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National Park Service · MT
Glacier Wilderness Camping
Advance wilderness camping reservations and walk-up permits for overnight backcountry itineraries in Glacier.
Permit requiredovernightItinerary dependent
Access requirement
How to get a permit
Permit rules
QuotaA wilderness use permit is required for all overnight camping in Glacier's backcountry.
GroupStandard advance reservation groups are 1-8 campers; large group availability is limited.
FeesReservation and per-person/night wilderness camping fees may apply.
TransferReservation confirmation is not the permit; permits must be picked up before the itinerary.
SafetyBear safety, snow, creek crossings, itinerary mileage, and construction closures can change trip feasibility.
Where to stay
Campgrounds nearby
Official campground records near this destination. Availability is labeled with the source actually checked.
MANY GLACIER CAMPGROUND
Reservable
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov
Avalanche Campground
Reservable
Aug 251Aug 261Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov
Sprague Creek Campground
Reservable
Aug 25—Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 301Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov
ST. MARY CAMPGROUND
Reservable
Aug 2551Aug 26—Aug 27—Aug 28—Aug 29—Aug 30—Aug 31—
Availability: Recreation.gov