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Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park

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Hikers and wildlife watchers heading into the Cut Bank Creek drainage have a rare base camp option here: a small, forested campground at the end of a 6-mile dirt road off the east side of Glacier National Park. No RVs make it back. The road ends abruptly, and the 14-site layout is compact, with sites positioned close together. Grizzly bear activity is well-documented in this drainage, and finding a track on the trail in the morning is not unusual.

The campground sits at a trailhead giving access to Triple Divide, Red Eagle Lake, Morning Star Lake, and Pitamakan Pass, though the trailheads themselves are roughly 4 miles in, meaning day hikes add up quickly. Views from camp open across a long flat meadow toward the Triple Divide area. Cut Bank Creek runs nearby, and Jeff B. notes "fresh running water in the creek to filter water for all your water needs." Drinking water is also available on-site, along with vault toilets. No pets are permitted.

Because the campground doubles as a trailhead, early mornings can bring day hikers and, occasionally, other visitors arriving before most campers are up. The distance from Going-to-the-Sun Road keeps crowds lighter than at more central sites in the park, though reviewers note the campground is not always empty. Cell service is essentially nonexistent. Campers looking at tent campgrounds near Glacier National Park will find a range of options across the park's different access corridors. Atlantic Creek Wilderness Campsite is an alternative for those wanting a backcountry-style experience in the same general area.

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Map & DirectionsCut Bank Campground is located in Montana near Siyeh Bend

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The Cut Bank campground is located on the east side of Glacier National Park and provides a sense of peace and quiet that may not be found in larger campgrounds within the park. The campground is accessed by a 5 mile dirt road off of highway 89.

Coordinates

48.605992 N
113.37695 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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  • Drinking Water
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Many visitors appreciated this remote, quiet campground for escaping crowds and accessing wilderness hiking. Some noted the basic facilities and close site spacing, plus morning activity from trail users.

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Reviewed Oct. 19, 2025

Beautiful, but crowded

Leaving going to the sun road headed east we camped at Cut Bank campground for two nights. Heading back into the campsite it seemed secluded until we got back there to see that half of the sites were taken and they were pretty close to one another. The campground is also at a trail head where many people go. The next morning we found ourselves waking up to people talking loudly and showing up to hike or take wedding photos. The view of the mountains were amazing.

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  • Review photo of Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park by Amber R., October 19, 2025
  • Review photo of Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park by Amber R., October 19, 2025
Reviewed Apr. 18, 2022

Nice

It's a nice place, I got pleasure

Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Feb. 28, 2019

Remote and quiet

Not that many people know of this campground, which can be very good if that is what you see. Off the road, 6 miles drive in on dirt road that suddenly ends. Small campground, close sites to each other and water access not as easy as other glacier sites. You look out a long flat meadow toward the triple divide area of the park and it is a 4 mile hike to the trail heads to go north, triple divide and red eagle lake or south to morning star lake and pitamahkin pass. No service close by, no motor homes either! So, for daily hiking you are an 8-mile round trip just to get to access the good stuff, flat and easy but it does add the miles each day.

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Reviewed Apr. 3, 2017

Spectacular Views

Stayed the full alloted time (I think 7 days) and it was part of the best experience possible in Glacier.

This is pretty far off the beaten path and away from the weekend warrior campers and tourists.

Quiet campground with spectacular views.

Fresh running water in the creek to filter water for all your water needs.

  • Review photo of Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park by Jeff B., April 3, 2017
  • Review photo of Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park by Jeff B., April 3, 2017
  • Review photo of Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park by Jeff B., April 3, 2017
Reviewed Jun. 17, 2016

Off the beaten path

If you need a nice quiet car-campery campground at Glacier NP that is secluded, you can't go wrong with Cut Bank. It's a short drive away from the popular Going-to-the-Sun-Road allowing escape from busy roads and fellow tourists. The Cut Bank Creek drainage is also a fantastic place to embark on some great hiking and it provides some of the best of Montana's Rocky Mountain Front scenery and wildlife viewing. Grizzly bears are dense in this drainage and seeing a track on the trail in the morning gives you that feeling of true wildness we all yearn for. Don't overlook this often overlooked gem in Glacier NP.

Reviewed Jun. 10, 2015

Best entrance to Glacier National Park

This is a dirt entrance to Glacier National Park. The campground is small (14 sites) and only provide a vault toilet. Here is the Glacier that is a little bit wild, a little bit remote and everything I ever wanted from the Park. After years of the Going-to-the-Sun I finally found the Cut Bank entrance and it's perfect to me. Not for RVs.

  • Review photo of Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park by Lindsay B., June 10, 2015
  • Review photo of Cut Bank Campground — Glacier National Park by Lindsay B., June 10, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cut Bank Campground located in Glacier National Park?

Cut Bank Campground is located in a secluded eastern section of Glacier National Park, accessed via a 6-mile dirt road that ends at the campground. It's situated away from the popular Going-to-the-Sun Road, offering a quiet alternative to the park's busier areas. The campground sits in the Cut Bank Creek drainage, surrounded by meadows with mountain views. This remote location provides excellent access to hiking trails while maintaining distance from the more tourist-heavy sections of the park.

What amenities are available at Cut Bank Campground?

Cut Bank Campground offers minimal amenities, making it ideal for those seeking a more primitive camping experience. The small 14-site campground provides vault toilets and access to Cut Bank Creek for water (which must be filtered before use). There are no showers, electrical hookups, or dump stations available. Each site typically includes a picnic table and fire ring. The limited facilities contribute to the campground's remote, peaceful atmosphere that many visitors appreciate.

When is Cut Bank Campground open during the year?

Cut Bank Campground typically operates during the summer months when weather conditions permit access to this remote area of Glacier National Park. The campground's high elevation and Montana's variable mountain weather determine exact opening dates. Generally, it opens sometime in late spring or early summer and closes in early fall before significant snowfall. The maximum stay allowed is approximately 7 days. For current opening dates and conditions, check with Glacier National Park's official website or visitor center before planning your trip.

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