What are the hours and season for Two Medicine Campground?

Two Medicine Campground is open Late May – mid-September. Check-in: 12:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM.

What are the fire rules at Two Medicine Campground?

Fire rules at Two Medicine Campground: Campfires in provided fire grates only. Check nps.gov/glac.

What is the best time to visit Two Medicine Campground?

Jul–Aug: Boat tours running, all trails open. Easier to book than Many Glacier. Sep: Bears active, crowds minimal, fall colors in the larches.

What are the best things to do near Two Medicine Campground?

Near Two Medicine Campground: Running Eagle Falls (0.6 mi from camp) — the unique waterfall that flows through a hole in the rock in late summer. Boat tour across Two Medicine Lake — $20, excellent shortcut to backcountry trailheads. Dawson-Pitamakan Pass loop (18 mi) — one of the best two-day hikes in the park.

Is there wildlife at Two Medicine Campground?

Wildlife alert for Two Medicine Campground: Grizzly and black bears both present. Bear spray required on all trails. Food storage in bear boxes mandatory. Moose graze along the lakeshore — maintain 100-yard distance.

What are the common problems at Two Medicine Campground?

At Two Medicine Campground: Road is paved but narrow and winding. Solution: Accessible for most RVs up to 28ft. Check with the park for current restrictions.

What are the insider tips for Two Medicine Campground?

Insider tips for Two Medicine Campground: Sites 60–80 have views toward Rising Wolf Mountain Often has walk-up availability when Many Glacier is completely full

What makes Two Medicine Campground unique?

Running Eagle Falls — a 0.6-mile walk from camp to a waterfall that flows both over and through a rock wall depending on the season. In early summer, water flows over the top. By August, water flows entirely through a hole in the rock. Almost no other visitors make this simple walk.

How do I book a campsite at Two Medicine Campground?

Two Medicine Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Two Medicine Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/two-medicine-glacier to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Two Medicine Campground

Glacier’s quieter southeast corner — fewer crowds, same wilderness

Glacier National Park, MT (Two Medicine Valley)4.7 (1543)5,164 ft

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Two Medicine is the least-visited major valley in Glacier National Park, offering similar alpine scenery to Many Glacier but with far fewer crowds. 99 sites on Two Medicine Lake surrounded by peaks including Rising Wolf Mountain and Sinopah Mountain. The boat tour across the lake is one of the best-value experiences in the NP system. Hiking includes Running Eagle Falls (0.6 mi), Twin Falls (4 mi round trip), and Dawson-Pitamakan Pass (18 mi loop). Easier to book than Many Glacier or St. Mary.

Things to do nearby

Running Eagle FallsTwin FallsTwo Medicine Lake boat launchRunning Eagle Falls

Best For

Hikers avoiding crowdsWildlife watchersTrain travelers (Amtrak access)FamiliesLoop trip planners

Site Types

TentRV (no hookups, max 32ft)

Amenities

Flush Toilets (seasonal)

Potable Water

Fire Rings

Bear Boxes

Dump Station

Boat Tours (Two Medicine Lake)

Pet Friendly (leash)

Picnic Tables

Check-in

12:00 PM

Check-out

11:00 AM

Season

Late May – mid-September

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Fewer services than other Glacier valleys. No cell signal. Some sites exposed to wind off the lake. Limited season.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov standard policy.

Why campers love Two Medicine Campground

Glacier’s least-visited major valley with the same alpine scenery as Many Glacier but a fraction of the crowds. 99 sites on Two Medicine Lake under spectacular peaks. The boat tour across the lake is one of the best-value NPS experiences anywhere.

What's new in 2026

Boat tour service expanded operating dates 2024.

What campers say about Two Medicine Campground

"Many Glacier was full. Came here instead. Honestly it was better — trails to ourselves, moose in the lake, same mountains."

— Recreation.gov reviewer

"The boat tour across Two Medicine Lake to the Dawson-Pitamakan trailhead is a perfect shortcut into the backcountry."

— Recreation.gov reviewer

Not the right fit if…

✕You’re coming specifically for Grinnell Glacier — that’s at Many Glacier, not here

Frequently asked questions

How much does Two Medicine Campground cost per night?+

Two Medicine Campground costs $23 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: None — dry camping.

What season is Two Medicine Campground open?+

Two Medicine Campground is open Late May – mid-September. Check-in is 12:00 PM, check-out is 11:00 AM.

Does Two Medicine Campground have hookups?+

None — dry camping.

What is the maximum RV length at Two Medicine Campground?+

Two Medicine Campground can accommodate RVs up to 32 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Two Medicine Campground?+

Two Medicine Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

Are pets allowed at Two Medicine Campground?+

Two Medicine Campground is pet friendly. Pets must be kept on leash.

What is the cell service like at Two Medicine Campground?+

No service in the Two Medicine valley. Signal returns near East Glacier Park (12 miles south).

How far is Two Medicine Campground from the nearest town?+

Nearest services: East Glacier town — 4 miles (limited selection)