Established Camping
Seeley Lake Lolo Campground (MT) — Lolo National Forest
Seeley Lake Lolo Campground, near Seeley Lake, Montana, is a fantastic destination for families and nature lovers alike. With spacious sites and a beautiful setting surrounded by towering pines, it’s a great place to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
The campground offers essential amenities like potable water and vault toilets, making your stay comfortable. Visitors rave about the stunning views and the nearby beach area, perfect for relaxing or taking a dip. One camper noted, “The lake is beautiful and the sites are really close to the lake,” highlighting the campground's scenic charm.
For those eager to explore, there are plenty of hiking trails in the area, including a popular route to Morrel Falls. The fall colors of the tamaracks are particularly breathtaking, making it a prime time to visit. Plus, the proximity to Seeley Lake means you can easily enjoy fishing or boating during your stay.
While some campers mentioned the presence of mosquitoes, the overall experience is enhanced by the peaceful atmosphere and the chance to connect with nature. Whether you’re setting up a tent or parking your RV, Seeley Lake Lolo Campground is a welcoming spot to create lasting memories.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Lolo National Forest
Overview
Seeley Lake Campground is located on the western shore of Seeley Lake, a glacial-formed lake situated in a valley between the Swan and Mission mountain ranges. Seeley Lake is one of a half a dozen lakes within the valley known as the 'Chain of Lakes' through which the Clearwater River flows. Seeley Lake Campground is well known for its picturesque views of the Swan Range and for its towering Western larch trees. The campground receives heavy use and is a popular destination for swimming, boating, fishing, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.
Recreation
The campground is popular for swimming, boating, paddling and picnicking. Anglers cast for a variety of freshwater fish including Kokanee salmon, bass, whitefish, pike, trout and perch, among other species. Water skiing is a popular activity on the lake.__ The Clearwater Canoe Trailhead just North of Seeley Lake offers excellent flat water for viewing wildlife such as blue herons and river otters. The water trail is popular with canoeists and kayakers as it stretches 3.5 miles, or a couple of hours, down the river. The Morrell Falls National Recreation Trail on the East side of the valley offers an incredible day hike exploring recent burns, dense forests, and a large waterfall.__
Facilities
The campground is popular for swimming, boating, paddling and picnicking. Anglers cast for a variety of freshwater fish including Kokanee salmon, bass, whitefish, pike, trout and perch, among other species. Water skiing is a popular activity on the lake.__ The Clearwater Canoe Trailhead just North of Seeley Lake offers excellent flat water for viewing wildlife such as blue herons and river otters. The water trail is popular with canoeists and kayakers as it stretches 3.5 miles, or a couple of hours, down the river. The Morrell Falls National Recreation Trail on the East side of the valley offers an incredible day hike exploring recent burns, dense forests, and a large waterfall.__
Natural Features
The campsites offer the chance to spend time with old growth Western larch trees, a coniferous-decidious tree with distinct needles that turn bright gold in Autumn. Many of these trees are over 500 years old and several feet in diameter. Just a short distance away is the Girard Grove, home of a Western larch tree over 1000 years old and more than seven feet in diameter, known as ___Gus___.__ The area contains a wide variety of wildlife and is home to white-tailed deer, elk, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, moose, grizzly and black bears (learn about bear safety ). Both the bald and golden eagle reside in the forest, along with trumpeter swan, herons and dozens of varieties of ducks.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Seeley Lake, MT on the southeastern tip of the lake offers a variety of recreation services such as boat, canoe, and kayak rentals as well as guide services and resorts. Services like gas, groceries, restaurants, and lodging can also be found in town. Access to a variety of forests, sweeping views, mountain lakes, and rugged peaks can be discovered just a short drive up any of the nearby Forest Service roads. Just a day trip away from Seeley Lake, Glacier National Park is known for a variety of opportunities to explore alpine landscapes, active glaciers, and view unique wildlife. Contact the park for current conditions.__ Missoula, one of Western Montana___s outdoor recreation hubs is about an hour from Seeley Lake, MT. Missoula is a full-service city with 2 hospitals, an international airport, and access to services, hotels, and outdoor activities.
Fee Info
Location
Seeley Lake Lolo Campground (MT) — Lolo National Forest is located in Montana
Directions
Note: The Boyscout Bridge in Seeley Lake, Montana is permanently closed. This campground must be accessed from the North entrance of Boyscout Road. The following directions account for this detour: 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 mi to the town of Seeley Lake, MT. Continue north on Montana Highway 83 for 5 mi (Passed the Seeley Lake Ranger Station). Turn left onto Boyscout Road. Continue for approximately 4 mi and turn left into the entrance of Seeley Lake Campground. For campsites in Loop 1: Take the first right after entering the campground and follow the one-way traffic loop.__ For campsites in Loop 2: Take the first left after entering the campground and follow the one-way traffic loop. Keep right at the fork to access sites 17-26.__ For campsites in Loop 3: Take the first left after entering the campground and follow the one-way traffic loop. Keep left at the fork and continue driving past the Day-Use parking to access sites 27-29.
Address
Seeley Lake Campground
5640 Boy Scout Road
Seeley lake, MT 59868
Coordinates
47.19155 N
113.51951 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups