Upper Whitefish Lake Campground campground
Upper Whitefish Lake Campground
The campground offers a range of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to potable water. There are no electric or water hookups at the campsites, however, there are toilets and a dump station on site.
Campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and there are 25 sites in total.
An interesting fact about the area is that the lake is home to a variety of fish, including trout, which makes it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.
The best time to visit the campground is during the summer months, between June and August, when the weather is warm and the average temperature ranges from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Overall, the Upper Whitefish Lake Campground offers visitors a peaceful and scenic camping experience in Montana's beautiful outdoors.
What's on-site at Upper Whitefish Lake Campground
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 Whitefish Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Meadow Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Red Meadow Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dog Creek Campgrounds | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Stillwater Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Upper Stillwater Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Whitefish Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flathead River At Flathead British Columbia | 2,130 cfs | → |
| N F Flathead River Nr Columbia Falls Mt | 7,430 cfs | → |
| Tobacco River Near Eureka Mt | 388 cfs | → |
| Flathead River At Columbia Falls Mt | 20,800 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Flathead River Nr West Glacier Mt | 6,430 cfs | → |
| S F Flathead River Nr Columbia Falls Mt | 6,630 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Whitefish Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14a17 - Stryker Basin | 43.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Big Mountain Summit: Whitefish | 65.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grave Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grave Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Stahl Peak | 64.0 in | 2.0 in | → |
| Stahl Peak | 63.0 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
Boat launches
- Big Creek River Access Boating Site
- Whitefish Lake Park Boat Access
- Lakeside Boulevard Whitefish
- Canadian Border 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 Upper Whitefish Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Whitefish Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Upper Whitefish Lake Campground?
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 Whitefish Lake Campground?
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 Whitefish Lake Campground.