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Berne Roadside Park

Berne Roadside Park, near Kalispell, Montana, is a straightforward spot for those needing a quick place to park overnight. It’s essentially a large pullout along US2, making it convenient for travelers looking to catch some rest without the fuss of traditional camping amenities.

This location is free and allows pets, which is a plus for those traveling with furry friends. While there are no bathrooms or showers, visitors have noted a natural water source nearby, perfect for filling up jugs or camper tanks. As one camper mentioned, “It does have a freshwater spring that has the best water in MT,” making it a popular stop for those just passing through.

If you’re up for a little adventure, the Flathead River is just across the highway, offering a nice spot for a swim or a leisurely stroll along the bank. Some campers have shared that while the area can get busy, especially in the summer, it’s a safe place to sleep in your vehicle, and you might even meet some interesting fellow travelers along the way.

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Berne Roadside Park is located in Montana

Coordinates

48.38569325 N
114.102275 W

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Overnight parking includes places that allow free one-night stays. Always confirm with local managers at commercial establishments. Please respect any posted overnight regulations.

Drive Time

2 hrs 7 min from Missoula, MT
3 hrs 13 min from Helena, MT
3 hrs 18 min from Great Falls, MT
3 hrs 38 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID

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This roadside pullout serves as emergency overnight parking with a helpful natural spring for water. Campers regularly cited noise from highway traffic and other visitors as major drawbacks, though it provides adequate space for various vehicles when traditional campgrounds aren't available.

Strange D.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 30, 2022

Dirty and scary

Need I say more. Oh, yes. LOUD.

Month of VisitAugust

Big B.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 30, 2022

Sketchy…not worth it.

Pulled in with our van for the night but even on a weekday it was scary. Partiers, lots of noisy traffic, scary individuals ( hate to generalize but…Methheads?). Would pass it up.

Month of VisitJuly

Steve V.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 8, 2022

Big Roadside Lot

This is just a big pullout along side US2. No amenities. There is a natural water source to fill jugs, or maybe your camper tanks if you have a pump

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Month of VisitAugust

Jessica R.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 10, 2022

Good overnight parking in your car

No bathrooms or anything else. It does have a freshwater spring that has the best water in MT. Lots of people stop just for the water. It's right next to Flathead River and there is a small walk to reach the river bank, but you can swim there. Safe to sleep in your car but during the summer there is lots of traffic. Meet some really cool people tho.

Siteopen parking

Month of VisitJuly

Brittany W.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 7, 2022

Free and good for car campers

There was no bathroom or anything really, but it was free and had enough space away from the road that I felt safe to sleep in my car here.

Month of VisitJune

Kathleen D.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 13, 2020

12 Miles from Glacier NP

This is a rest area right off the 2 on the south side of the road. It saved us at 12:30 midnight after a day in Glacier National Park that was intended to be an overnight in one of the park campgrounds. All the campgrounds were closed due to COVID. We caught some shut eye in the car until dawn. There were at least 6 other vehicles — from cars to vans to RVs. It’s not a vacation destination — it’s a bail out when the vacation takes a sharp detour, but the river IS right across the highway and it’s lovely and accessible.