Lakeside Campground in [Lolo National Forest](https://thedyrt.com/camping/montana/near/lolo-national-forest) is near Seeley Lake, MT, and features forested terrain with access to a nearby lake. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Campers can explore the nearby Seeley Lake and the Clearwater Canoe Trail for outdoor activities.

## Overview

 Lakeside Campground is located at the south end of Lake Alva, in Montana's Lolo National Forest. The campground offers a chance to camp and enjoy recreational activities such as swimming, fishing and boating. The lake is home to a loon population and has protected nesting areas. The birds' mesmerizing calls can often be heard in the campground. All boats on Lake Alva must operate at a \"no-wake\" speed year-round. 
## Recreation

 Lake Alva is in a great spot for boating and fishing. Anglers will find a variety of freshwater fish, including Kokanee salmon, whitefish, pike, trout and perch, among other species. A boat ramp is available at nearby Lake Alva Campground, one mile north on Highway 83. All motorized boating must operation at a \"No-Wake\" speed year-round. Many non-motorized boaters find solace during early evening/morning hours on the lake. Swimming is also a popular activity. 
## Facilities

 1 group camping site, 3 individual RV/tent sites, and 1 tent site are available for reservation the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day, when the campground closes for the season. The accessible group campsite can accommodate up to 25 people and up to four RVs and six vehicles. All campsites are equipped with picnic tables and a campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets are provided, there is no drinking water available at the campground. Trash collection is not available- Please Pack it Out. Campground hosts onsite 24 hours a day. There is no day-use area at Lakeside Campground. Day-use access to Lake Alva is located a mile North on Highway 83, at Lake Alva Campground. The area is equipped with a boat launch, boat trailer parking, and a swimming beach. Lake Alva is a No-Wake lake. 
## Natural Features

 The campground is situated at the south end of Lake Alva, and offers shade and lake access. At an elevation of approximately 4,200 feet, temperatures are relatively cool on summer days. The lake is home to a loon population, and has protected nesting areas during May and June. The birds' mesmerizing calls can often be heard in the campground. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Seeley Lake is about 10 miles south of the campground, with boating, water skiing and fishing opportunities. The town of Seeley Lake lies on the southeastern tip of the lake. A variety of services are offered there, including boat, canoe, kayak and row boat rentals. The Mission Mountain Wilderness Area is about 15 miles northwest of the campground. The area is popular for its scenic views and abundant wildlife. Active glaciers, alpine lakes, meadows and clear, icy streams, along with vertical cliffs and jagged peaks, make up the area.

Lakeside Campground - Lolo National Forest

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This is a great campsite along Lake Alva and I believe every campsite is waterfront! You can launch a kayak or paddleboard right from your site and most of the sites are spaced out enough that you feel like the lake is all yours! Fantastic spot. It is a basic national forest campground with a handful of spots, it had a clean vault toilet, and no water on site (but a whole lake full of it if you want to filter it).  The road isn’t far away so you do hear passing cars in the night, but that is a small price to pay for a piece of paradise! 

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