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Two Medicine Campground and Summit Campground permit pets within designated areas throughout Glacier National Park and adjacent forest lands. Both established campgrounds maintain standard pet policies requiring leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times. Pets must never be left unattended at campsites, even inside vehicles during hot weather. Sleeping Wolf Campground provides basic pet-friendly accommodations with grassy tent sites and RV hookups including water and electricity. St. Mary/East Glacier KOA offers more extensive pet amenities including cabin options that accept dogs. The campground network surrounding Heart Butte spans from basic tent-only sites to full-service RV parks with fire rings and picnic tables. Skyland Road dispersed camping areas provide free options for campers with dogs, though these primitive sites lack facilities like drinking water or waste disposal.
Hiking opportunities with dogs include trails near Summit Trailhead Horse Camp where nearby creeks provide water access for pets. Skyland Road sites offer creek access where dogs can cool off, though small trout populate these waters. Campers should maintain strict food storage protocols as bears frequent the region – one Summit visitor reported a grizzly roaming campsites where food had been left out. Summer temperatures in the Glacier region can fluctuate dramatically; daytime heat requires adequate shade and water for pets while nighttime mountain temperatures drop significantly. The area hosts no nearby emergency veterinary services, so travelers should bring first aid supplies for pets. Mosquitoes become problematic during evening hours, necessitating pet-safe insect protection.
"From the different campsites to the sun setting over the lake, to the people I met. I've never seen so many camp cats on leashes. I think I counted 7 cats out with their owners enjoying nature."
"I bring my waders and float tube and love to fish in the lake. The campground is at the base of a mountain where bear sightings are not uncommon!"
from $90 / night
Check Availability"The RV park has 10 water/power sites all in a row and very close to each other. This is not a park you would hang out in all day."
"Turned out to be a great spot for $10 for dry camping especially considering there isn't much for boondocking nearby. The staff in the office were great. I didn't go in the bathrooms."
"I even had a moose walk about 30 yards passed my tent which was pretty cool. There are hiking trails nearby if you don’t want to drive to Glacier for hiking."
"There is a nice monument here if you just want to stop off while driving by and hit a vault toilet. The sites are quite and secluded for their close proximity to the highway."
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability"This campsite is pretty much just pull-off spots on the side of the road, but it's very peaceful and the road has nearly no traffic other than other campers going to sites."
"This was the perfect spot for us to rest after Glacier before driving to the Tetons. We had beautiful views and a very peaceful night. No bears or signs of bears!"
"This campground is right outside the Two Medicine entrance to Glacier National Park, just as you turn off of Highway 49 onto Two Medicine Rd."
"Yes the road there is bumpy but our camper did just fine just drive slow. Very quick drive to the park!"
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"The sites are practically right on top of each other so it’s important everyone around you is keeping it clean camp. There was grizzly Cat a few hundred feet away and it was big."
"We had great luck fishing at St Mary Lake from the shore. 28” lake trout and 35” burbot among others. One issue we had was finding firewood to buy."
from $90 / night
Check Availability"The main benefit was the close proximity to Two Medicine (within 20 min drive), St Mary’s (40 min drive), and Many Glacier (likely a bit over an hour)."
"We found a nice spot close to the challenge cabin up in Summit that was close to the creek. I the area was big enough for multiple people to camp in."
"The facility are excellent to Montana cleanliness standards. The hosts are always more than helpful. We have always loved traveling in Montana!!!!!!!!!!!"
"It’s close access to Glacier NP. We chose a site without trees for the open sky. The dark night skies here were excellent for star gazing."
from $22 / night
Check Availability"If that is your intent you need to get Go to the Sun Highway access tickets way in advance. We got luck and were able to visit the Highway by taking the bus trip."
"Amazing views and not too far from either entrance to Glacier."
from $45 - $90 / night
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GuideThere are two loops on either side of a small creek, a dry side and a shaded grassy side. There is also a terrific dog park just down the road within walking distance. Great for an overnight and a great price.
GuideWe found a nice spot close to the challenge cabin up in Summit that was close to the creek. I the area was big enough for multiple people to camp in. It didn't get much traffic which was perfect for us since we were looking for a peaceful spot to park. It had good hiking near by which our dog loved. Just watch out for the mosquitos they get really bad in the evening hours so bring bug spray for you and any pets.
ScoutWe decided to take a trip to Glacier National Park with only a few weeks to plan. First off, don’t recommend. But as far for places to go, this KOA is great!! We are in our tent and they have private tent spots that are in trees and away from the main KOA stuff! Pets are allowed and wasn’t an issue to have our 90 lb Rottweiler with us. The KOA itself is very near the park entrance and a lake and has a river running right by it!
RangerLid Creek Campground is in the Hungry Horse Recreation area on the Hungry Horse Reservoir. The lake, Salish Mountains and Montana’s big sky are all front and center here. Lid Creek is 15 miles off U.S. 2 on a very winding but paved road. The road down to the campground is gravel, lots of tight turns but generally in good shape; we did just fine towing our 30 ft travel trailer. Double-check the campsite length when you reserve - some sites are very short and a smallish car would have trouble fitting.
The campsites include picnic table and fire pit, there are vault toilets throughout the campground and bear-proof food boxes - there are definitely bears in the area. Keep pets close by and please store food in the storage boxes. There is NO WATER available at the campground so bring your own or you’ll be frustrated. Camp host was terrific and has firewood at the host site right as you enter the campground. We had 5G of T-Mobile which was very surprising considering how far off the main highway the campground is. West Glacier is about 45 minutes away and a very easy drive from Lid Creek Campground. We loved it!
GuideFirst come first serve. This was my favorite campground. From the different campsites to the sun setting over the lake, to the people I met. I've never seen so many camp cats on leashes. I think I counted 7 cats out with their owners enjoying nature. Plenty of restrooms, and lots of different loops to choose from.
At the time of my visit, there was heavy black bear activity. No soft side camping aloud. You had to stay within reach of your food to be able to quickly grab it and retreat into your vehicle if the black bear was in camp. There was a dead moose on the other side of the lake, so the hiking trail was closed. We did see the bear along the trees, but it didn't come into camp that night.
TravelerNice campground. Busy even as it started to get cold. The sites are practically right on top of each other so it’s important everyone around you is keeping it clean camp. There was grizzly Cat a few hundred feet away and it was big. They are there and not afraid of you.
GuideLake 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.
LegendReally Nice Hike Into This Lake, Camping Is Available outside hiking distance. Rural. The lake is amazingly turquoise blue!! With as beautiful as this place is its actually not as visited as one would imagine but it's a must list in Glacier Montana!!
GuideWe ended up at Lid Creek after the first few campgrounds along the lake were full.
Sites are on the small side, and most are not very flat. There is a good amount of distance between sites and lots of trees so privacy is good.
There are 2 clean vault toilets and trash dumpsters.
Bear boxes are spread throughout.
Each site has a fire ring and picnic table.
Host on site sells fire wood.
Lake access is a just short walk down a trail. There is a great rock beach with plenty of room for kids to play and splash.
We encountered 2 thunderstorms during our stay... Montana weather is always unpredictable.
We had a deer walk through our site early morning, so wildlife is definitely near by.
The Glacier National Park region near Heart Butte sits at elevations ranging from 4,500 to 5,500 feet, creating dramatic temperature fluctuations throughout camping season. Located on Blackfeet tribal lands east of the Continental Divide, this area experiences strong winds common to the eastern front of the Rockies. Summer temperatures typically range from 40°F at night to 80°F during peak days.
Hiking with creek access: Summit Trailhead Horse Camp offers access to multiple trails with nearby water sources for dogs. "We found a nice spot close to the challenge cabin up in Summit that was close to the creek. The area was big enough for multiple people to camp in. It didn't get much traffic which was perfect for us since we were looking for a peaceful spot to park. It had good hiking near by which our dog loved," reports Chloe B.
Mountain biking on forest roads: Skyland Road dispersed camping areas provide direct access to numerous forest service roads suitable for mountain biking. "This was the perfect spot for us to rest after Glacier before driving to the Tetons. We had beautiful views and a very peaceful night. No bears or signs of bears! Enjoyed hammocking with the sound of the stream throughout the night," notes Bethany S.
Fishing for small trout: Multiple creeks surrounding Devil Creek Campground offer fishing opportunities for small trout. "Easy to get to location on the south side of Glacier Park. Wonderful hosts keep everything clean and are available to answer any questions. Stayed two nights and would definitely stay again if we get back that way," says Lisa Z.
Affordability: Sleeping Wolf Campground offers some of the most economical camping in the region. "Turned out to be a great spot for $10 for dry camping especially considering there isn't much for boondocking nearby. The staff in the office were great. I didn't go in the bathrooms," states Joni Z.
Less crowded eastern entrance: The east side campgrounds near Heart Butte provide easier access during peak season. "Two medicine was recommended to us for a less 'touristy' campground. We found an open campsite getting there after noon hour, but don't get there too late they'll eventually fill up. But great variety of trails, beautiful scenery," notes Joseph L. from Two Medicine Campground.
Dark sky viewing: The minimal light pollution makes this area excellent for stargazing. "It's a main hiking spot of Glacier. Lush and green you will find it mixed with Glacier snow and water cascading from the mountain. The experience is worth this stop on your trip through Glacier!" says Carla S. about camping in the region.
Road conditions: Access roads to many dog-friendly campgrounds near Heart Butte can be challenging. "PSA: The road into the campground is rough and the bridge you have to cross is equally as rough. S.L.O.W.," cautions Nancy C. about Red Eagle Campground.
Wildlife safety: Bear activity requires proper food storage in all camping areas. "Not every spot had a bear box but the spots were well maintained," mentions Todd J. about Two Medicine Campground.
Limited connectivity: Cell service is minimal or non-existent at most campsites. "There was no service for Verizon," reports Bethany S. about Skyland Road camping areas, while Laura M. notes "No cell service anywhere here" about Two Medicine Campground.
Reserve early for lakeside sites: Dog-friendly family sites with water access fill quickly. "Absolutely breathtaking! This site has good reviews for a reason. Reservation ONLY. You'll want to book ahead. Don't do what I did- I had to sit outside the ranger station for WiFi at dusk to find only hiking/biking sites available," advises Maddy T. about Two Medicine Campground.
Evening ranger programs: Several campgrounds offer educational evening activities. "This campground is located in Glacier National Park. The views of the lake and surrounding mountains from this campground are spectacular. Make sure you reserve early," recommends Berton M.
Insect protection: Evening mosquitoes can be intense, particularly near water. "Just watch out for the mosquitos they get really bad in the evening hours so bring bug spray for you and any pets," warns Chloe B. about Summit Trailhead Horse Camp.
Limited level sites: Many dog-friendly campgrounds near Heart Butte have uneven terrain. "Not all sites are big rig friendly, even if you technically fit... Basically, if you're in an rv and flatness is important to you, I'd try and get a site along the edges. Those sites were flatter and wider than the sites in the center of the campground," advises Laura M. about camping at Two Medicine Campground.
Dump station locations: Plan waste disposal carefully as facilities are limited. "Dump station and potable water fill at the entrance to the campground," notes Laura M. about Two Medicine Campground.
Generator restrictions: Noise regulations limit generator use in many locations. "Generator hours keep things pretty quiet. Sites are kind of close together and a little open so you don't get a ton of privacy at most of the sites it looked like," reports Tori K. about St Mary Campground.
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