Seeley Lake Lolo Campground
Seeley Lake Campground is located on the western shore of Seeley Lake, a glacial-formed lake situated in a valley between the Swan and Mission mountain ranges. Seeley Lake is one of a half a dozen lakes within the valley known as the 'Chain of Lakes' through which the Clearwater River flows. Seeley Lake Campground is well known for its picturesque views of the Swan Range and for its towering Western larch trees. The campground receives heavy use and is a popular destination for swimming, boating, fishing, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 29 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 64 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
29 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLS1 | 1 | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS2 | 1 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS3 | 1 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS4 | 1 | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS5 | 1 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS6 | 1 | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS7 | 1 | Back-in | 34 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS8 | 1 | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS9 | 1 | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime | |
| SLS10 | 1 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 64 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | The nightly fee for individual RV/tent campsites is $20.00. Parking is allowed in the designated parking spur for each campsite only. Vehicles that do not fit must deposit an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 and must park in the day-use area. No parking along roadways. |
- 29 individual RV/Tent campsites are avaliable for reservation the Friday before Memorial Day to the Tuesday after Labor Day, when the campground gate closes for the season.
- The sites are equipped with a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and a paved parking stall. Accessible vault toilets, accessible flush toilets, drinking water and trash receptacles are available throughout the campground. Campground hosts are on site 24 hours a day.
- The 29 sites are just a short walk away from a spacious day-use area that includes two beaches, a roped-off swim area, a paved boat-launch, boat trailer parking and several picnic sites. Day-use facilities are open from 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m Mountain Time. No fees or reservations are required for day-use.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May 28 |
| Forest | Lolo National Forest |
| Booking | All sites at Seeley Lake Campground are reservable at www.recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $20 per night. $5 fee for each additional vehicle after two vehicles. |
| Rules | Food storage orders are in place. Please see our Bear Safety and Food Storage Information for important information about food storage to protect you and the bears from unwanted encounters. |
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Getting there
Note: The Boyscout Bridge in Seeley Lake, Montana is permanently closed. This campground must be accessed from the North entrance of Boyscout Road. The following directions account for this detour. From I-90 take exit 109 for MT-200 E and travel for 32.3 mi. Turn left onto MT-83 N and travel 14 mi to the town of Seeley Lake, MT.
| Nearest town | Seeley Lake, Montana |
| Coordinates | 47.1915° N, 113.5195° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx D6 Horseshoe West Unit 37
7 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx D6 Horseshoe West Unit 20
8 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx D6 Horseshoe West Unit 23
9 mi from the campground
- PrescribedGlade Creek Piles Rx
36 mi from the campground · 1 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bretz RV & Marine ↗ | 31 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Lewis & Clark Trail Adventures ↗ | 31.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
- The town of Seeley Lake, MT on the southeastern tip of the lake offers a variety of recreation services such as boat, canoe, and kayak rentals as well as guide services and resorts. Services like gas, groceries, restaurants, and lodging can also be found in town. Access to a variety of forests, sweeping views, mountain lakes, and rugged peaks can be discovered just a short drive up any of the near
- Just a day trip away from Seeley Lake, Glacier National Park is known for a variety of opportunities to explore alpine landscapes, active glaciers, and view unique wildlife. Contact the park for current conditions.
- Missoula, one of Western Montana’s outdoor recreation hubs is about an hour from Seeley Lake, MT. Missoula is a full-service city with 2 hospitals, an international airport, and access to services, hotels, and outdoor activities.
- 12.9 miRiver Point Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miBoyscout Trail A1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miHotel Point Cutoff1.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.3 miBoyscout Trail B1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miSeth Diamond Boyscout0.05 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miRiver Point ATV0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike and 3 more
- 0.4 miRiver Point Community0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Lolo National Forest.
- inLolo National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,625,457 acres
- 14.8 miBob Marshall Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 1,062,694 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
On the National Register nearby
- Camp Paxson Boy Scout Camp (24Mo77)Building · Lolo National Forest · 0.3 mi
- Double Arrow LookoutBuilding · Seeley Lake · 1.9 mi
- Double Arrow LodgeBuilding · Seeley Lake · 4 mi
Natural features
- The campsites offer the chance to spend time with old growth Western larch trees, a coniferous-decidious tree with distinct needles that turn bright gold in Autumn. Many of these trees are over 500 years old and several feet in diameter. Just a short distance away is the Girard Grove, home of a Western larch tree over 1000 years old and more than seven feet in diameter, known as “Gus”.
- The area contains a wide variety of wildlife and is home to white-tailed deer, elk, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, moose, grizzly and black bears (learn about bear safety ). Both the bald and golden eagle reside in the forest, along with trumpeter swan, herons and dozens of varieties of ducks.
Recreation
- The campground is popular for swimming, boating, paddling and picnicking. Anglers cast for a variety of freshwater fish including Kokanee salmon, bass, whitefish, pike, trout and perch, among other species. Water skiing is a popular activity on the lake.
- The Clearwater Canoe Trailhead just North of Seeley Lake offers excellent flat water for viewing wildlife such as blue herons and river otters. The water trail is popular with canoeists and kayakers as it stretches 3.5 miles, or a couple of hours, down the river.
- The Morrell Falls National Recreation Trail on the East side of the valley offers an incredible day hike exploring recent burns, dense forests, and a large waterfall.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
Sites at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. All sites at Seeley Lake Campground are reservable at www.recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
The nightly fee for individual RV/tent campsites is $20.00. Parking is allowed in the designated parking spur for each campsite only. Vehicles that do not fit must deposit an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 and must park in the day-use area.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Seeley Lake Lolo Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 28.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Seeley Lake Lolo Campground have?
30 sites, including 29 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
The longest site here provides 64 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 Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
The sites are equipped with a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and a paved parking stall. Accessible vault toilets, accessible flush toilets, drinking water and trash receptacles are available throughout the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Food storage orders are in place.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
The campground is popular for swimming, boating, paddling and picnicking. Anglers cast for a variety of freshwater fish including Kokanee salmon, bass, whitefish, pike, trout and perch, among other species. Water skiing is a popular activity on the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the r
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Seeley Lake Lolo Campground?
Seeley Lake, Montana. The town of Seeley Lake, MT on the southeastern tip of the lake offers a variety of recreation services such as boat, canoe, and kayak rentals as well as guide services and resorts. Services like gas, groceries, restaurants, and lodging can also be found in town. Access to a va
Source: Getting there