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Big Larch Campground

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Big Larch Campground, near Seeley Lake, is a solid spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a few essential comforts. With sites that come equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, it’s perfect for roasting marshmallows and sharing stories around the fire.

This campground is dog-friendly and features clean vault toilets, making it a practical choice for families and pet owners alike. Visitors have noted that while some sites are close together, there are nice trails nearby and access to the beach, which is a hit for those looking to cool off or enjoy a day by the water.

For adventure seekers, the area offers great hiking opportunities, including the scenic Morrell Falls, just a short drive away. Campers have also enjoyed the strong cell service, which is a bonus if you need to stay connected while soaking in the natural beauty. Just remember to keep your food secured, as black bears are known to roam the area.

Fee Info

The nightly fee for individual RV/tent campsites is $20.00 through peak season (Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day). The nightly fee for group campsites is $50.00 through peak season. The nightly fee for bicycle campsites is $10.00 through peak season. Parking is allowed in the designated parking spur for each campsite only. Vehicles that do not fit must deposit an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 and must park in the day-use area. No parking along roadways. Outside of peak season (Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day), all campsites will be available free of charge on a first-come, first-serve basis. Day use facilities are free of charge and are open from 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily.

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Location

Big Larch Campground is located in Montana

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Directions

From I-90: take exit 109 for MT-200 E and travel for 32.3 mi. Turn left onto MT-83 N and travel 14.0 mi to Seeley Lake, MT. Continue north on Highway 83 for 1 mile. The campground entrance is located on the west side of the highway. Directions to Group Sites: Continue straight at the first fork and the group sites will be on the left. To Sites in Loop 1 (sites 1-10): Turn left at the fork, then turn right at the first intersection. To Sites in Loop 2 (sites 14-28): Turn left at the fork, then turn right at the second intersection. To Sites in Loop 3 (sites 34-49): Turn left at the fork, then turn right at the third intersection. To Sites in Loop 4 (sites 11-13, 29-33, 50): Continue straight at the fork, follow the road past the group sites, swimming beach, and bike sites. Loop 4 campsites are located on both sides of the access road.

Address

Big Larch Campground 3335 MT-HWY 83 N
Seeley lake, MT 59868

Coordinates

47.1922222 N
113.4938889 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups

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Reviewed Sep. 16, 2025

Stayed one night

We are on the way to Glacier Park and needed to be close enough to get there in a few hours the next day. Pros: convenience. Close to highway and town. Large site, we were on the first loop site 1. Picnic tables and fire rings provided at each site. Site was free (after Labor Day 2025) Cons: Logging has created Mess, downed trees litter the area, however this resulted in plenty of available firewood. Vault toilets are not clean(understandable as there are no hosts on site this time of year) Synopsis: this site accommodated us for the purpose we were looking for, It would be hard for me to stay here longer than one day, however it may be suitable for longer periods if you have an interest in touring the area.

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Gary N., September 16, 2025
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Gary N., September 16, 2025
Reviewed May. 18, 2025

Very Nice Early in the Season

This is a very nice, well maintained campground. Toilets are very clean, and lots of well established sites. Get here early during the summer to make sure you can snag a spot. Also looks like there are several sites that can be reserved ahead of time.

Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2022

Mid-October

This was the only campground open in late season on Seeley Lake. Not many people. So, very quiet. Some sites are wide open with very little shelter or shade, others are nicely tucked into groves of trees. Almost all sites are angled to back an RV into. Many could handle 30 foot rigs easily. Really strong Verizon signal

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Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Jul. 15, 2022

Beautiful spots and lake

Campsites are close together but there is nice trails, clean vault toilets, picnic tables. Dog friendly but not near the lake.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 26, 2022

Enjoyed my week stay

Decided to stay here for 5 nights & all were enjoyable. During the week, it’s very quiet. Around Thursday evening, Friday morning, it fills up more but there’s about 50 sites and still had some free while I was there. You can walk to the beach access from the campground. Lots of people mentioned overgrown areas and the host was clearing the picnic table areas during my stay. Each site has a table and fire ring. There’s also several vault toilets and dumpsters scattered throughout the campground. My site was really open and gave me great sunlight for my solar. Also, keep everything locked up at all times. Black bears are active in this area and saw one during the afternoon in the field behind the few station. $20/night during the main season. There’s potable water stations in each loop. Be sure to visit Morrell Falls hike (about 25 min away) and Holland Lake on a warm day, both beautiful! Also had 2-3 bars of 5G AT&T service and was able to work just fine.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Abby M., June 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Abby M., June 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Abby M., June 26, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 9, 2021

Good beach area

Beach are is nice, campground is spread out with mix of day use and camp sites. Lacking some shade for some sites. Popular day use area for locals.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Nov. 13, 2020

By Seeley

Winter but nice level Sites. Nat forest still open till dec.

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2020

Greenest

Big Larch was a surprise - a sprawling, super-green, uber 🦌-y, ultra-shady respite.  If you choose well, you'll have space away from neighbors, though none of the sites are far from a campground road.  You just enter this lush cover of leaves right away, pulling you toward the trails, the water and the sun peaking through.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Bjorn S., June 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Bjorn S., June 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Big Larch Campground by Bjorn S., June 30, 2020
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Reviewed May. 20, 2020

Be prepared for a big change.

This once lovely campground that was aptly named Big Larch, had been logged until almost unrecognizable. The campsites that are somewhat close but used to feel private because of the dense foliage are now out on display. You can easily see/hear all your neighbors. Not to mention the mess left from the recent logging. Sad to see such a beautiful campground reduced to this.

Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2019

Good spot on Seeley

Camped the last week of June here and it was one of the only places that had availability. The fee was 10 bucks and it was a nice facility. The beach and boating area was well maintained, and great for my son. The camp spots were a bit small but had a fire ring and potable water was every few campsites. Bathrooms were vaults but fairly close as well. Campsite maintenance had the wood from cutting stacked near each spot, so you could use it for fire wood. Nice spot and would recommend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there photos available of Big Larch Campground?

Photos of Big Larch Campground are available on The Dyrt website. These images showcase the campground's sprawling layout with a mix of shaded and open sites, the beach area on Seeley Lake, surrounding forest trails, and clean facilities. Visual highlights include the lush tree cover, picnic areas, and vault toilets. Photos help illustrate the campground's setting and allow potential visitors to get a sense of the camping experience before arrival.

What do reviews say about Big Larch Campground?

Big Larch Campground receives generally positive feedback for its well-maintained facilities, clean vault toilets, and access to Seeley Lake's nice beach area. The campground features a mix of sites - some tucked into shady tree groves while others are more open with less coverage. Visitors appreciate the trails, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. The campground is dog-friendly (though pets aren't allowed near the lake), and potable water is available. Some note that sites can be close together with limited privacy, especially after some tree clearing. The campground is described as particularly peaceful during weekdays, with more activity on weekends.

Is there a map of Big Larch Campground showing campsite locations?

Yes, a map of Big Larch Campground is available showing the layout of approximately 50 campsites. The map displays the campground's sprawling layout, beach access points, and trail connections. You can find the official map through the USFS website or at the campground entrance kiosk. The map helps visualize which sites offer more privacy in tree groves versus more open spaces, and identifies which sites can accommodate larger RVs up to 30 feet.

How do I make reservations at Big Larch Campground in Seeley Lake, Montana?

Big Larch Campground offers both reservable and first-come, first-served sites. Reservations can be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the reservation line. Several sites are available for advance booking, while others remain available for walk-up campers. The campground fee is approximately $10 per night. During summer months, arriving early is recommended if you don't have a reservation, as this popular campground fills quickly, especially on weekends. The campground typically remains open into late season, sometimes until December, with reduced services.