Nearby Campgrounds
Overview
St. Mary Campground is the largest campground on the east side of Glacier National Park and is open year-round. Activities such as interpretive programs, book sales, and shuttle service tours are located at the nearby St. Mary Visitor Center. St. Mary requires a reservation throughout the season. Though shade may be sparse, aspen trees grace St. Mary Campground with soothing sounds from spring and summer breezes, and colorful splashes of yellow late in the season.
Location
Elevation
4,514 ft
Directions
Located approximately one half mile west of the park boundary, near the town of St. Mary. Latitude, Longitude: 48.75083, -113.44694 48°45'3"N, 113°26'49"W
Weather Notes
Glacier's weather is highly variable and can be extreme. Warm days and cool nights are the norm in summer. Even when it's in the 80s and 90s in the daytime it can cool down into the 40s at night. Hikers setting out on a warm summer day, should still bring along rain gear and lots of extra clothing. Dressing in layers is key to a comfortable visit all year long.
RV Information
Up to 40 ft
Maximum RV Length
Trailers up to 40 ft
St. Mary primitive status
Campsite capacity is limited to eight people and two vehicles, where space is available. A maximum of two tents per site is permitted. Sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
St. Mary summer status
Campsite capacity is limited to eight people and two vehicles, where space is available. A maximum of two tents per site is permitted. Sites can be reserved mid-May through mid-August. Individual campsites may be reserved up to 6 months in advance. The two group sites can be reserved up to a year in advance.
St. Mary winter status
Campsite capacity is limited to eight people and two vehicles, where space is available. A maximum of two tents per site is permitted. No potable water sources or dump station facilities are provided during the primitive camping season. Comfort stations are closed; use vault toilets located in the campground.
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Campground sites can be reserved April 18 through October 31, 2026. Reservations are NOT required during the winter months. Reservations must be made through Recreation.gov. Individual campsites may be reserved up to 6 months in advance. The two group sites can be reserved up to six months in advance.
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