Lower Quartz Lake campground
Lower Quartz Lake
The best time to visit is during the summer months when temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. Visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures at night. The area is known for its wildlife, including bears, so campers should take proper precautions to store food securely. Overall, the Lower Quartz Lake camping area is a great destination for nature lovers seeking a peaceful and scenic retreat in Montana.
What's on-site at Lower Quartz Lake
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 Lower Quartz Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quartz Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bowman Lake - Glacier National Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bowman Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Foot Logging Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ben Rover Cabin | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lower Quartz Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flathead River At Flathead British Columbia | 2,180 cfs | → |
| N F Flathead River Nr Columbia Falls Mt | 7,660 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Flathead River Nr West Glacier Mt | 6,590 cfs | → |
| Swiftcurrent Cr Ab Swiftcurrent Lk At Many Glacier | 113 cfs | → |
| Swiftcurrent Creek At Many Glacier Mt | 237 cfs | → |
| Flathead River At Columbia Falls Mt | 21,200 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lower Quartz Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Flattop Mtn. | 80.0 in | 5.0 in | → |
| Flattop Mtn. | 79.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Big Mountain Summit: Whitefish | 65.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| West Glacier | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Many Glacier | 2.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Many Glacier | 1.0 in | -1.0 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
- Les Mason State Park
- Waterton Lakes National Park Of Canada
- Whitefish Lake State Park
- Depot Park Whitefish
Boat launches
- Big Creek River Access Boating Site
- Canadian Border River Access Boating Site
- Townsite Loop Improvement District No. 04
- Apgar Flats Horse West Glacier
Fishing spots
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 Lower Quartz Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lower Quartz Lake
Can I make reservations at Lower Quartz Lake?
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 Lower Quartz Lake?
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 Lower Quartz Lake.