Best camping near Columbia Falls
27 campgrounds · 27 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Columbia Falls, Montana — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 27 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Doris Creek
Good
10.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Doris Creek camping area, located in the state of Montana, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. With its stunning natural surroundings, it attracts campers looking…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Doris Creek Campground
Good
10.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Doris Creek Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Montana. Situated amidst stunning natural surroundings, it offers a range of amenities to make your…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Emery Bay
Good
10.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Emery Bay Campground, located on the eastern shore of Lake McDonald in Montana’s Flathead National Forest, offers 26 established campsites—reservations recommended via…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Emery Bay Campground
Good
10.7 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Emery Bay Campground in Montana offers 26 established, first-come, first-served campsites near the shores of Hungry Horse Reservoir. Reservations are not required, and fees are…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Lost Johnny Campground
Good
11.0 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Lost Johnny Campground is a beautiful camping area located in Montana. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. With picnic tables, fire…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Lost Johnny
Good
11.1 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
The Lost Johnny camping area in Montana offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Nearby points of interest include the Kootenai National Forest, the Cabinet…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Lost Johnny Point
Good
11.1 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
The Lost Johnny Point camping area in Montana offers stunning views of the Missouri River and the surrounding landscape. Nearby points of interest include the Gates of the…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Lost Johnny Point Campground
Good
11.1 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Lost Johnny Point Campground is a scenic camping area located in the state of Montana. It offers a range of amenities to provide campers with a comfortable and enjoyable…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Apgar - Glacier National Park
Good
11.6 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Mild day · high 68°F· No active weather warnings
Apgar campground is located in Glacier National Park in the state of Montana, known for its stunning natural beauty and abundant outdoor activities. Situated on the shores of Lake…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Fish Creek - Glacier National Park
Good
12.4 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Mild day · high 68°F· No active weather warnings
Fish Creek Campground in Glacier National Park, Montana, offers 178 established campsites (no dispersed camping) nestled in a quiet, forested setting near Lake McDonald…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Lid Creek
Good
14.1 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Lid Creek Camping Area, located in Montana, provides stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Nearby points of interest include the Swan River and Glacier National…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Lid Creek Campground
Good
14.1 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Lid Creek Campground is a scenic camping area located in the state of Montana. Situated amidst natural beauty, this campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Fire Island Campground
Good
14.2 mi away
· Cool night · low 41°F· Mild day · high 67°F· No active weather warnings
Fire Island Campground in Montana offers established, first-come, first-served campsites—no reservations or permits required. There’s a small fee per night. Amenities include pit…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
MCDONALD LAKE
Good
16.6 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Mild day · high 68°F· No active weather warnings
McDonald Lake Camping Area, located in the state of Montana, offers a beautiful and serene camping experience. The campground provides several amenities to enhance campers'…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
McDonald Lake Campground
Good
16.6 mi away
· Cool night · low 42°F· Mild day · high 68°F· No active weather warnings
McDonald Lake Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Montana. Situated in a serene and natural environment, it offers a range of amenities to enhance the…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Columbia Falls
The Columbia Falls area has 27 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Columbia Falls
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.