Ashley Lake South Campground
Closed for the season. Opens Memorial Day (May 25, 2026) and operates through Labor Day. No reservations; first-come, first-served only. No fees. 5-day stay limit.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
About
Ashley Lake South Campground is a tiny, primitive campground tucked along the south shore of Ashley Lake in Montana's Flathead National Forest. With just 2 campsites, this is one of the smallest developed campgrounds in the forest, offering a secluded experience for tent campers seeking lakeside solitude. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table, and a vault toilet serves the campground. The campground provides walk-down boat access ideal for launching kayaks and canoes onto Ashley Lake. Swimming is also popular here during summer months. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. There are no fees to camp, and sites are first-come, first-served with a 5-day stay limit. Access is via Ashley Lake Road #912, which features a sharp hairpin corner that makes this campground unsuitable for RVs and trailers. The campground sees heavy use during summer months, so arriving early is recommended to secure a site.
Directions
From Kalispell, take Highway 2 west. Turn right onto Batavia Lane, then continue straight onto Ashley Lake Road #912. Stay left at the intersection with the north shore road to continue on the south shore road. Turn right at the camping sign. Total distance is approximately 12 miles from Kalispell.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 758-5204 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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