Holland Lake Campground

Flathead National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: BIGFORK, MT, MT

Price: From $22 per night

Price range: $22–$44 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (173 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Holland Lake Campground and Group Site are located on the shores of Holland Lake in the Swan Valley of northwest Montana. Holland Lake Campground is a great place to enjoy the Flathead National Forest. It offers clean campsites with great lake access and ample opportunities for hiking on the scenic Holland Falls National Recreation Trail.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Holland Lake Campground offers clean campsites with great lake access on the shores of Holland Lake in the Flathead National Forest, with ample hiking opportunities on the Holland Falls National Recreation Trail. Campers praise it as a beautiful setting with friendly camp hosts and excellent birding opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly Bear, Mountain Lion, Bobcat, Wapiti present in area. Birds include Bald Eagle, Great Blue Heron, Belted Kingfisher, Cedar Waxwing.

Insider tips for Holland Lake Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Camp hosts are accommodating and can help find available sites Hiker/biker sites available for non-motorized travelers

Skip Holland Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You want to stay longer than 16 consecutive days. You prefer quieter lake experiences—motorboats and jet skis operate on the lake.

Best time to visit Holland Lake Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Owl Creek Corral (Bigfork, MT), Owl Creek Cabin (BIGFORK, MT), Lake Alva Campground (Seeley Lake, MT), Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) (SEELEY LAKE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Holland Lake Campground

Cell signal at Holland Lake Campground (BIGFORK, 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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BIGFORK, MT, MT★ 4.4 (173 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Holland Lake Campground and Group Site are located on the shores of Holland Lake in the Swan Valley of northwest Montana. Holland Lake Campground is a great place to enjoy the Flathead National Forest. It offers clean campsites with great lake access and ample opportunities for hiking on the scenic Holland Falls National Recreation Trail.

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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 RV74 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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—most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You want to stay longer than 16 consecutive days✕ You prefer quieter lake experiences—motorboats and jet skis operate on the lake

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Camp hosts are accommodating and can help find available sites

Hiker/biker sites available for non-motorized travelers

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

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 Bear, Mountain Lion, Bobcat, Wapiti present in area. Birds include Bald Eagle, Great Blue Heron, Belted Kingfisher, Cedar Waxwing.

Location

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The Holland Lake Campground and Group Site is located 7 miles south of Condon, Montana, and 20 miles north of Seeley Lake, Montana, off state Highway 83. From Highway 83, turn east on Holland Lake Rd. and travel 3.5 miles to the intersection with Owl Creek Loop Road. Follow Holland Lake Road to the left and the entrances to the group site and campground are a short distance down the road.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Flathead National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Flathead National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Holland Lake Campground cost per night?+
Holland Lake Campground costs $22–$44 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Holland Lake Campground open?+
Holland Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Holland Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Holland Lake Campground?+
Holland Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 74 feet.
How do I make reservations at Holland Lake Campground?+
Holland Lake 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 Holland Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Holland Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Holland Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Holland Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$22 /night★ 4.4 (173)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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