Mc Gregor Lake
The managed season runs Memorial Day through Labor Day, when potable water and garbage service are available. The campground is accessible year-round depending on weather conditions, though services are limited outside the managed season. Individual sites are first-come, first-served; the group site is reservable via Recreation.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 7:30AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Broadwater, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Gallatin, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Park, Powell, Ravalli, Silver Bow, Sweet Grass, Sanders, Yellowstone counties in effect until 9AM on 08/11/2026 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 08/10/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls, Frenchtown, Libby and Missoula are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/10/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Dillon, Great Falls, Helena and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/10/2026, particulate levels in Butte, Cut Bank, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Moderate. 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
McGregor Lake Campground is located 53 miles southeast of Libby, Montana on Highway 2, positioned at the west end of McGregor Lake in the Thompson Chain of Lakes area. At 1,240 acres, McGregor Lake is the largest lake in Kootenai National Forest and hosts a prime mackinaw trout population known for trophy-size catches. The campground sits at 3,900 feet elevation and includes 27 sites with fire rings and picnic tables, including four tent sites along the lake near the boat ramp and one reservable group site. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water, and garbage service during the managed season. An on-site boat ramp provides access for motorized and non-motorized watercraft, with swimming and water skiing popular activities. The 2.9-mile McGregor Lake Shoreline Trail offers hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities, and the surrounding area is known for huckleberry picking. Individual campsites operate first-come, first-served and are not on the reservation system. The group site (a 120x140 foot gravel parking area accommodating up to 50 people) is reservable through Recreation.gov. A 16-day stay limit applies. Pets are welcome but must be leashed.
Directions
From Libby, take US Route 2 east 53 miles to campground sign, turn right and continue 0.2 miles. Alternatively, from Kalispell, take US Route 2 west 32 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 293-7773 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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