St. Mary Campground
Closed — Closed for winter. Due to water system construction, the campground will remain closed through spring 2026 and reopen by July 1, 2026. Peak season 2026 reservations will be available starting January 2, 2026 on a 6-month rolling basis.
High Wind Warning issued January 4 at 11:46PM MST until January 6 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...The Rocky Mountain Front and adjacent foothills and plains, and Eastern Glacier, Western Toole, and Central Pondera Counties. * WHEN...From 11 PM Monday to 11 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another period of gusty winds is likely to follow during the day Wednesday.
From Recreation.gov
Peak season 2026 campground dates will be posted and available on a 6-month rolling basis starting January 2, 2026. Peak seasons vary by campground. Please check each campground for peak seasons and availability. Spring and fall shoulder season dates will become available for reservation in the spring of 2026 as they are winter weather dependent. Please check back then for shoulder season availability.
About
St. Mary Campground is Glacier National Park's largest east-side campground, featuring 148 reservable sites in a scenic setting with views of Singleshot, East Flattop, and Red Eagle Mountains. While shade is sparse, groves of aspen trees provide pleasant sounds in summer breezes and brilliant yellow colors in fall. The campground operates year-round with varying levels of service: peak season brings full amenities including flush toilets, hot showers, potable water, and dump station; shoulder seasons offer primitive camping with reduced services; and winter camping is free with vault toilets only. Located just a half-mile from the St. Mary Visitor Center, campers have easy access to interpretive programs, shuttle services, and Red Bus tours. The campground sits near the eastern entrance to the Going-to-the-Sun Road, one of America's most scenic byways. The east side of the park is renowned for day hiking, with trailheads starting at higher elevations than the west side, requiring less ascent to reach alpine vistas. St. Mary Lake lies nearby, offering stunning scenery though the water is typically too cold for swimming. The campground accommodates RVs and trailers, with three sites handling combinations up to 40 feet and 22 sites accommodating up to 35 feet. Generators are permitted only in Loops B and C, while Loop A remains generator-free. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with a maximum capacity of eight people, two vehicles, and two tents per site. Two group sites are also available by reservation.
Directions
Located a half-mile west of the St. Mary entrance near St. Mary, Montana. Access from U.S. Highway 89 approximately 33 miles northwest of Browning, Montana, or over Logan Pass when the Going-to-the-Sun Road is open.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 - $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (877) 444-6777 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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