Tally Lake campground
Tally Lake
Tally Lake Campground provides a variety of amenities for visitors, including picnic tables, fire pits, potable water, restrooms, and a dump station. The campground is also pet-friendly and has a playground for children. The camping area has 43 sites available, and reservations are required in advance to guarantee a spot.
An interesting fact about Tally Lake is that it is over 1,400 feet deep, making it one of the deepest lakes in Montana. The best time to visit Tally Lake Campground is during the summer months when the weather is mild, and the average temperature is around 70°F.
In conclusion, Tally Lake Campground is an excellent destination for those who are looking for a tranquil and scenic camping experience. With its stunning natural surroundings and nearby attractions, visitors are sure to have a great time.
What's on-site at Tally 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 Tally Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tally Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Star Meadow Guard Station Cabin | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Whitefish Lake State Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Whitefish State Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sylvia Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tally Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flathead River At Columbia Falls Mt | 30,400 cfs | → |
| N F Flathead River Nr Columbia Falls Mt | 11,600 cfs | → |
| S F Flathead River Nr Columbia Falls Mt | 8,190 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Flathead River Nr West Glacier Mt | 10,300 cfs | → |
| Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt | 10,100 cfs | → |
| Fisher River Near Libby Mt | 714 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tally Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Mountain Summit: Whitefish | 65.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hand Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hand Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Kalispell 6.8 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| 14a17 - Stryker Basin | 43.0 in | 4.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Kalispell 2.6 Ne | 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
- Whitefish Lake State Park
- Les Mason State Park
- Depot Park Whitefish
- Lone Pine State Park
- Lost Trail National Wildlife Refuge
- Wayfarers State Park
Boat launches
- Whitefish Lake Park Boat Access
- Lakeside Boulevard Whitefish
- North Ashley Lake Road Flathead County
- Bayou Road Flathead County
- Us 2 Columbia Falls
- Big Creek River Access Boating Site
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 Tally Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tally Lake
Can I make reservations at Tally Lake?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Tally 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 Tally Lake.