19, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
20, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
21, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
22, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
23, Loop: Sprague Creek Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (190)

What Guests Are Saying

Sprague Creek Campground offers a beautiful location right on Lake McDonald, with well-maintained sites and clean bathrooms. Campers appreciate the friendly host, Ed, who is knowledgeable and helpful. While some noise from the nearby road can be a drawback, the campground's scenic views and access to the lake make it a favored choice for visitors seeking a quieter experience in Glacier National Park.

Review Summary

4.4
190 reviews
5
64.2%
122
4
17.9%
34
3
12.1%
23
2
4.2%
8
1
1.6%
3

Ruhiyyih M

Verified

July 7, 2025 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Sprague Creek

5

Awesome location near the beach. Small, private, quiet. Wonderful camp hosts. Tent only camping.

Jason Y

Verified

July 11, 2025 Stayed at: 23, Loop: Sprague Creek

5

Spacious campsite and clean, located very close to Lake McDonald. Right next to GTTSR but quite at night. My second time at this location and I love it. No showers like Apgar and ST Mary.

Erin B

Verified

July 13, 2025 Stayed at: 20, Loop: Sprague Creek

3

The sites are quite small. If you have a large tent, examine the pictures ahead of time to select a site with a larger pad if possible. Many of the sites are right next to the main road and it remains surprisingly noisy even late into the night. The sound didn't end up bothering us much, just not the serene get-away you expect at a national park. Definitely try to get a site on the lake side.

Christy K

Verified

July 15, 2025 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Sprague Creek

5

Best campground in Glacier. We really appreciated a small campground with no generators!

Brett B

Verified

July 17, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Sprague Creek

2

Site is incredibly small. Site also has a very very tight turn radius even for my compact. Tree was scrapped and I could tell people hit it all the time.

David A

Verified

July 19, 2025 Stayed at: 16, Loop: Sprague Creek

5

What a great campground!! Perfect location to explore the park, even has its own shuttle stop which turned out to be a huge plus during the busy summer months where lots are already full. My campsite had its own little trail down to Lake McDonald which was perfect for plunging in the cool waters while watching the sun set behind the mountains after a long day of hiking. The Lake McDonald lodge is really close by which came in handy for last minute supplies, ice, and a large pizza when my camp food just wasn't cutting it. I really enjoyed my stay here and preferred it over my campsite in St Mary, but that's more of a personal preference more than anything. Go here and you won't regret it!! Oh and if you have paddleboards/kayaks bring them, you can launch them here too!

Jodi D

Verified

July 20, 2025 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Sprague Creek

3

Site 11 is probably the worst option in this campground. It's right next to the bathrooms and camp dump station and the site is not fully level. People are constantly coming and going through your site and the bathroom light shines all night into your tent.

The tent pad is small and gravelly and the vehicle noise was constant. The sites are very close together with little to no privacy; we could hear every word of a drunken conversation two campsites down for many hours. The only bathroom for the campground was rundown and didn't have handsoap. You could potentially walk to the picnic ground bathrooms for a more updated option with soap.

The view was of the water through the trees was lovely and Joan, the campground host, was incredibly helpful when we had an issue.

David L

Verified

July 21, 2025 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Sprague Creek

5

Our group had an amazing time at Sprague and would highly recommend it to anyone. Lake Mcdonald is right there and you’re in driving distance of a lot of really nice hikes / activities. Joan, the camp volunteer, was very nice and accommodating and also was able to teach us a lot about the camp.

Patricia L

Verified

July 22, 2025 Stayed at: 15, Loop: Sprague Creek

5

Great campground and our site was fantastic. No soap in bathrooms, so bring hand sanitizer. A little sad that noise from the GTTS road was prominent, but that's to be expected here. Some people might want earplugs for sleep.

Tina P

Verified

July 23, 2025 Stayed at: 17, Loop: Sprague Creek

4

Campground was very clean and perfect location. I would have given 5 stars but the road noise was a bit rough to deal with. I'm sure the sites on the other side closer to the lake were better . The site I was at was closer to the road. Earplugs helped

Location Sprague Creek Campground

Address:
Glacier National Park
West Glacier, MT, 59936
United States

Highway access

Sprague Creek Campground is accessible via Highway 2, which connects to the west entrance at West Glacier and the east entrance at St. Mary. Highway 89 also provides access from Browning to the St. Mary Entrance.

Elevation: 968 feet

Distance to downtown

10 mi drive to downtown West Glacier (about 18 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • RV Maximum Length in the Campground. The maximum size limit allowed for all vehicles as well as combinations of vehicles and towed units in Sprague Creek Campground is 21 feet in length (including bumpers) and/or 8 feet in width (including mirrors).
  • Vehicle length limits along Going-to-the-Sun Road. Vehicle and vehicle combinations longer than 21 feet (6.4 m) or wider than 8 feet (2.4 m) including mirrors are prohibited between the Sun Point parking area and Avalanche Campground on Going-to-the-Sun Road. 
  • Generator use is prohibited at all times in this campground.
  • Food Storage and Wildlife. Grizzly and black bears frequent the area; food storage regulations strictly enforced; 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.
  • The maximum length of stay is 14 days.
  • Fire Rings Only. Camp sites 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.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood within the same county in which you plan to camp. Moving firewood is illegal in some states.
  • 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: September 1, 2026

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