Sprague Creek Campground
Sprague Creek is a small campground located on the northeast shore of Lake McDonald, just off Going-to-the-Sun Road. The maximum size limit allowed for all vehicles as well as combinations of vehicles and towed units in Sprague Creek Campground is 21 feet in length (including bumpers) and/or 8 feet in width (including mirrors). The campground is located within trees, providing shade during warm summers. Some sites near the shore have unobstructed views of Lake McDonald. All sites require a reservation. Most sites have a 6-month booking window with a good handful having a 4-day booking window.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 22 |
| Host/management | 14 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 21 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
22 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 02 | 17 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 04 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 05 | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 06 | 15 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 07 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 08 | 18 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 09 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 10 | 17 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 11 | 18 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | 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 | 21 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 Admin Site 1, Admin Site 2, Cutbank CG Scan and Pay, 01 are listed accessible |
The campground is small with 21 reservable campsites in close proximity. The sites are best suited for small-footprint tent campers; although small RVs under 21 feet are allowed. No towed units of any size or generators are allowed. 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.
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Getting there
Sprague Creek Campground has multiple entry points on the east and west side of the park. West Side. 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. St.
| Nearest town | West Glacier, Montana |
| Coordinates | 48.6061° N, 113.8847° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 6.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Glacier Outdoor Center ↗ | 9.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bish's RV ↗ | 36.1 mi |
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Sprague Creek Campground - Glacier National Park, Montana
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, Canada's Waterton Lakes National Park offers great hiking, scenic boat cruises and several scenic drives all centered around the townsite of Waterton.
- 9.8 miLogan Pass Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Public land it sits in
Flathead National Forest begins about 3.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.8 miFlathead 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.
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Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
Sprague Creek 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
Amenities such as a camp store, resturant, gift shop, tour buses, boat tours, and horse rides can be found at the historic Lake McDonald Lodge, about a mile away from the campground. Evening programs with a ranger are also located at Lake McDonald Lodge. Use Glacier's free shuttle service at this campground to access other shuttle stops on the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Guidebooks for Glacier National Park
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- Moon Montana and Wyoming: with Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Glacier National ParksCarter G. Walker, 2022Find at Bookshop.org
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sprague Creek Campground?
Sites at Sprague Creek 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 Sprague Creek Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Sprague Creek Campground have?
36 sites, including 22 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Sprague Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 21 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 Sprague Creek 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 Sprague Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sprague Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Sprague Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Sprague Creek Campground?
Sites Admin Site 1, Admin Site 2, Cutbank CG Scan and Pay, and 01 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 Sprague Creek Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. Sprague Creek Campground sits inside Glacier National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
What is there to do at Sprague Creek Campground?
Amenities such as a camp store, resturant, gift shop, tour buses, boat tours, and horse rides can be found at the historic Lake McDonald Lodge, about a mile away from the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Sprague Creek 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
What if Sprague Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Avalanche Campground (5.7 mi), Fish Creek Campground (6.1 mi), and Apgar Campground (7.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby