Emery Bay Campground
Emery Bay Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, less than 30 miles from the Continental Divide, surrounded by towering mountain peaks. Visitors can expect a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, exploring and big game hunting. This Campground has 26 sites, 16 of which are reservable and 10 are walk-up sites. The stay limit is 16 consecutive days.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 26 |
| Group sites | 2 |
Site guide
28 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emery Bay Grp 2 | Bay Loop 2B | Group | Pull-through | 179 | Gravel | Partial | 75 / 15 | ||||
| 1 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 2 | Standard | Back-in | 39 | Gravel | Partial | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 3 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 4 | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 5 | Standard | Back-in | 31 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Preferred | |
| 6 | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |
| 7 | Standard | Pull-through | 68 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 8 | Standard | Pull-through | 62 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 9 | Standard | Back-in | 49 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | 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 | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | To make reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777. Individual Site Reservations: $22.00 per camper unit per night. Group Site Reservation (G1): 1 - 51 people - $175/night 51 - 75 people - $300/night Two motorized vehicles may be parked per site. |
The campground offers 26 campsites, including some first come, first serve, available for tent and RV camping. Two group campsites are also available and can accommodate up to 75 guests on each separate loop. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are provided. Also drinking water is provided after June 15th. An on-site host is available to answer any questions about the campground and surrounding areas.
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 online at Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Table of Campground Fees Single Site Double Site Extra Vehicle Day Use $18 $36 $5 $5 |
| Rules | 16 day stay limit. Food Storage required for human and stock food, garbage, and other attractants. Max trailer length is 32 feet. |
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Getting there
From Martin City, Montana, turn off Highway 2 and continue on the main road through the town heading south. This road becomes East Side Reservoir Road. Continue for about 6 miles into the campground.
| Nearest town | Martin City, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.3325° N, 113.9494° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Water is not a fill station so please come with your RV water full.
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 ↗ | 9.3 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 15 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bish's RV ↗ | 19.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
Emery Bay Campground is just 15 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance into Glacier National Park.
- 4.4 mi
- 4.8 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miOverlook Spur0.06 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 0.2 miOverlook0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 1.8 miJimmie Ridge ↗8.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.1 miWalking W/Larch Upper Loop0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.2 miWalking W/Larch Lower Loop0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.5 miEmery Hill Sm ↗4.9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
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
- 13.6 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.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground is situated along the massive Hungry Horse Reservoir, which was dammed to provide hydroelectric power and flood control to the area. It is the 10th highest dam in the United States and provides a stunning backdrop.
Recreation
Boating is popular on the 27,750-acre reservoir, and a native boat ramp for smaller watercraft is available. Swimming and fishing are also popular pastimes, and anglers can expect a catch of cutthroat trout and other varieties.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Emery Bay 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 Emery Bay Campground?
To make reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777. Individual Site Reservations: $22.00 per camper unit per night. Group Site Reservation (G1): 1 - 51 people - $175/night 51 - 75 people - $300/night Two motorized vehicles may be parked per site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Emery Bay Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Emery Bay Campground have?
28 sites, including 26 standard sites without power and 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Emery Bay Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Emery Bay Campground have hookups?
Yes, water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Emery Bay Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Emery Bay Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Emery Bay Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. 16 day stay limit.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Emery Bay Campground?
Boating is popular on the 27,750-acre reservoir, and a native boat ramp for smaller watercraft is available. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Emery Bay Campground?
Martin City, Montana. Emery Bay Campground is just 15 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance into Glacier National Park.
Source: Getting there
What if Emery Bay Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lost Johnny Point Campground (1.7 mi, partly first-come), Lost Johnny Campground (2 mi), and Doris Creek Campground (2.4 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby