Top 10 RV Parks Near the Glacier National Park, MT Area

Top 5 reasons why it is a fun place to visit:

1. Visit the Going-To-The-Sun Road
2. Check out the Grinnell Glacier
3. Visit Lake McDonald
4. Dip your toes into the Avalanche Lake
5. Drive up to the Logan Pass

List of top ten RV Parks in the Glacier National Park, MT area:

(Disclaimer: information is a compilation of researched info as published online and does not necessarily reflect the experience or opinion of the author)

The RV parks have been ranked and are listed from “Most Recommended” to “Least Recommended” based on reviews, feedback, amenities, and preference. Cost was not the primary ranking driver.

Please note that weekend RV families with children might have different needs than full-time RV “snowbirds”.

1. Montana Basecamp

Located on 50 acres, this all-year park offers great bonus amenities to make the stay extra-special (like free firewood and free laundry!). You can pick from mountain sunrise or -sunset spots and hike the 22 miles of trails in the area!

What makes this park unique?

“With direct mountain views this large open new construction RV Resort located in Historic Kalispell, MT.  The resort  was designed for your outdoor enjoyment and clean, relaxing, simple access to Glacier National Park. We offer no gravel, dirt or uneven lots. Enjoy paved 1.25 mile bike trail that circles Montana Basecamp. We cater to guests that enjoy outdoor exploration and a comfortable vacation RV lifestyle. 

Full hook up with paved, large sites. Big RV friendly parking with wide yards. Enjoy a resort style set upon arrival. Yards have pavement, fire pit, picnic table, grass and trees.

Complimentary Fiber Optic WIFI and Cellular service throughout the 50 acre resort. The Great Northern Historical Bike Trail is not to be missed.

Bike to Flathead Lake and DownTown Kalispell, MT. Montana Basecamp takes advantage of spectacular long range 360 degree views of Flathead Valley.” (Source: https://montanabasecamp.com/)

2. Lasalle RV Park

Scenic and quiet, this park is a wonderful spot to stay for a while and relax. There are many amenities that make the stay comfortable.

What makes this park unique?

The bathroom and laundry facilities have been newly remodeled in 2020, and the sites are surrounded by trees and gorgeous mountain views.

3. West Glacier KOA

One of the closest KOA’s to Glacier National Park, this place is popular and booked out in advance for months. Because of its location and the RV length restrictions in Glacier National Park, many visitors choose to stay at this park and drive to Glacier NP. Its location also explains the high-end pricing.

What makes this park unique?

Treat yourself to huckleberry ice cream at the Scoops Ice Cream Shoppe or visit the state’s  largest water park in Columbia Falls. Most of all, though, this park is

4. Polson/Flathead Lake KOA

This park is located in a central location for everything there is to do in the area. With top-notch amenities, this park is more than comfortable for a memorable vacation.

What makes this park unique?

According to the park’s Website, they “are centrally located in the Mission Valley, so day trips to Kalispell, Big Fork, Missoula and the National Bison Range are easy. We are on the main route to Glacier National Park, which is also easily accessed from here.

Go on an adventure with area outfitters that offer fishing on the lake, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, or boat tours of Flathead Lake and Wild Horse Island.

There are great museums of the local area and Native American culture. Each July there are Pow-wows nearby the campground, where you’ll experience Native American culture first hand.” (Source: https://koa.com/campgrounds/polson/)

5. Pincher Creek Campground

Located on the north side of Glacier National Park in Alberta, Canada and close to town, this park is a no-frills first-come first-serve campground.

What makes this park unique?

This is an older RV park, but it’s clean and well-maintained. Visitors will enjoy the quiet and scenic midtown location. One can walk pretty much everywhere.

According to their Website, “[t]he campground is great for cyclists, boaters, motorists, RV’s, visitors passing through, or local families needing to “get away” for a weekend.” (Source: http://www.pinchercreek.ca/visit/campground.php)

6. Mountain Meadow RV Park

Located in Hungry Horse, Montana, this park has a combination of RV spots and cabins, nestled in a beautiful meadow and surrounded by breath-taking mountain views.

What makes this park unique?

This 33-acre park is tucked away from the main highway so that you cannot hear the traffic. It’s like a little mountain village by itself, with a guest center/gift shop, a good-sized laundry room, a beautiful fishing pond, horse shoes, two dog parks and trails to stroll. It’s fairly close to the Glacier National Park west entrance.

7. Rollins Restaurant and RV Park

The park stay comes with a complimentary access to the boat launch. There is also a really good restaurant on site that serves delicious buffalo burgers, and the gift shop sells the best Beef, Buffalo and Elk Jerky in all of Montana.

What makes this park unique?

Located in the woods with level gravel sites, this park is a great serene getaway for vacation, or a quiet spot to hunker down as a full-timer! The rates are for full hookups and WiFi, which makes it easy for telecommuters, as well. You can rent out watercraft to enjoy the surroundings on water, as well as on land. This park also has tree top cabins for rent, which is a pretty cool experience!

Note: all sites are back-in only.

8. Riverview RV Park

Located in Glendive, Montana, this park is on the east side of Montana, about 30 miles from the North Dakota border. There is so much to do outdoors all year round, like fishing, hunting, biking, snowmobile riding, ice fishing or snowshoeing.

What makes this park unique?

This park is home to Montana’s largest State Park (located less than a mile from Makoshika State Park) and has mobile homes, as well as a RV section with large shade trees. Because there are railroad tracks right next to the park, there is some train noise. The Yellowstone River is right on the other side of the park.

9. Glacier Campground

Located on 40 acres, this is “old-fashioned camping” with nature for outdoor lovers. With basic amenities and access to fun tourist things, this park offers everything for a fun stay.

What makes this park unique?

This park also offers cute little cabins for rent, which are great for family get-togethers. This park also offers access to golf, mini golf, shopping, rafting, horseback rides and helicopter tours. There are also many options for great local dining. Note: max RV length is 32 feet (not including the tow vehicle).

10. Eagle Nest RV Resort

This established RV resort has many fun things to do and strives to create a community of fellow travelers, with return visitors each year. There’s so much to do for everyone of all ages.

What makes this park unique?

This seasonal park is open from 5/1-10/15. It has great amenities, level sites, shade trees and so many fun things to do outside. This park is great for full-timers and extended stays.

TIPS TO GET TO GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

The Glacier National Park is one of the most breath-taking sites in the United States of America. Located in the northern park of Montana, this National Park is mostly accessible for visit in the late spring to early fall due to challenging road access during wintertime.

Some of the basecamp towns are Kalispell, Whitefish and Columbia Falls. There is a RV length limit when entering the Glacier National Park, as the roads are windy and narrow in many spots, so it is advisable to park your bigger RV outside the National Park and visit the Park for a day (or plan to tent-camp at the many tent campsites inside the Park).

One can get to Glacier National Park via I-90 from Spokane, WA to US-95 and US-2 toward Kalispell, or via I-90 via Missoula to US-93 to Kalispell.