Camping cabins near Somers, Montana provide access to Flathead Lake's 188 miles of shoreline at an elevation of 2,900 feet. The area maintains moderate summer temperatures with July averaging 83°F and evenings cooling to the mid-50s. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from May through October, with many cabin rentals closing earlier in September due to decreasing temperatures and weather conditions.
What to do
Water activities on Flathead Lake: Rent kayaks for exploring the shoreline from Mountain Meadow RV Park and Cabins, located 35 minutes from Somers. "There is a fishing pond. Kayak rentals and a camp store. We love this campground!" notes a visitor to Mountain Meadow RV Park.
Visit Wild Horse Island: Access boat tours to Wild Horse Island State Park from Big Arm State Unit, about 40 minutes southwest of Somers. "This park is gorgeous, most of the sites are along the water, and there's a boat launch and hiking trails too. Staff is very friendly and the views of the lake and Wild Horse Island are incredible!" shares a camper at Big Arm State Unit.
Explore Columbia Falls: Just 25 minutes from Somers, Columbia Falls offers farmers markets and local coffee shops. "Walking distance to a fun coffee shop. Office staff is friendly and helpful. There is often a farmers market in Columbia Falls," reports a reviewer at Columbia Falls RV Park.
What campers like
Lake access and beaches: Many camping locations offer direct lake access with clear water for swimming. "Camped in one of the spots that is right on the lake and could get in the water easily. Water is really clear," states a visitor at Finley Point Unit.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Campgrounds around Somers feature natural habitats where wildlife regularly appears. "Very secluded where we saw deer and enjoyed walking our dogs. The campground was quiet and well maintained," shares a camper at Outback Montana RV Park & Campground.
Community features and entertainment: Some campgrounds offer organized activities and music events during peak season. "They had live music on a Thursday night in a grassy field near the office. Super close to GNP," reports a visitor at Mountain Meadow RV Park and Cabins.
What you should know
Seasonal operating dates: Most cabin rentals around Somers have limited availability from May through September, with some closing earlier. "Stayed here while visiting glacier for a few days... super close to the park entrance," notes a reviewer about Mountain Meadow RV Park.
Variable internet connectivity: Cell service and WiFi quality varies significantly between properties. "AT&T coverage good, with 2-3 bars of LTE and speeds up to 7 MB/s, but throughput did fluctuate a bit. The CG has WiFi, but we could never get more than about 20 KB/s, which is effectively useless," explains a visitor at Mountain Meadow RV Park.
Fire restrictions: Fire policies differ between campgrounds, with some prohibiting individual fires. "You can't have a fire in your own spot but they have several community fire pits stocked with wood that you can use," mentions a visitor at Rollins RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Select campgrounds with dedicated play areas for children. "Great place to camp with children because of the large, grassy playground and swimming area. Showers and a laundry are on site," recommends a visitor at Rocky Mountain Hi Campground.
Kid-friendly swimming areas: Campgrounds with designated swimming spots provide safer water access. "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," shares a Rocky Mountain Hi Campground visitor.
Evening activities: Some campgrounds offer organized family entertainment during summer months. "They do have many great things though: an excellent distance from Glacier and Kalispell, a dog park, and great spots to stay at," notes a visitor at West Glacier KOA Resort.
Tips from RVers
Limited electrical outlets: Many basic cabins have minimal electrical capacity. "All the camp sites have Electric, and water hookups. Some have sewage as well. Make sure you bring an extension cord to hook up your electric just in case you have a short standard cord on your camper," advises a visitor at Glacier Campground.
Site selection strategies: Choose sites based on specific needs rather than availability alone. "The sites across the back(11-16) seem roomier and more offset than the rest. The campground is well maintained, quiet and heavily wooded, although there is a fair bit of road noise from US-2," recommends an RVer at Mountain Meadow RV Park.
Dump station availability: Some campgrounds charge additional fees for dump station use. "There is a dump station, and propane fill up on site. It's $25 to dump," notes a visitor at Glacier Campground.
