St. Mary Campground
48.7517, -113.4424 · Park boundary: National Park Service
St. Mary Campground is the largest campground on the east side of Glacier National Park and is open year-round. Activities such as interpretive programs, book sales, and shuttle service tours are located at the nearby St. Mary Visitor Center. St. Mary requires a reservation throughout the season. Though shade may be sparse, aspen trees grace St. Mary Campground with soothing sounds from spring and summer breezes, and colorful splashes of yellow late in the season.
- Every day
- All Day
St. Mary operates year-round. All sites require reservations during the spring, summer, and fall. A portion of the campground is open during the winter months in primitive status. Reservations are NOT required in the winter. All sites in St. Mary Campground will be closed to camping from January 1, 2027–June 30, 2027 due to construction.
- Primitive Spring Season · Apr 18, 2027 – May 21, 2027 · Every day All Day
- Primitive Fall and Winter Season · Sep 12, 2026 – Apr 17, 2027
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Campsite capacity is limited to eight people and two vehicles, where space is available. A maximum of two tents per site is permitted. Sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Campsite capacity is limited to eight people and two vehicles, where space is available. A maximum of two tents per site is permitted. Sites can be reserved mid-May through mid-August. Individual campsites may be reserved up to 6 months in advance. The two group sites can be reserved up to a year in advance.
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 during the primitive camping season. Comfort stations are closed; use vault toilets located in the campground.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Campground sites can be reserved April 18 through October 31, 2026. Reservations are NOT required during the winter months. Reservations must be made through Recreation.gov. Individual campsites may be reserved up to 6 months in advance. The two group sites can be reserved up to six months in advance.
- Amphitheater
- Yes - seasonal
- Drinking water
- Yes - seasonal
- Dump station
- Yes - seasonal
- Food storage lockers
- Yes - year round
- Host on site
- Yes - seasonal
- Showers
- Hot - Seasonal
- Toilets
- Flush Toilets - seasonal
- Trash & recycling
- Yes - seasonal
- Camp store
- No
- Cell reception
- No
- Firewood for sale
- No
- Ice for sale
- No
- Internet
- No
- Laundry
- No
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
- RVs
- Allowed · up to 40 ft
- Trailers
- Allowed · up to 40 ft
- Access roads
- Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
- Classification
- Developed Campground
Loop C: C146, C148 (36 feet)
Restroom facilities provide flush toilets and sinks with running water. When the campground is open for primitive or winter camping, there is no water available. Nearby St. Mary Visitor Center offers evening programs in accessible St. Mary Visitor Center Auditorium.
Picnic tables and fire rings provided.
Showers are located in Loop C for registered campers only. Group sites: C139, C140 (32 feet) Tent only sites: A29, A39, B52, B58, B61, B79, B87 St. Mary Visitor Center is near by. The visitor center offers interpretive programs, free shuttle service, and Red Bus tours leaving from the center. Just outside the park, you will find amenities such as restaurants, gift shops, camp stores, gas, and a grocery store.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Located approximately one half mile west of the park boundary, near the town of St. Mary. Latitude, Longitude: 48.75083, -113.44694 48°45'3"N, 113°26'49"W
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.
The St. Mary Campground sits on a gently sloping hill above St. Mary Lake. The area is mostly open and has expansive views across the lake to sharp mountain peaks. Bushes and aspen trees grow sporadically in and around the campground. Most of the area is grassy but an old paved road takes you to each camp site.
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