Lost Johnny Campground

Flathead National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Hungry Horse, MT, MT

Price: From $18 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lost Johnny Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border. Spectacular views and ample opportunities for recreation surround the campground. Lost Johnny Campground has five sites, all of which are reservable.

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

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

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

Lost Johnny Campground offers spectacular views of Hungry Horse Reservoir in the Rocky Mountains with excellent recreation opportunities including fishing for cutthroat trout, swimming, and boating. Google reviewers consistently praise the beautiful setting, large private campsites with trees, and well-maintained facilities.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Osprey, Canada Jays, Pine Grosbeaks, and Mule Deer are documented in the area

Insider tips for Lost Johnny Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 5 sites, all reservable Maximum stay is 16 consecutive days Located 6.5 miles south of Hungry Horse Dam; access via Forest Road #895 at US Highway 2 milepost 144 All sites accommodate tent and RV camping but have no hookups — suitable for self-contained RVs only Camp host on-site

Skip Lost Johnny Campground if: You need full RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You need year-round access — seasonal operations only May through October.

Best time to visit Lost Johnny Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lost Johnny Point Campground (Hungry Horse, MT), Doris Creek Campground (Hungry Horse, MT), Emery Bay Campground (MARTIN CITY, MT), Lid Creek Campground (HUNGRY HORSE, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lost Johnny Campground

Cell signal at Lost Johnny Campground (Hungry Horse, 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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Hungry Horse, MT, MT★ 4.6 (7 reviews)From $18/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lost Johnny Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border. Spectacular views and ample opportunities for recreation surround the campground. Lost Johnny Campground has five sites, all of which are reservable.

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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
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites5 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric HookupsBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host

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 full RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You need year-round access — seasonal operations only May through October

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 5 sites, all reservable

Maximum stay is 16 consecutive days

Located 6.5 miles south of Hungry Horse Dam; access via Forest Road #895 at US Highway 2 milepost 144

All sites accommodate tent and RV camping but have no hookups

suitable for self-contained RVs only

Camp host on-site

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

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: Bald Eagles, Osprey, Canada Jays, Pine Grosbeaks, and Mule Deer are documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

Turn off U.S. Highway 2 at milepost 144 and follow the West Side Hungry Horse Reservoir (Forest Road #895) across the Hungry Horse Dam. The campground is 6.5 miles south of the Dam. The road is paved to the site.

Campground entrance

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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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Lost Johnny Campground cost per night?+
Lost Johnny Campground costs $18 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lost Johnny Campground open?+
Lost Johnny Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lost Johnny Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lost Johnny Campground?+
Lost Johnny Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Lost Johnny Campground?+
Lost Johnny 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 Lost Johnny Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lost Johnny Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lost Johnny Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Lost Johnny 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
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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
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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$18 /night★ 4.6 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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