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Quartz Creek Campground

7 sitesFirst-come, first-servedIn Glacier National Park
small rustic cabin and tent on lakeshore surrounded by tall conifers
A backcountry patrol cabin on shore of Quartz Lake · NPS / James Greig
Campsites
7
How to get a site
First-come, first-served
RVs
Not allowed
Trailers
Not allowed
Fee
$15 / night
Coordinates
48.7226, -114.2243
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48.7226, -114.2243 · Park boundary: National Park Service

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Quartz Creek Campground is the smallest campground in Glacier National Park and remains in primitive status all season. It is located on the west side of the park in the North Fork area and is accessed by the Inside North Fork Road, a rough, dusty, dirt road with many blind curves and few pullouts. Trailers are not permitted. Tent campers will enjoy a wilderness experience at the campground.

Every day
All Day

Quartz Creek Campground is typically open for the season at the end of June and closes for the season in late October.

  • Winter Closure · Oct 23, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027 · Closed
7 first-come, first-served
Quartz Creek summer fee$15

Campsite capacity is limited to eight people and two vehicles, where space is available. A maximum of two tents per site is permitted. No potable water sources or dump station facilities are provided. There are pit toilets.

Sites are on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Food storage lockers
Yes - seasonal
Toilets
Vault Toilets - seasonal
Trash & recycling
Yes - seasonal
Amphitheater
No
Camp store
No
Cell reception
No
Drinking water
No water
Dump station
No
Firewood for sale
No
Host on site
No
Ice for sale
No
Internet
No
Laundry
No
Showers
None
RVs
Not allowed
Trailers
Not allowed
Access roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classification
Primitive Camping Areas
Wheelchair access

No accessible campsites

ADA facilities

Pit toilets are located in the campground however they are not fully accessible.

Fires & stoves

Picnic tables and fire rings provided. Dead wood on the ground may be collected for use as fuel for campfires along the Inside North Fork Road from Dutch Creek to Kintla Lake.

Also worth knowing

There is no water available at Quartz Creek Campground, it is advised that you bring in your own drinking water. Limited amenities can be found in Polebridge. A trailhead to Lower Quartz Lake is present (6.2 mile one way day hike).

Quartz Creek Campground is located on the west side of the park in the North Fork area. Access is via the North Fork Road, a rough, dusty, dirt road with many blind curves and few pullouts. It is approximately 5.7 miles south of Polebridge.

Glacier's weather is highly variable and can be extreme. Warm days and cool nights are the norm in summer. Even when it's in the 80s and 90s in the daytime it can cool down into the 40s at night. Hikers setting out on a warm summer day, should still bring along rain gear and lots of extra clothing. Dressing in layers is key to a comfortable visit all year long.

Quartz Creek Campground is tucked into a mature forest next to a creek.

Fog sits just above the trees next to the lake. Some sunlight shines through the fog.
NPS Photo
AddressWest Glacier, MT 59936

Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.

National Park Service registry

Checked 2026-08-04

Can you reserve a campsite at Quartz Creek Campground?

No. All 7 sites at Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park are first-come, first-served, so arrive early in the season.

How many campsites does Quartz Creek Campground have?

Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park has 7 campsites.

What is the maximum RV length at Quartz Creek Campground?

Quartz Creek Campground does not take RVs.

How much does it cost to camp at Quartz Creek Campground?

Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park charges $15 per night.

Are there showers at Quartz Creek Campground?

No. Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park does not list showers.

Is there drinking water at Quartz Creek Campground?

No. Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park does not list drinking water.

Is there cell service at Quartz Creek Campground?

No. Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park does not list cell reception.

Is there a dump station at Quartz Creek Campground?

No. Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park does not list dump station.

Is Quartz Creek Campground wheelchair accessible?

Quartz Creek Campground in Glacier National Park: No accessible campsites

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