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Avalanche Campground, West Glacier, MT, 59936
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Avalanche Campground is located in one of the most popular sections of Glacier National Park west of the Continental Divide. The campground accommodates tent and RV campers, however only 50 sites will accommodate vehicle lengths up to 26 feet. Bring your hiking boots and binoculars. Two popular day hikes offer spectacular scenery and glimpses of birds and wildlife that inhabit the area. Advanced reservations are required for all sites. Check Recreation.gov for details.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Avalanche Campground's summer season typically runs from mid-July to mid-September.
Weather
Glacier's weather is highly variable and can be extreme. Warm days and cool nights are the norm in summer. Even when it's in the 80s and 90s in the daytime it can cool down into the 40s at night. Hikers setting out on a warm summer day, should still bring along rain gear and lots of extra clothing. Dressing in layers is key to a comfortable visit all year long.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Food Storage Lockers
Directions
Approximate driving distance via Going-to-the-Sun Road from West entrance: 15.7mi from St. Mary entrance: 34mi
Rates & Fees
Avalanche summer fee
Avalanche Campground is reservation only. Campsite capacity is limited to eight people and two vehicles, where space is available. A maximum of two tents per site is permitted.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Picnic tables and fire rings provided.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
1 campsite (A33)
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
50 sites can accommodate up to a 26 foot RV or truck and trailer combination.
RV Maximum Length
26
Trailer Maximum Length
26
ADA Information
Restrooms facilities are accessible. Accessible Trails: Trail of the Cedars starts at the Avalanche Picnic Area, it is a 0.7 mile (1.1 km) accessible trail through old growth cedars. Trail surface is wood boardwalk and a sustainable non-asphalt polymer pavement.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
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