Crystal Lake Campground
Crystal Lake Campground is a national forest group campground in Montana.
- Type
- National forest group campground
- Location
- Montana
- Coordinates
- 46.79390, -109.51112
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Website
- www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/250004
About Crystal Lake Campground
Crystal Lake Campground is in the shadow of Mt. Harlow at an elevation of 5,700 feet. The 28 campsites are large and widely spaced, and recent removal of hazard trees has left each camp site with expansive views of the surrounding mountains. The largest slot can accommodate a maximum trailer length of 45 feet and is a suitable campground for large RVs. Crystal Lake Campground opens around June 2nd and closes in late October. Nearby trailheads lead to the Crystal Lake Loop Trail and a trail which leads to ice caves. In the summer, Crystal Lake is well-suited for canoeing. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout. During drought years, the lake may dry up by late July. All campgrounds on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest are first-come, first-served. Reservations are not available. Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days in one location. A campground fee is required. Please pay at the self-serve campground fee station. Campsites cannot be reserved by simply paying for the site camper must be present. A food storage order is in effect from March 1st to December 1st to prevent human-bear conflicts on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. Store all unattended food and attractants properly. Please see Food Storage Order for specifics. Open and close dates can vary depending on snowfall conditions. Please call the local district office or check our website. Leashed dogs are welcome. Horses are not allowed in campgrounds. Motorized OHVs must stay on the campground roa
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- American Welding & Gas · 18 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 24 designated routes (35 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Lake Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Crystal Lake Group Campsite | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | No hookups |
| Timber Cr Dispersed | National forest camping area | 4.9 mi | — | — |
| Timber Creek Dispersed Campground | National forest campground | 4.9 mi | — | — |
| East Fork Reservoir Campground | Private campground | 17 mi | — | — |
| Little Snowys Camp | National forest camping area | 19 mi | — | — |
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