Apgar Campground
Inside the park · Apgar Village, Lake McDonald
194 sites near Apgar Village on Lake McDonald's south end. Boat access, ranger programs and easy Going-to-the-Sun Road access.
Price
$23
per night
Booking
Books early
Type
Campground
You'll book on Recreation.gov. We don't handle reservations.
Score breakdown
Weighted from seven categories.
Why it scores this way
Apgar is the practical first pick — good family score, showers a short walk away, and the shortest drive onto Going-to-the-Sun Road. Booking is the tough part.
See methodology →Best for
- First-time Glacier visitors
- Families
- Going-to-the-Sun Road day trippers
- Lake McDonald boaters
Good to know before booking
- Coin showers at nearby Camp Store
- Some sites can take up to 40 ft RVs — verify at booking
- Free shuttle to Logan Pass in summer
- Reservations open 6 months in advance and go fast
Best time to camp here
- Best months
- Late June – September
- Higher demand
- July – August
- Weather note
- Nights stay cool even at Lake McDonald elevation.
Amenities
Essentials
- Showers
- Toilets
Site features
- Firepits
- Picnic tables
Comfort & connectivity
- Camp store
Access & activities
- Boat launch
- Trailhead access
- Ranger programs
Tags
Location
Glacier NP, MT
Inside the park · Apgar Village, Lake McDonald
48.529° N, 113.990° W
Open in Google MapsNearby alternatives
Three campgrounds close by, each with a different trade-off.
Data note. Scores are editorial estimates from published park data, amenity lists and seasonal booking patterns — not live availability. Booking availability shown on partner sites is authoritative.
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Last reviewed: January 2026
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