Apgar Campground
Apgar campground is the largest campground in the park. It is situated in trees and provides tent and RV campers with shade and some privacy. Evening sunsets on Lake McDonald are only a short stroll, and you won't want to miss evening programs with a ranger at the Apgar Amphitheater. Many trails are located within a short drive of the campground. Five Group Sites are reservable in advance. All sites require a reservation. Most sites have a 6-month booking window with a good handful having a 4-day booking window. At the Hiker/Bicyclist sites, simply scan the QR code posted onsite to follow prompts and complete payment. Additional instructions are provided onsite in Apgar Campground.
The group site has its own page: Apgar Group Sites.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 184 |
| Host/management | 27 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 10 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
184 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A03 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | None | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| A04 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A05 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A06 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A07 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A08 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A09 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A11 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A12 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A13 | A | Pull-through | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 42 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Dark sky | Inside Glacier National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
| Accessibility | Sites C122, C152, D164, D183 are listed accessible |
The campground is large with 194 campsites. The sites are relatively spread apart and provide privacy for both RV and tent campers. Potable water is accessible in the campground, and restroom facilities have flush toilets and sinks with running water.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Apgar Campground has multiple entry points on the east and west side of the park. West Side Entrance. West Entrance – From Columbia Falls, take Highway 2 east to the town of West Glacier (approximately 33 miles (53 km) from Kalispell). West Entrance – From Browning, take Highway 2 west to the town of West Glacier. East Side Entrance. St.
| Nearest town | West Glacier, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.5250° N, 113.9836° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Hiker/Bicyclist sites A10, C144, and C146 are available through the Recreation.gov Scan and Pay system.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Glacier Outdoor Center ↗ | 2.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bish's RV ↗ | 29 mi |
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A Campsite Review ~ Glacier National Park's Apgar Campground 🏕
Worth a stop
One must-see attraction is Waterton Lakes National Park, Glacier's sister park across the Canadian-U.S. border. As the other half of Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, Waterton Lakes offers great hiking, scenic boat cruises and several scenic drives all centered around the townsite of Waterton. Waterton Lakes National Park
- 10.8 mi
- 11 mi
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Flathead National Forest.
- inFlathead National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,651,693 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Apgar is heavily forested with partial shade. Some sites have views of Lake McDonald. The park is named for its prominent glacier-carved terrain and remnant glaciers descended from the ice ages almost 10,000 years ago. Its diverse habitats are home to nearly 70 species of mammals including the grizzly bear, wolverine, gray wolf and lynx. Over 270 species of birds visit or reside in the park, including such varied species as harlequin ducks, dippers and golden eagles.
Recreation
This facility is conveniently located in the western part of the park. Explorers of all ages can attend nightly ranger programs at an amphitheater within the facility.
Guidebooks for Glacier National Park
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Apgar Campground?
Sites at Apgar Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Apgar Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Apgar Campground have?
211 sites, including 184 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Apgar Campground?
The longest site here provides 42 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Apgar Campground?
Potable water is accessible in the campground, and restroom facilities have flush toilets and sinks with running water.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Apgar Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Apgar Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Apgar Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Apgar Campground?
Sites C122, C152, D164, and D183 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Apgar Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. Apgar Campground sits inside Glacier National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
Is there cell service at Apgar Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Apgar Campground?
This facility is conveniently located in the western part of the park. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Apgar Campground?
West Glacier, Montana. One must-see attraction is Waterton Lakes National Park, Glacier's sister park across the Canadian-U.S.
Source: Getting there