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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 8:15AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow counties in effect until 9AM on 08/10/2026 An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near future. Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls are Very Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Dillon, Libby and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Butte, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Cut Bank, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Malta and Missoula are Moderate. When air quality is Very Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid any outdoor activity; everyone else should avoid prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
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.
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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