Bad Medicine campground
Bad Medicine
When it comes to reservations, it is advised to check with the campground in advance. While some sources mention that reservations are not accepted at Bad Medicine camping area, others suggest that limited reservations may be available, especially for group camping. Therefore, it is recommended to contact the campground directly for accurate and up-to-date information.
The best time of year to visit Bad Medicine camping area is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and offers a wide range of outdoor activities. The campground is located near the Swan Mountains and the Bob Marshall Wilderness, providing ample opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. It is important to note that due to its popularity, the campground may become crowded during peak season, so it is advisable to arrive early to secure a campsite. Additionally, campers should be cautious of the presence of bears in the area and follow necessary safety precautions to avoid any encounters.
What's on-site at Bad Medicine
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Bad Medicine, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Medicine Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dorr Skeels Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dorr Skeels | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Spar Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spar Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Bad Medicine -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clark Fork River Below Cabinet Gorge Dam Id | 50,900 cfs | → |
| Lightning Creek At Clark Fork Id | 610 cfs | → |
| Yaak River Near Troy Mt | 1,470 cfs | → |
| Fisher River Near Libby Mt | 557 cfs | → |
| Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt | 10,100 cfs | → |
| Kootenai River At Leonia Id | 14,300 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Bad Medicine -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Mountain | 41.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bear Mountain | 41.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Heron 2nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Poorman Creek | 7.0 in | 196.0 in | → |
| Poorman Creek | 7.0 in | -3.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Noxon 4.2 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Ross Creek Cedar National Conservation Area
- Kootenai National Forest
- Wilderness Cabinet Mountains
- Round Lake State Park
Boat launches
- Dorr Skeels Road Lincoln County
- Derr Island Road 311, Bonner County
- National Forest Development Road 278 Bonner County
- City Service Road Libby
- State Highway 200 Hope
- Osprey Landing
Paddle runs
- North Fork Bull River, Sec. 32, T29n, R32w To Proposed Cabinet Mtns Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 1, T28n, R32w
- Middle Fork Bull River, Sec. 9, T28n, R33w To Proposed Addition To Cabinet Mtns Wilderness, Sec. 12, T28n, R33w
- Cabinet Mtns Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 3, T27n, R32w To Bull River, Sec. 12, T27n, R33w
- East Fork Bull River, Headwaters, Sec. 13, T27n, R32w To Cabinet Mountains Wilderness Boundary, Sec. 3, T27n, R32w
- Boundary Proposed Addition Cabinet Mtns Wilderness, Sec. To Cabinet Gorge Reservoir
- 9 Miles From Quartz Creek To Surprise Gulch,Two Miles Below Kootenai Falls To 9 Miles From Quartz Creek To Surprise Gulch,Two Miles Below Kootenai Falls
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Bad Medicine as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bad Medicine
Can I make reservations at Bad Medicine?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Bad Medicine?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Bad Medicine.