Mc Gregor Lake
Closed for the winter season. The campground typically operates from May through September or October depending on weather and snow conditions. Individual sites are first-come, first-served when open.
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.
Ross Creek Cedars Road Closure & Storm Damage Update
The Ross Creek Cedars sustained significant damage during the December 2025 flood events. Heavy rains, flooding, landslide, and debris flows that occurred in December 2025 created unstable conditions along NFS Road #398. Significant erosion undercut sections of the road, limiting access to foot and…
Rexford Bench Boat Launch Closure
Progress continues on the Rexford Bench boat launch upgrade, replacing the existing asphalt with concrete. Construction operations are expected to continue into mid-May, so a closure order will remain in place for the boat launch and lower parking area for public and worker safety. The Peck Gulch…
Big Creek Closure-Peregrine Falcon Nesting Area
A closure order is in now effect for the Big Creek Area on the Rexford Ranger District, which is a known area for peregrine falcon nesting. Peregrine falcons are particularly sensitive to disturbance and activity above their nest or rock climbing in its vicinity. Disturbance during the nesting…
Timberlane Campground Closure
A closure order is now in effect for the Timberlane Campground on the Libby Ranger District, while it undergoes much-needed improvements. The purpose of this order is for public safety during reconstruction and improvement operations in the campgroundAs you start making your summer plans and…
Libby Spring Road Closures
Spring road closures are now in effect on certain Libby Ranger District roads. All motorized vehicles over 10,000 GVW are prohibited from using or being operated on the designated roads. The purpose of this restriction is to prevent damage to road surface and base due to thawing action or excess…
Spar Lake Road #384 Road Closed to Motorized Vehicles
A closure order is now in effect for motorized vehicles on the Three Rivers Ranger District for Forest Service Road #384 (Spar Lake). The closure is to provide for public safety until crews make appropriate repairs to road damage caused by the December 2025 flood event. The road is closed starting…
Upper Young Creek Road #7202 Closure
A closure order is now in effect on the Rexford Ranger District for Forest Service Road #7202 (Upper Young Creek Road). The closure is to provide for public safety due to a washout making the road impassable. The road is currently closed at milepost 3.5 to 3.6, just north of its junction with NFS…
Flood Events & Safety Reminders
Over the past week, portions of the Kootenai National Forest have experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area. The rapid increase in rainfall on top of snow in the higher elevations has resulted in localized flooding and increased the risk of…
Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas
Portions of the Kootenai National Forest have recently experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area. The rapid increase in rainfall on top of snow in the higher elevations has resulted in localized flooding and increased the risk of landslides, debris…
About
McGregor Lake Campground is situated at 3,900 feet elevation on the west end of McGregor Lake in the Fisher River Area of the Kootenai National Forest. The lake spans 1,240 acres, making it the largest lake in the Kootenai National Forest. The campground is nestled among young pines, offering a scenic mountain setting about halfway between Libby and Kalispell in the heart of the Thompson Chain of Lakes. The campground features 27 sites including one camp host site, with most sites accommodating rigs up to 32 feet in length. All sites include picnic tables and fire rings. Amenities include vault toilets, garbage service, and potable drinking water available during the peak season. The individual campsites operate on a first-come, first-served basis and are not available for advance reservation, though a group site can be reserved through Recreation.gov. McGregor Lake is renowned for its prime mackinaw trout population and offers excellent opportunities for trophy-size catches. The campground provides direct lake access via an on-site boat ramp. Swimming and water skiing are popular summer activities. The 2.9-mile McGregor Lake Shoreline Trail offers scenic hiking opportunities, and huckleberry picking is available in the surrounding area during late summer. The Fisher River Area encompasses the Thompson Chain of Lakes, consisting of more than 20 lakes in the watershed formed by the four forks of the Fisher River and Wolf Creek.
Directions
From Libby, take US Route 2 east 53 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground. Alternate route: From Kalispell, take US Route 2 west for 32 miles to campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| 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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