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Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest

Lost Johnny Campground is located near Hungry Horse in the Flathead National Forest. The area features forested terrain with access to nearby lakes and rivers. Campers can explore Glacier National Park, which is less than an hour away, and experience temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Flathead National Forest

Overview

Lost Johnny Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border. Spectacular views and ample opportunities for recreation surround the campground. Lost Johnny Campground has five sites, all of which are reservable. The stay limit is 16 consecutive days.

Recreation

Swimming and fishing are popular pastimes, and anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish, including cutthroat trout. Boating is also popular on the 27,750-acre reservoir. A concrete boat ramp is accessible from the Doris Point Boat Launch located to the northwest, or at Lost Johnny Point campground which is located to the northeast.____

Facilities

Swimming and fishing are popular pastimes, and anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish, including cutthroat trout. Boating is also popular on the 27,750-acre reservoir. A concrete boat ramp is accessible from the Doris Point Boat Launch located to the northwest, or at Lost Johnny Point campground which is located to the northeast.____

Natural Features

The campground is situated along the massive Hungry Horse Reservoir, which was dammed to provide hydroelectric power and flood control to the area. It is the 10th highest dam in the United States and provides a stunning backdrop. Home to lynx, grizzly bear and bull trout, the forest is a premiere destination for visitors.

Nearby Attractions

Lost Johnny Campground is approximately 18 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance to Glacier National Park.

contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (406) 752-7924.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations made within the 4 Day Reservation Window will be "considered" for a refund, by the concessionaire, of Camping fees only and will automatically forfeit the first nights fee. Day of Arrival cancellations must be turned in by calling Cheryl at 406-752-PWAI (7924) or 406-404-4164 to get the information to the campground Host. All Considerations will be made after your original reservation dates have passed.______ *No shows have no chance of a refund.__

Fee Info

To Make Reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777 Although you are allowed two vehicles per site, the first vehicle is included in the site fee; the second vehicle is charged $5.00 upon arrival at the campground.

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Location

Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest is located in Montana

Detail location of campground

Directions

Turn off U.S. Highway 2 at milepost 144 and follow the West Side Hungry Horse Reservoir (Forest Road #895) across the Hungry Horse Dam. The campground is 6.5 miles south of the Dam. The road is paved to the site.

Coordinates

48.306822 N
113.969631 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Water Hookups

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Reviewed Sep. 6, 2024

Lost Johnny

Small 5 site campground. Primitive. A couple large potholes in campground road. Only sites 4 and 5 can accommodate larger campers as the road is fairly narrow to allow turning into sites.

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Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jul. 9, 2024

Need to reserve, sign is wrong

This sign is deceiving. The campsites are reserved online but posts are not updated with reservation information. Possibly the camp host’s mistake. We picked an empty site and followed the instructions, paid. An hour later a family rolled up and had reservations for that site. Hosts not doing job and first come first serve sign completely wrong. Just a warning for those looking for first come first serve!

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Aug. 31, 2020

The lake is beautiful!

This little area is so beautiful, the reservoir water was so clear! There are a few sites here that are all in a row, decent privacy. The sites are long, but it might be tough to turn around or get into the site if you have a really big rig. There is a sign stating that it’s a dead end with no turn around, but there is an fairly open area at the end that you can use, but there is no loop to drive around, so be cautious of the length of the vehicle. It was a very full campground with long stays reserved at the end of summer.

  • Review photo of Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest by Alex P., August 31, 2020
  • Review photo of Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest by Alex P., August 31, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest have RV hookups?

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  • What is the elevation of Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest?

    Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest is located at 3583 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lost Johnny Campground - Flathead National Forest, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

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