Doris Creek Campground
Doris Creek Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in 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. Here, we have 9 sites, 5 for reservations and 4 that are walk-up. 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 | 9 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
9 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 003 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 004 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 005 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 006 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 007 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 008 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 009 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Back-in | 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 |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | To make reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777. You are allowed 2 motorized vehicles per site. The first vehicle is included in the site fee. An extra vehicle charge of $5.00/vehicle per night will be collected at the campground. |
The campground offers 9 overnight sites for tent and RV camping. Each is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. There is no water at this campground. Please bring your own drinking water. An accessible vault toilet is provided. Campground roads and parking spurs are gravel. Campground host is available to answer any questions about the campground and surrounding area.
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 $16 $32 $5 |
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Getting there
Turn off U.S. Highway 2 at milepost 144 and follow the West Side Hungry Horse Reservoir (Forest Road #895) across the Hungry Horse Dam. The campground is 3 miles south of the Dam. The road is paved to the campground.
| Nearest town | Hungry Horse, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.3053° N, 113.9806° W · Directions ↗ |
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 ↗ | 8.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bish's RV ↗ | 17.5 mi |
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Best campsite at Doris Creek Campground near Hungry Horse MT and Glacier National Park
Worth a stop
Doris Creek Campground is approximately 14 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance to Glacier National Park.
- 4.9 mi
- 5.2 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.8 miJimmie Ridge ↗8.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.2 miOverlook Spur0.06 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 2.2 miOverlook0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 3.2 miWounded Buck3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.4 miDoris Ridge2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.7 miDoris Creek3.5 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
- 14 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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Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
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. Home to lynx, grizzly bear and bull trout, the forest is a premiere destination for visitors.
Recreation
Boating is popular on the 27,750-acre reservoir, and a concrete boat ramp is accessible at Doris Point Boat Launch above the campground which also provides ample parking. Swimming and fishing are also popular pastimes, and anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish, including cutthroat trout.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Doris 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 Doris Creek Campground?
To make reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777. You are allowed 2 motorized vehicles per site. The first vehicle is included in the site fee.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Doris Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Doris Creek Campground have?
10 sites, including 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Doris Creek Campground?
Doris Creek Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Doris Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Doris Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Doris Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Doris Creek Campground?
Boating is popular on the 27,750-acre reservoir, and a concrete boat ramp is accessible at Doris Point Boat Launch above the campground which also provides ample parking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Doris Creek Campground?
Hungry Horse, Montana. Doris Creek Campground is approximately 14 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance to Glacier National Park.
Source: Getting there
What if Doris Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lost Johnny Campground (0.5 mi), Lost Johnny Point Campground (0.9 mi, partly first-come), and Emery Bay Campground (2.4 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby