ST. Mary Campground

Campground · Montana · 142 bookable sites ·

Managed by the National Park Service

Glacier National Park (National Park) · Open Access

142
Bookable sites
40 ft
Max rig length
up to 24
People per site
2
Accessible sites
4,524 ft
Elevation
Wild Goose Island, Glacier National Park
Photo: NPS · Recreation.gov

Overview

St. Mary Campground is the largest campground on the east side of Glacier National Park, and is conveniently located approximately a half-mile from the St. Mary Visitor Center. The visitor center offers interpretive programs, shuttle service and Red Bus tours leaving from the center. The campground sits near the entrance of the popular scenic byway, the Going-to-the-Sun Road.

Beginning August 17th through September 11th, St. Mary Campground will transition to a day-of reservation window, reservations for these dates may not be made in advance but must be made on the day of anticipated camping.

Generators are allowed only in Loops B & C. Generators are prohibited in Loop A.

For information on nearby campgrounds, including on US Forest Service land or the Blackfeet Nation, take a look at Glacier National Park's website.    

Recreation

St. Mary Campground is located on the east side of the park, which boasts some of the best trails available for day hiking. Trailheads start at a higher elevation than those on the west side, so less ascent is required to reach scenic vistas.

Facilities

Potable water is accessible in the campground, and restroom facilities provide flush toilets and sinks with running water.

A couple of miles down the road and outside the park, visitors will find all the comforts of home, including restaurants, gift shops, camp stores, gas and groceries.

Natural Features

Though shade is sparse, the aspen trees that grace St. Mary Campground flutter in spring and summer breezes and provide colorful splashes of yellow late in the season. Views of Singleshot, East Flattop and Red Eagle Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to the landscape.

St. Mary Lake which, although too cold and occasionally too rough to swim in, provides refreshing scenery on warm days.

Nearby Attractions

One must-see attraction is the sister park across the U.S.-Canadian border, Waterton Lakes National Park. As the other half of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, Waterton Lakes offers fantastic hiking, scenic boat cruises and several scenic drives all centered around the Townsite of Waterton.



Immediately east of Glacier National Park lies the picturesque Blackfeet Indian Reservation, spanning 1.5 million acres. Visit the Museum of the Plains Indian, in Browning, Montana, for a fascinating introduction to the rich cultural heritage of the largest Indian tribe in Montana.

For information on nearby campgrounds, including on US Forest Service land or the Blackfeet Nation, take a look at Glacier National Park's website.     

The facts

  • 142 bookable sites
  • 157 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 2 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 40 ft
  • Up to 24 people per site
  • Loops: Loop A, Loop B, Loop C, ST. MARY CAMPGROUND

Site types

  • 126 Standard Nonelectric
  • 15 Management
  • 14 Tent Only Nonelectric
  • 1 Group Standard Nonelectric
  • 1 Walk To

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

157 campsites at ST. Mary Campground

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeAccessMax rigPeople
A01Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In24 ft8 🐾
A02Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
A03Loop AStandard Nonelectric—Gravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
A04Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In24 ft8 🐾
A05Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
A06Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In27 ft8 🐾
A07Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
A08Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft8 🐾
A09Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In28 ft8 🐾
A10Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
A11Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
A12Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In24 ft8 🐾
A13Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
A14Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
A15Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
A16Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In24 ft8 🐾
A17Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
A18 Hiker/Bicyclist SharedLoop AManagement———Hike In—8 🐾
A19Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
A23Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In40 ft8 🐾
A25Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In25 ft8 🐾
A29 (TENTS ONLY)Loop ATent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
A30Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
A31 (TENTS ONLY)Loop ATent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
A32Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft8 🐾
A33Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In24 ft8 🐾
A34Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
A35Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In20 ft8 🐾
A36Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
A37Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
A38Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
A39 (TENTS ONLY)Loop ATent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
A40Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
A41 (TENTS ONLY)Loop ATent Only NonelectricBack InGravelSlightDrive In21 ft8 🐾
A42Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
A43Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
A44Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
A45Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
A46Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
A47Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
A48Loop AStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist A18a SHAREDLoop AManagement———Hike In—2 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist A18b SHAREDLoop AManagement———Hike In—2 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist A18c SHAREDLoop AManagement———Hike In—2 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist A18d SHAREDLoop AManagement———Hike In—2 🐾
B100Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
B51Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In25 ft8 🐾
B52 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravelSlightDrive In21 ft8 🐾
B53 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravelSlightDrive In21 ft8 🐾
B54Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
B55Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In27 ft8 🐾
B56Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
B57Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
B58 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravelSlightDrive In21 ft8 🐾
B59 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
B60Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
B61 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
B62Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft8 🐾
B63 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
B64Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In25 ft8 🐾
B65Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In25 ft8 🐾
B66Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
B67Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
B68Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
B69Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In35 ft8 🐾
B70Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
B71Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft8 🐾
B72Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In30 ft8 🐾
B73Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In25 ft8 🐾
B74Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
B75Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In40 ft8 🐾
B76Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In22 ft8 🐾
B77Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
B78Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
B79 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
B80 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
B81Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
B82Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In22 ft8 🐾
B83Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
B84Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In30 ft8 🐾
B85Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In24 ft8 🐾
B86Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In22 ft8 🐾
B87 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—Drive In21 ft8 🐾
B88Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
B89 (TENTS ONLY)Loop BTent Only NonelectricBack InGravelSlightDrive In21 ft8 🐾
B90Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft8 🐾
B91Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In22 ft8 🐾
B92Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
B93Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In22 ft8 🐾
B94Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
B95Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In25 ft8 🐾
B96Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In24 ft8 🐾
B97Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In27 ft8 🐾
B98Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft8 🐾
B99Loop BStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
C101Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft8 🐾
C102Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C103Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C104Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
C105Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C106Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
C107Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
C108Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C109Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
C110Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
C111Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
C112Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C113Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft8 🐾
C114Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C115Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C116Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In25 ft8 🐾
C117Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In30 ft8 🐾
C118Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSevereDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C119Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C120Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSevereDrive In25 ft8 🐾
C121Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C122Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
C123Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In35 ft8 🐾
C124Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In25 ft8 🐾
C125Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In22 ft8 🐾
C126Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
C127Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In25 ft8 🐾
C128Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In30 ft8 🐾
C130Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In30 ft8 🐾
C131Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In30 ft8 🐾
C132Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C133Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
C134Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C135Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C136Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C137Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSevereDrive In22 ft8 🐾
C138Loop CManagementPull ThroughGravel—Drive In40 ft8 🐾
C139Loop CGroup Standard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In25 ft24 🐾
C140Loop CManagementPull ThroughGravel—Drive In32 ft24 🐾
C141Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In40 ft8 🐾
C142Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In40 ft8 🐾
C143 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSevereDrive In25 ft8 🐾
C144Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In36 ft8 🐾
C145 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In30 ft8 🐾
C146Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In36 ft8♿ 🐾
C147 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In32 ft8 🐾
C148Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In36 ft8♿ 🐾
C149 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In40 ft8 🐾
C150 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
C151 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelModerateDrive In27 ft8 🐾
C152Loop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravelSlightDrive In30 ft8 🐾
C153 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In22 ft8 🐾
C154Loop CManagement—Gravel—Drive In27 ft8 🐾
C155 Hard Sided OnlyLoop CStandard NonelectricPull ThroughGravel—Drive In30 ft8 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist C130b SHAREDLoop CManagementPull ThroughGravel—Hike In35 ft2 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist C130c SHAREDLoop CManagementPull ThroughGravel—Hike In35 ft2 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist C130d SHAREDLoop CManagementPull ThroughGravel—Hike In35 ft2 🐾
Admin 2ST. MARY CAMPGROUNDManagementPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
Admin 3ST. MARY CAMPGROUNDManagementPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
Admin 4ST. MARY CAMPGROUNDManagementPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
Admin 5ST. MARY CAMPGROUNDManagementPull ThroughGravel—Drive In35 ft8 🐾
Hiker/Bicyclist C130a SHARED ST. MARY CAMPGROUNDWalk ToPull ThroughGravel—Hike In35 ft2 🐾

Getting there

Located a half-mile west of the St. Mary entrance near St. Mary, Montana. Access is from U.S. Highway 89 approximately 33 miles (51 km) northwest of Browning, Montana or over Logan Pass when open. Vehicle restrictions are in effect.

48.75083, -113.44694 · 48°45'3.0"N 113°26'49.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 73°F in Aug, down to 31°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F323138465663737363493731
Low °F151520283542464539322517
Precip in2.12.12.52.52.83.11.21.31.62.22.72.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.9 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 ST. Mary Campground

Can you reserve a site at ST. Mary Campground?
Yes, ST. Mary Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does ST. Mary Campground have?
157 sites in total, of which 142 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at ST. Mary Campground?
40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at ST. Mary Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at ST. Mary Campground.
Does ST. Mary Campground have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at ST. Mary Campground?
Campfires are allowed at ST. Mary Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-03.

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