Mcgregor Lake Campground

Kootenai National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Libby, MT, MT

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

McGregor Lake Campground is located approximately 53 miles southeast of Libby, Montana, on Highway 2 at the west end of McGregor Lake in the Kootenai National Forest. This area is about halfway between Libby and Kalispell in the heart of the Thompson Chain of Lakes, a premier fishing and hunting area.McGregor Lake is host to a prime mackinaw trout population and offers excellent opportunities for a trophy-size catch. There is a boat ramp on-site for access to the lake.

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

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

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

McGregor Lake Campground offers excellent mackinaw trout fishing and crystal-clear water in the Thompson Chain of Lakes, with direct lake access for boats and kayaks. Google reviewers consistently praise it as one of the cleanest water areas in the U.S. with outstanding fishing and hiking opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Gray Wolf, Elk, Moose, Common Loon present in area

Insider tips for Mcgregor Lake Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Some RV sites have direct paths to the lake despite no hookups Bring a boat or kayak; on-site boat ramp provides excellent access to trophy mackinaw trout fishing Located 53 miles southeast of Libby on Highway 2, halfway between Libby and Kalispell

Skip Mcgregor Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Mcgregor Lake Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only. Summer — Peak fishing season for mackinaw trout and optimal water conditions for boating and kayaking.

Nearby campgrounds: Meadow Peak Lookout (Mt) (Libby, MT), Bend Guard Station (PLAINS, MT), Fairview Ranger Station (Libby , MT), Star Meadows Guard Station (Kalispell, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mcgregor Lake Campground

Cell signal at Mcgregor Lake Campground (Libby, 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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Mcgregor Lake Campground

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Libby, MT, MT★ 4.3 (7 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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McGregor Lake Campground is located approximately 53 miles southeast of Libby, Montana, on Highway 2 at the west end of McGregor Lake in the Kootenai National Forest. This area is about halfway between Libby and Kalispell in the heart of the Thompson Chain of Lakes, a premier fishing and hunting area.McGregor Lake is host to a prime mackinaw trout population and offers excellent opportunities for a trophy-size catch. There is a boat ramp on-site for access to the lake.

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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 RV60 ft
Hookups1 electric sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
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—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Some RV sites have direct paths to the lake despite no hookups

Bring a boat or kayak; on-site boat ramp provides excellent access to trophy mackinaw trout fishing

Located 53 miles southeast of Libby on Highway 2, halfway between Libby and Kalispell

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Best: Summer

Peak fishing season for mackinaw trout and optimal water conditions for boating and kayaking

Things to do nearby

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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: Gray Wolf, Elk, Moose, Common Loon present in area

Location

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Getting there →

From Libby, MT, take US Route 2 east 53 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.2 miles to campground. An alternate route is to take US Route 2 west from Kalispell, MT, for 32 miles to campground entrance.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Mcgregor Lake Campground cost per night?+
Mcgregor Lake Campground costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Mcgregor Lake Campground open?+
Mcgregor Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mcgregor Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Mcgregor Lake Campground?+
Mcgregor Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mcgregor Lake Campground?+
Mcgregor 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 Mcgregor Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mcgregor Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mcgregor Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Mcgregor 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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●Data sources on this page
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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
api.inaturalist.org
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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$50 /night★ 4.3 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Star Meadows Guard Station

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