Overview

Avalanche campground is located in one of the most popular sections of Glacier National Park west of the Continental Divide. The campground accommodates tent and RV campers. However, only 50 sites will accommodate vehicle lengths up to 26 feet.

All sites require a reservation. Most sites have a 6-month booking window with a good handful having a 4-day booking window.

Facilities

The sites are relatively spread apart and provide privacy for both RV and tent campers. Potable water is available seasonally in the campground, and restroom facilities have flush toilets and sinks with running water.

Recreation

Avalanche is in one of the most popular sections of Glacier National Park west of the Continental Divide. Two popular day hikes offer spectacular scenery and glimpses of birds and wildlife that inhabit the area. 

Important Notices

• Food storage regulations are strictly enforced. Grizzly and black bears frequent the area. When not in immediate use, all food, beverages, coolers, cooking utensils, pet food, or other attractants must be kept in a closed, hard-sided vehicle or secured in bear proof storage lockers near campground restrooms.

• Vehicle length limits. Vehicle and vehicle combinations longer than 21 feet (6.5 m) or wider than 8 feet (2.4 m) including mirrors are prohibited between the Sun Point parking area and Avalanche Campground.

• Maximum Stay. Campground length of stay is limited to 14 days.

• Quiet Hours. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am. Noise must be kept to a low level that does not disturb other campers. Generator use in campgrounds is permitted only during the following times: 8 am to 10 a.m., noon to 2 p.m., or 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• Fire Rings Only. Campsites contain fire rings but do not have fire grates for grilling/ food preparation.

• Hammocks. Hammocks must be hung over non vegetated areas using one inch straps or wider. Vegetation may not be trampled to access hammocks.

• Maximum Number of Tents. Campsites allow a maximum of 2 tents per site.

• No Firewood Collection. Firewood collection is prohibited within Avalanche Campground.

• Renting an RV or trailer? Per 36 CFR 5.3, commercial business may not take place inside Glacier National Park. This includes RVs and trailers being delivered within Glacier's boundaries. Renters of these must drive them in themselves.

Notifications and Alerts

• The 2026 peak season (summer) dates for this campground will be shared later this winter. We will provide further updates once those dates are ready to be shared.

Available Activities

• Camping - Camping
• Day Use Area - Day Use Area
• Hiking - Hiking
• Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing

Directions

<p>Avalanche Campground has multiple entry points on the east and west side of the park.  </p> <p><strong>West Side Entrance</strong></p> <ul> <li>West Entrance – From Columbia Falls, take Highway 2 east to the town of West Glacier (approximately 33 miles (53 km) from Kalispell).  </li> <li>West Entrance – From Browning, take Highway 2 west to the town of West Glacier.   </li> </ul> <p><strong>East Side Entrance</strong></p> <ul> <li>St. Mary Entrance – From Columbia Falls, take Highway 2 east to the town of Browning (approx. 83 miles/134 km). At the traffic circle, exit onto Hwy 89 north and continue for another 30 miles (48 km). Follow the signage to the St. Mary Visitor Center / Going-to-the-Sun Road.   </li> <li>St. Mary Entrance – From Browning, take Highway 89 north to Going-to-the-Sun Road.  </li> </ul>

Contact Information

Phone: 406-888-7800

Rental Options

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