Quartz Flat Campground

About

Quartz Flat Campground is situated in Montana's Lolo National Forest, just off Interstate 90 at the Quartz Flats Rest Area. The paved campground features three loops with 78 total sites nestled above the Clark Fork River among pine trees. Amenities include potable water, dump stations, both vault and flush toilets, trash service, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. A self-guided interpretive nature trail provides an opportunity to explore the area. The campground is popular with rafters and kayakers due to its proximity to launch sites along the Clark Fork River, including the Alberton Gorge about 11 miles east. Loop A offers six pull-through sites for vehicles over 35 feet, though access requires passing through a tunnel under I-90 with a 14-foot height restriction. Even-numbered sites in Loops A and G, plus sites 1-12 in Loop C, are reservable through Recreation.gov; remaining sites operate first-come, first-served. Nearby attractions include Missoula (50 miles east), Superior (10 miles west), and the Route of the Hiawatha Trail (53 miles west). Campers should note that highway and train noise is common throughout the campground.

Directions

Located at the Quartz Flat Rest Area on Interstate 90, 50 minutes west of Missoula and 15 minutes east of Superior, Montana. Exit at the State Rest Stop (MP 58) and drive through the rest area, then turn right into the campground entrance. Note: the access tunnel under I-90 has a 14-foot maximum height restriction.