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Rocky Mountain Hi Campground features pet-friendly tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping accommodations in Kalispell, just north of Bigfork. The campground maintains a designated dog park where pets can exercise off-leash, while requiring leashes throughout the rest of the property. West Glacier KOA Resort offers two separate dog parks, including an adult-only area with a hot tub nearby and family-friendly sections with pools. Wayfarers State Park Campground on Flathead Lake welcomes pets on leashes no longer than six feet, providing access to shoreline walking trails. Most campgrounds in the Bigfork area enforce standard pet policies requiring owners to clean up waste, prevent excessive barking, and keep pets from being left unattended at campsites.
Middle Fork Flathead River Dispersed camping areas outside Glacier National Park provide free pet-friendly camping options with more relaxed rules, though pets must still be controlled. When hiking with dogs, visitors should note that pets are prohibited on trails within Glacier National Park itself, making the surrounding national forest lands better options for dog-friendly adventures. Campers report the large, fenced dog park at West Glacier KOA as exceptionally well-maintained, making it worth the stay for those traveling with active dogs. Local wildlife considerations necessitate proper food storage in bear-proof containers, especially at dispersed sites where bears frequent the area. Most campgrounds provide clean facilities with hot showers, allowing comfortable extended stays for pet owners exploring the Flathead Lake region and surrounding wilderness areas.
"Very close to the beautiful town of Bigfork and great amenities, yet it feels tucked away. Right on Flathead lake, can’t beat the views!"
"Flathead Lake, boat launch, nice views, short walk from campsites. Big Fork nice nearby small town with a theater, shops, and restaurants."
"West Shore State Park was a beautiful way to spend an afternoon after kayaking to Wild Horse Horse Island State Park nearby. The water was clear and the dogs throughly enjoyed splashing around."
"Great Montana getaway. Facilities were very clean, lake was crispy and fun, sites were well maintained."
from $18 - $24 / night
Check Availability"Nice dog park. Sites are nicely spaced. All hookups worked. Didn’t use bathrooms or showers. Trash dumpsters were conveniently placed around the park. Small store seemed to have all the essentials."
"Awesome location. Quiet. Montana views ..."
from $30 - $56 / night
Check Availability"Some highway traffic noise. Spots are close, but plenty of grass space. Not all have fire pits, so if that is important, be sure to ask. Big unfenced dog playground. Friendly and helpful staff."
"Close to town and lots of amenities nearby. Would stay here again!"
from $52 / night
Check Availability"We brought our short RV and camped next to a horse corral. Our two kids had a great time petting and feeding the two horses and riding bikes around the property. "
"Friendly dogs, and plenty of space! Grateful for the option to use electricity and have access to water. Would love to stay again if ever in the area!"
from $55 / night
Check Availability"It was the cheapest option around the Flathead we could find and we were not disappointed! It was perfect for our needs that week."
from $18 - $140 / night
Check Availability"Swan Lake Campground in the Flathead in National in Forest near Ferndale/Bigfork Mt is a beautiful wooded campground with lots of wooded private campground spots."
"Short walk to day use and water access on Swan lake and 16 min to Bigfork, hour to West Glacier. The camp hosts were so nice and sold firewood for $6/bundle."
from $22 - $250 / night
Check Availability"9/13/19 West Glacier, Montana West Glacier KOA Resort
Most beautiful location of the KOAs I've stayed at. Nestled against the mountains and less than 3 miles to Glacier National Park. "
"The bathhouse near us was a dated design style but very clean and well stocked. Lots of families with kids onsite, I can see why with all the great amenities."
"It’s so close to the National Park entrance and a beautiful place to stay. The road is a bit bumpy getting down here but there’s plenty of room for tent camping and RVs. Be careful though!"
"Perfect spot for camping outside the west entrance, about 25 minutes away. That road is a little rough coming in but it’s short and manageable, even saw a little Mazda make it in."
"Great camping spot right off the highway with plenty of space view of a great River you get to fall asleep listening to. There's even trash disposal and campfire pits."
"Be prepared for a colder night because of your proximity to the water. The only negative thing about this campsite were the masses of mosquitoes and other bugs."
RangerWe loved this campground!
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Pet friendly! Kid friendly! Adult friendly!
Great dog park, kids area ok, walking distance to store. Driving (15 min) to Glacier National Park. Restaurants close, wonderful fire pits!
Staff was kind and helpful
GuideWe stayed here for 4 nights. Only 5 minutes away from West Glacier Park entrance. Close by is a zip line attraction with a blow up slide in water for the little ones and bounce house obstacle with a slide. Also an adventure park that has go karts, bumper cars, lazy river etc. Great location with so much to do outside the park. We had a corner spot which I really liked for some privacy. Each site has its own fire pit which was nice. Wi-Fi in my opinion worked great. Has a dog park and a little playground for kids. Laundry room and bath houses were very clean. Also has an arcade and loved how they use honesty policy during closed hours where you can pick up firewood or ice and pay the next morning:) I definitely recommend and will come back for another Montana adventure.
ScoutLove that they have 2 dog parks! WiFi is great, campsites are spacious, amenities are easily accessible and you’re a close walk to the village and entrance of the park.
Legend9/13/19 West Glacier, Montana
West Glacier KOA Resort
Most beautiful location of the KOAs I've stayed at. Nestled against the mountains and less than 3 miles to Glacier National Park.
Lots of sites to choose from. Ours was a pull thru with nice vegetation between. Fire pit with benches and picnic table. Some sites are close together with no privacy. Some have gas grills and patio furniture. There are cabins and tent sites as well. Bathhouse was average. The cafe was open for breakfast and dinner.Ice cream shop closed for the season. Amazing pool! Nice play area, dog parks. Really nice camp store, firewood available. KOA Workshop on site. RV wash and dog grooming by appointment.
GuideLOVED our stay here. We got a prized corner spot with privacy of trees. So nice to have a grassy site, too. Super close to West Glacier, East Glacier is much more of a drive, but we knew that. Quiet and peaceful. Some highway noise but not terrible. Great dog park that we thoroughly enjoyed. We were sad to leave after five days!
RangerThis place was nice. The staff was so friendly. Cafe with giant cinnamon rolls hit the spot. Showers were nice and hot. We were in the middle of tall trees which provided shade later in the day. Nice big dog park. Location is close the west Glacier entrance
LegendGreat amenities onsite. The staff was incredibly friendly and kind. The bathhouse near us was a dated design style but very clean and well stocked. Lots of families with kids onsite, I can see why with all the great amenities. During off season kids are allowed to swim in adult pool and hot tubs. Great spacious off leash dog park onsite. A second smaller K9 park onsite was still nicely maintained. It’s snug, so unless you pay for more spacious sites expect to be close to neighbors. Some of the cabin renters were loud with radios blaring but they were on the opposite side of the park so we didn’t report the noise. Plenty of supplies available at store. Some of the sites had lovely views of the mountains. The nature trail at the KOA was very muddy and some sections had such large mud holes that you couldn’t avoid getting your shoes wet. They should put some gravel or something back there. Just be prepared to get your shoes dirty if you walk it. Despite the muddiness, we found it was a lovely nightly loop to walk.
If you plan to drive going to the sun road: make sure it’s open. And be sure and get a reservation/register your vehicle for Glacier/going-to the-sun road if visiting summer 2022. Go eat at Dan d Lion cafe for a crazy savory meal. You won’t believe it’s vegan and gluten free. Insanely good. Great prices in Hungry Horse for souvenirs. West Glacier was definitely the better stay than East Glacier in our opinion. Much more easy access to stores, restaurants, etc. Whitefish MT had the coolest off leash dog park we’ve ever seen! If you have your 4-legged-bff with you - you simply must take your pup to that park (you’re welcome!) Lake McDonald is a great place to see the mountains and take beautiful pictures. You need bear spray if you go hiking anywhere here. Also, no dogs on trails, of course.
ScoutThis place is resort level camping. Two pools, two dog parks, hottubs, two shower houses, and fancy restaurant.
ScoutArrived late with no reservation and office closed but kind cheery owner, David found a spot for us, bending the rules a bit. Our stay was lovely, couldn’t ask for more, was mostly quiet since 41 is toward back, away from road. The bathrooms/showers were seriously palatial and very tidy/clean, way better than many hotels I’ve stayed at. Also liked the dog park at the front.
Bigfork camping options range from lakeside state parks to riverside dispersed sites in the northern Montana wilderness. Summer temperatures typically reach 80-85°F with cool evenings dropping to 45-50°F. Fall camping season extends through mid-October with temperatures cooling to 60°F daytime highs, making it ideal for wildlife viewing around Flathead Lake.
Water recreation at Flathead Lake: West Shore Unit at Flathead Lake State Park offers kayak and paddleboard rentals right on site. "The water was clear and the dogs throughly enjoyed splashing around. Us humans enjoyed swimming in water where we could actually see if anything was swimming around us," shares Elizabeth G.
Horseback adventures: Camp near friendly horses at Honey's Place RV Spot. "We parked our RV next to a fenced in pasture with two friendly horses, Foxy and Lil Dwight," explains Max N. Children particularly enjoy "petting and feeding the two horses and riding bikes around the property."
Scenic hiking trails: The Swan River Nature Trail provides a convenient 2-mile flat gravel path perfect for all abilities. "We did find a great running trail (Swan River Nature Trail) nearby that was 2 miles one way- flat and smooth gravel so no worries about rolling an ankle. Highly recommended!" says Julia M. from Outback Montana RV Park.
Wildlife observation: Dawn and dusk offer prime viewing opportunities around Swan Lake Campground, where "in the evening we could hear the wolves howling," according to Sallie H. Bald eagles frequent the Middle Fork Flathead River area, with one camper noting "We kept on going past the main beach to the tree covered area and found our slice of heaven... We also saw a bald eagle!"
Private, wooded campsites: Swan Lake Campground provides secluded sites with natural spacing. "Swan Lake Campground in the Flathead National Forest near Ferndale/Bigfork MT is a beautiful wooded campground with lots of wooded private campground spots," notes Cheree H. These sites feature "paved pads, and decent shade in the Ponderosa loop."
Dog-friendly accommodations: Many pet-friendly campgrounds near Bigfork offer designated areas for dogs. Glacier Campground welcomes pets and provides shaded sites just one mile from Glacier National Park. "Despite the snug fit, I never developed any blisters even after more than 40 miles of walking in them," reports Janet R., who enjoyed hiking with her dog around the area.
Family-oriented amenities: Rocky Mountain Hi Campground provides excellent recreation options. "The kids could play all day in the great park with a whole western town set up and swimming hole in the creek, volleyball net and paved roads to scooter and roller blade," explains Jennifer H. The campground also offers "super clean showers in the bathhouse and very friendly staff."
Evening entertainment: Several campgrounds feature special evening programs. West Glacier KOA Resort offers "live music available each night in a very open inviting area that looks out at the mountains," according to Andrew. The resort-style camping includes "two pools, two dog parks, hottubs, two shower houses, and fancy restaurant."
Bear safety requirements: All camping areas near Bigfork require proper food storage. "Bears are active in this area," warns Cheree H. about Swan Lake Campground. Most campgrounds provide "bear food lockers and enclosed trash bins" for safety.
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