Lid Creek Campground
Lid Creek Campground lies on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border. Spectacular views and ample opportunities for recreation surround the campground, keeping visitors coming back to the area again and again. Here, we have 22 rentable sites with 13 of them being reservable and 9 for our walk-up visitors. The stay limit is 16 consecutive nights.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 23 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 49 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
23 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 21 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 002 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 003 | Back-in | 21 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Back-in | 49 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Back-in | 41 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 49 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | To Make Reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777. Although you are allowed two vehicles per site the first vehicle is included in the site fee; the second vehicle is charged $5.00 upon arrival at the campground. |
The campground offers 22 campsites, several of which are first-come, fist-served sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | Flathead National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777 or on-line at Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Table of Campground Fees Single Site Double Site Extra Vehicle $16 $32 $5 |
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Getting there
Lid Creek Campground is located 15 miles south of Hungry Horse, Montana, on the West Side Reservoir Road 895. To find the West Side Reservoir Road, turn off of Highway 2 just past milepost 144. Take the paved West Side Reservoir Road across the Hungry Horse Dam and continue for another 11 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Hungry Horse, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.2839° N, 113.9083° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water is not available at the campground.
Charges and cancellations
Refunds can then be considered, by the concessionaire, of Camping fees only. You will automatically forfeit the first nights fee. Any cancellations within 4 days of your arrival must be turned to Cheryl also, to get the information to the campground Host. Otherwise your site will be held for you and there will be no chance for a refund. All Considerations can only be made after your original reservation dates have passed. *No shows have no chance of a refund.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Montana Adventure Stop ↗ | 12.3 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bish's RV ↗ | 19.6 mi |
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EP 4 Montana's Flathead National Forest // Lid Creek Campground
Worth a stop
Lid Creek Campground is just 23 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance into Glacier National Park.
- 8.1 mi
- 8.4 mi
Trails nearby
- 1 miWildcat Mtn ↗5.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowmobile
- 2.7 miWounded Buck3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miJimmie Ridge ↗8.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.5 miFlossy Creek ↗5.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, snowmobile
- 3.8 miOverlook Spur0.06 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 3.9 miOverlook0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
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 Flathead National Forest.
- inFlathead National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,651,693 acres
- 10.4 miGreat Bear Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 286,659 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
The campground is located along the Hungry Horse Reservoir within the Flathead National Forest in northwestern Montana. It is nestled in a mixed forest of conifers at an elevation of 3,600 feet. The area is popular for its plentiful huckleberry bushes. Home to lynx, grizzly bear, and bull trout and with numerous lakes, streams, and rivers to enjoy, the forest is a premiere destination for visitors.
Recreation
Visitors to the area enjoy a variety of biking and hiking trails that begin near the campground and wind around the reservoir. Boating, swimming and fishing are excellent pastimes on the 27,750-acre Hungry Horse Reservoir. Anglers can expect a catch of cutthroat trout and other varieties.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lid Creek Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Lid Creek Campground?
To Make Reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777. Although you are allowed two vehicles per site the first vehicle is included in the site fee; the second vehicle is charged $5.00 upon arrival at the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lid Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Lid Creek Campground have?
23 sites, including 23 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lid Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 49 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 pets allowed at Lid Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lid Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lid Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Lid Creek Campground?
FCC coverage maps show 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 Lid Creek Campground?
Visitors to the area enjoy a variety of biking and hiking trails that begin near the campground and wind around the reservoir. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Lid Creek Campground?
Hungry Horse, Montana. Lid Creek Campground is just 23 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance into Glacier National Park.
Source: Getting there
What if Lid Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lost Johnny Point Campground (3.1 mi, partly first-come), Lost Johnny Campground (3.2 mi), and Doris Creek Campground (3.6 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby