Lake Shel-oole Campground, near Shelby, Montana, is a solid choice for those looking for a quiet spot to unwind. With sites that offer electric hookups and easy access to clean bathrooms and showers, it’s a practical option for both tent campers and RV travelers.

The campground is known for its peaceful atmosphere, even with the nearby railroad town. Visitors have noted that the facilities are kept clean, and the local sheriff patrols regularly, adding an extra layer of comfort. One camper mentioned, “The campground was quiet even for being in a railroad town,” which speaks volumes about the serenity you can expect here.

For just $25 a night, you get a decent setup with picnic tables and a sanitary dump station. While some sites are a bit tight, others are spacious enough for big rigs, making it versatile for different camping styles. Plus, there are playgrounds and walking trails nearby, perfect for families or those looking to stretch their legs after a long drive.

If you’re passing through or visiting family in the area, Lake Shel-oole Campground offers a convenient and budget-friendly place to rest your head. It’s a straightforward spot that gets the job done without any frills, making it a reliable pit stop on your travels.

Lake Shel-oole Campground

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My wife and I stopped at Lake Shel-Oole Campground on our trip to Canada this summer (July 3rd). The campground is a bit dilapidated, but had several spots available that were easy to pull into. Some sites were pull through and others were back in. Most sites have at least electric and some are water/electric. Some sites are also 50amp. There is also a dump on site.

All sites are $25/night. Payment is on an honor system and drop cash into an envelope in a box near the entrance. The park says that it is under surveillance, but we did not see cameras. We saw one Toole County Sheriff's Deputy drive through the park while we were there.

I think we counted a total of five other rigs staying the night with us. If you have kids there's a playground nearby and a baseball field. There are also several walking trails.

We would definitely stay here again if we take the same route to Canada. Very convenient and quiet!

Check out our review of this campground on our blog: [https://lower48intow.com/lake-shel-oole-park-campground-an-overnight-stay-on-the-way-to-canada/](https://lower48intow.com/lake-shel-oole-park-campground-an-overnight-stay-on-the-way-to-canada/)

A decent place to stop over on your trip to or return from Canada

This is a clean respectable camping area. No privacy between sites, but they are level and a good deal for $25/night. Our site had electric hookups with water nearby. I don't think there was a camphost. Some large pull throughs and smaller back ins. Playfields are nearby and we heard the happy sound of kids playing in the background. Bathroom/showers were basic but clean. 

Clean, decent campground 

Traveling Hwy 2, we were looking for a quiet spot. Clean bathrooms with showers, electrical hook up and water near by. “Lake” is small and silty. Perfect spot for a good night sleep, though. $25

Quiet and Good Location

I camp in my vehicle.  The campground has great bathrooms and showers.

Clean and quiet

We got here on  Sunday and the campground was empty except for one other camper. Lots of sites with electric some have water.  Plenty of spigots otherwise around the  grounds. Still $25 but a great deal. Glad the town supports it.  Police patrol often.

City park

$25 a night. Restrooms and showers but did not need them. 30amp and water at some sites. Several spigots around the campground . Back in sites are small. Pull throughs are big rig friendly.  

Quiet 

The campground was mostly empty on July 3rd &amp; 4th. A pay ($25 a night) station is on the honor system. Bathrooms and showers are old but in working order.  A few sketchy looking campers here that look like from the movies breaking bad. If you know what I mean. Good for a night or two only.

Good for a night or two

We spent two nights at this campground. Campground was quiet even for being in a railroad town. Hardly heard any train noise. Bathrooms appeared to get cleaned everyday. Sites have electric to them. Campground person came through every morning and talked to use. The local sheriffs office went through multiple times. Most water spickets did not seem to work so had to haul water from the spicket behind the RV dump station. This campground has issues with gophers and gopher holes. One camper got kicked out after six weeks of not paying while we were there according to the campground attendant. Lot cheaper than getting a hotel room at the cheapest hotel in town. Will stay again when we visit family in town.

Nice and quiet

Lake Shel-oole Campground is a hidden gem in Shelby, Montana! This campground offers a plenty to do.  There are baseball diamonds, a nice little dog run with a couple of obstacles, a fishing dock (although when we were here the lake water was pretty low) and biking trails. If you follow the bike trail it will take you to a paved exercise trail. The facilities are well-maintained, the showers are nice and hot, and the staff is friendly and accommodating. Whether you're traveling in an RV or setting up a tent, the spacious sites provide comfort and convenience. It's an ideal spot.

Lake, Trails and so much more

Nice campground but not many amenities. You fill out a form and submit payment in a box at the entrance. Restrooms are rustic but have showers. Has Electric and Some sites have water and some have picnic tables. Saw the Sheriff making rounds. 

Quiet and grassy City Patk 

An hour and a half east of the St. Mary entrance to Glacier National Park--great when you are (like us) headed east after a long day in the park--this municipal campground exceeded expectations.  A pleasant, well-maintained loop of sites, many with electricity and some with water (although the spigots, on some sites, were bizarrely distant from the normal location near the electrical box, requiring long hoses).  Set in the area below the dam for Lake Shel-oole, with access to the lake from the campground loop.  The lake was low during our stay, so not clear what activities might be available when the water is higher.  Well patrolled, with a bathhouse in the center of the loop, old-school but serviceable, containing flush toilets and hot showers. Relatively far from any highways and train tracks, so (for this part of the world, and unlike many commercial campgrounds) was very  quiet.

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