Avalanche Campground

Glacier National Park — hiking

Location: West Glacier, MT, MT

Price: From $30 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (168 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/avalanche-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Avalanche Campground sits in one of Glacier National Park's most popular sections west of the Continental Divide, offering access to hiking and wildlife viewing. At $30/night with amenities like flush toilets and drinking water, it's an affordable base for exploring this premier area.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly bears are documented in the area via iNaturalist research-grade observations. Mountain goats, moose, and ground squirrels also present. Camp accordingly with bear canisters and proper food storage.

Insider tips for Avalanche Campground: Only 50 of 87 sites accommodate RVs up to 26 feet—verify RV length compatibility when booking Book during the 6-month window for most sites, but some sites open only 4 days ahead—check your specific site's booking window No hookups available; ensure your RV is self-contained or plan accordingly

Skip Avalanche Campground if: You need RV hookups—none are available at this campground. You can't book far in advance—this federal campground requires reservations and fills quickly during peak season.

Best time to visit Avalanche Campground: May through October — Campground operates seasonally only during these months per official schedule.

Nearby campgrounds: Sprague Creek Campground (West Glacier, MT), Many Glacier Campground (Glacier National Park, MT (Many Glacier Valley)), Fish Creek Campground (West Glacier, MT), Apgar Group Sites (West Glacier, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Avalanche Campground

Cell signal at Avalanche Campground (West Glacier, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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West Glacier, MT, MT★ 4.4 (168 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV34 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—none are available at this campground✕ You can't book far in advance—this federal campground requires reservations and fills quickly during peak season

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Only 50 of 87 sites accommodate RVs up to 26 feet

verify RV length compatibility when booking

Book during the 6-month window for most sites, but some sites open only 4 days ahead

check your specific site's booking window

No hookups available; ensure your RV is self-contained or plan accordingly

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally only during these months per official schedule

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Grizzly bears are documented in the area via iNaturalist research-grade observations. Mountain goats, moose, and ground squirrels also present. Camp accordingly with bear canisters and proper food storage.

Location

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Getting there →

Avalanche Campground has multiple entry points on the east and west side of the park. West Side Entrance 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 Entrance 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

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Glacier National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Glacier National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Avalanche Campground cost per night?+
Avalanche Campground costs $30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Avalanche Campground open?+
Avalanche Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Avalanche Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Avalanche Campground?+
Avalanche Campground can accommodate RVs up to 34 feet.
How do I make reservations at Avalanche Campground?+
Avalanche Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Avalanche Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Avalanche Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Avalanche Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Avalanche Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$30 /night★ 4.4 (168)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Fish Creek Campground

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Apgar Group Sites

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