Upper Nyack Creek campground
Upper Nyack Creek
The campground provides basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There are 11 campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own water as there is no potable water available on site.
One quirky fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of wildlife, including grizzly bears, black bears, and moose. Visitors must take necessary precautions when camping in bear country.
The best time to visit Upper Nyack Creek camping area is from June to September when average temperatures range from 60°F to 75°F during the day and 30°F to 45°F at night. It is important to note that the campground may experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms during the summer months, so visitors should come prepared with appropriate gear.
Overall, Upper Nyack Creek camping area is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse oneself in the breathtaking natural beauty of Montana.
What's on-site at Upper Nyack Creek
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 Upper Nyack Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Woman Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Morning Star Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Atlantic Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Oldman Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Nyack Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Nyack Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Swiftcurrent Cr Ab Swiftcurrent Lk At Many Glacier | 113 cfs | → |
| Swiftcurrent Creek At Many Glacier Mt | 298 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Flathead River Nr West Glacier Mt | 7,490 cfs | → |
| St. Mary River Near Babb Mt | 2,180 cfs | → |
| St. Mary Canal At Intake Near Babb Mt | 54 cfs | → |
| S F Flathead River Nr Columbia Falls Mt | 8,080 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Nyack Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Many Glacier | 2.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Emery Creek | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Emery Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Many Glacier | 1.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| West Glacier | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Pike Creek | 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
- Glacier National Park
- Waterton Lakes National Park Of Canada
- Depot Park Whitefish
- Les Mason State Park
- Whitefish Lake State Park
Boat launches
- Flathead County
- Apgar Flats Horse West Glacier
- National Forest Development Road 38 Flathead County
- National Forest Development Road 5301 Flathead County
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 Upper Nyack Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Nyack Creek
Can I make reservations at Upper Nyack Creek?
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 Upper Nyack Creek?
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 Upper Nyack Creek.