Lolo National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
SEELEY LAKE, MT, MT★ 4 (5 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Lakeside Campground is located at the south end of Lake Alva, in Montana’s Lolo National Forest. The campground offers a chance to camp and enjoy recreational activities such as swimming, fishing and boating. The lake is home to a loon population and has protected nesting areas.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV58 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Seeking complete peace and quiet — some campsites are close to the road with traffic noise✕ You need RV hookups — none available at most sites✕ You prefer spontaneous camping — first-come, first-served availability is limited
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground that has become harder to reserve
Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups
All boats must operate at no-wake speed year-round to protect loon nesting areas
Best: Year-round
Campground operates year-round according to verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Common loons nest in protected areas on Lake Alva with calls often heard in the campground. American beaver, American mink, and Steller's jays are documented in the area.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
406-677-2233· Lolo National Forest
Getting there →
From the junction of Montana Highways 200 and 83 (locally referred to as Clearwater Junction), travel north on Highway 83 for approximately 15 miles to the town of Seeley Lake. Continue north on Highway 83 for 9.9 miles. The campground the entrance is on the west side of the highway.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lolo National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Lolo National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) cost per night?+
Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) costs $10–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) open?+
Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt)?+
Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) can accommodate RVs up to 58 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt)?+
Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) 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 Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) open, and what are check-in times?+
Lakeside Lolo Campground (Mt) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●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
airquality.googleapis.com
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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$10 /night★ 4 (5)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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