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St. Mary Campground

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St. Mary Campground

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.

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.

Published campsites

total Sites

148

group

2

horse

0

tent Only

7

electrical Hookups

0

rv Only

0

walk Boat To

0

other

0

Published camping fees

St. Mary primitive status

$20 · 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.

St. Mary summer status

$30 · 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.

St. Mary winter status

$0 · 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.

Amenities

trash Recycling Collection

Yes - seasonal

toilets

Flush Toilets - seasonal

internet Connectivity

No

showers

Hot - Seasonal

cell Phone Reception

No

laundry

No

amphitheater

Yes - seasonal

dump Station

Yes - seasonal

camp Store

No

staff Or Volunteer Host Onsite

Yes - seasonal

potable Water

Yes - seasonal

ice Available For Sale

No

firewood For Sale

No

food Storage Lockers

Yes - year round

Accessibility and facilities

wheelchair Access

Loop C: C146, C148 (36 feet)

fire Stove Policy

Picnic tables and fire rings provided.

rv Allowed

1

rv Info

3 sites can accommodate RV or vehicle/trailer combinations up to 40 feet. 22 sites can accommodate up to 35 feet.

rv Max Length

40

additional Info

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.

trailer Max Length

40

ada Info

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.

trailer Allowed

1

access Roads

Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

classifications

Developed Campground