Moose Lake Campground
Currently closed for the season. The campground typically opens in early July, depending on snow and road conditions. A food storage order is in effect requiring proper storage of all food and attractants.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 10 at 11:42AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches, with higher amounts above valley floors and in Glacier National Park. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Essex, Polebridge, Bad Rock Canyon, Glacier National Park, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, and Marias Pass. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
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
Moose Lake Campground is a small, primitive camping area located in the Glacier View Ranger District of Flathead National Forest, about 35 miles north of Columbia Falls, Montana. The campground offers just 3 designated sites alongside a vault toilet, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a quiet, uncrowded experience in northwestern Montana's backcountry. The campground is free to use and provides access to Moose Lake, where fishing is a popular activity. However, campers should come fully prepared as no drinking water is available on-site. A food storage order is in effect to protect both visitors and wildlife, so proper food storage is required. Access is via the North Fork Road (County Road #486), then Forest Roads 316 and 315. Due to snow and road conditions at elevation, the campground typically opens in early July and remains open through fall. A 16-day stay limit applies.
Directions
Approximately 35 miles north of Columbia Falls, MT on the North Fork Road (County Road #486), to Road 316 to Road #315.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| 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) 387-3800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Moose Lake Campground | |
| Flathead National Forest Home |
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