Can you reserve a site at Crystal Lake Group Campsite?

Yes, Crystal Lake Group Campsite is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite?

Yes, pets are allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite.

Are campfires allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite?

Campfires are allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Crystal Lake Group Campsite, Montana — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

The Crystal Lake Group Campground is located in the beautiful Big Snowies south of Lewistown, Montana, at 5,700 feet. Home to the Crystal Lake recreation area, visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in the Snowies.

Recreation

The lake provides opportunities for swimming, fishing and canoeing. The various trails that stem from the Crystal Lake complex provide excellent views and interesting photo opportunities. One trail displays old hieroglyphs in a cave allowing visitors a glimpse of the past.

Facilities

Water is available via a spring faucet and is just down from the camping site. An outhouse is provided next to the parking area for the group site. There is room for parking behind the gate in a parking area or to have two (up to 35’) campers parked there as well. Asphalt walkways and tent pads are present but room in the adjacent meadow can be used for bigger tents. Two large picnic tables are on site and a metal fire ring.

Natural Features

Settled in the basin of Crystal Lake, the group site offers great access to trails and ta short drive or walk to the lake. Some trees are around the campsite but may not offer much shade.

Nearby Attractions

Ice Caves Trail, Cascade Trails and the lake are all located in the complex.

The facts

1 bookable site
1 accessible site
Up to 24 people per site
Loops: CRYSTAL LAKE GROUP CAMPSITE

Site types

1 Group Standard Area Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Crystal Lake Group Campsite

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
Crystal Lake Group site	CRYSTAL LAKE GROUP CAMPSITE	Group Standard Area Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	Slight	Lakefront	—	24	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From Lewistown, drive west on Montana Highway 200/US 87 for about 8 miles. Turn left (south) on Crystal Lake Road. Continue south, following the well-signed directions to the lake for 20 miles. At the "T" junction, turn left and continue on to Crystal Lake. The last 6 miles is paved and mostly a single lane. On December 1, the paved section is gated, and access beyond the gate is by snowmobile, skis, snowshoes or hiking only.

46.79653, -109.51086 · 46°47'47.5"N 109°30'39.1"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	2.7	2.6	3.1	5.2	5.8	5.3	2.5	2.7	2.9	3.7	2.7	2.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Crystal Lake Group Campsite

Can you reserve a site at Crystal Lake Group Campsite?: Yes, Crystal Lake Group Campsite is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Crystal Lake Group Campsite have?: 1 site.
Are pets allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite?: Yes, pets are allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite.
Are campfires allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite?: Campfires are allowed at Crystal Lake Group Campsite. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Crystal Lake Group Campsite also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Crystal Lake Group Campsite's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$20 per night for single unit

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Crystal Lake Group Campsite