How much does Apgar Campground cost per night?

Apgar Campground costs $25–$35 per night depending on site type and season.

What season is Apgar Campground open?

Apgar Campground is open Year-round (limited facilities Nov–Apr).

What types of sites are available at Apgar Campground?

Apgar Campground offers RV, Tent, Group sites.

What is the maximum RV length at Apgar Campground?

Apgar Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.

Lake McDonald kaleidoscopic colored pebbles and turquoise water Glacier National Park Montana

Lake McDonald's famous colored pebble shore — steps from camp

Apgar Campground

Gateway to Glacier — Lake McDonald, Going-to-the-Sun Road, and grizzly country

West Glacier, MT4.3 (1847)3,241 ft

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Glacier National Park’s largest and most accessible campground, Apgar sits on the southwest shore of Lake McDonald — the park’s largest and most photographically iconic lake with kaleidoscopic pebbles along its shore. The west entrance to Going-to-the-Sun Road is 1 mile away. The historic Apgar Village has a visitor center, general store, pizza shop, boat rentals, and ranger programs all within walking distance. Open year-round (limited winter facilities). Grizzlies and black bears are both present.

Best For

Glacier enthusiastsHikersPhotographersWildlife watchers

Site Types

RVTentGroup

Amenities

Flush Toilets

Drinking Water

Fire Rings

Bear Boxes

Picnic Tables

Dump Station

Ranger Programs

Boat Rentals Nearby

General Store Nearby

Pizza Shop

Visitor Center

Pet Friendly

Check-in

12:00 PM

Check-out

11:00 AM

Season

Year-round (limited facilities Nov–Apr)

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Going-to-the-Sun Road requires separate vehicle permit reservation in peak season. No hookups. Mosquitoes can be intense June–July. Some sites are close together near the main loop.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov standard: $10 fee for cancellations made in advance.