Sprague Creek Campground
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Sprague Creek is a small campground located on the northeast shore of Lake McDonald, just off Going-to-the-Sun Road. The maximum size limit allowed for all vehicles as well as combinations of vehicles and towed units in Sprague Creek Campground is 21 feet in length (including bumpers) and/or 8 feet in width (including mirrors). The campground is located within trees, providing shade during warm summers. Some sites near the shore have unobstructed views of Lake McDonald. All sites require a reservation. Most sites have a 6-month booking window with a good handful having a 4-day booking window. Keep reading
Recreation Amenities such as a camp store, resturant, gift shop, tour buses, boat tours, and horse rides can be found at the historic Lake McDonald Lodge, about a mile away from the campground. Evening programs with a ranger are also located at Lake McDonald Lodge. Use Glacier's free shuttle service at this campground to access other shuttle stops on the Going-to-the-Sun Road. Facilities The campground is small with 21 reservable campsites in close proximity. The sites are best suited for small-footprint tent campers; although small RVs under 21 feet are allowed. No towed units of any size or generators are allowed. Potable water is accessible in the campground, and restroom facilities have flush toilets and sinks with running water. Natural Features Sprague Creek is heavily forested with partial shade. Some sites have views of Lake McDonald. The park is named for its prominent glacier-carved terrain and remnant glaciers descended from the ice ages almost 10,000 years ago. Its diverse habitats are home to nearly 70 species of mammals including the grizzly bear, wolverine, gray wolf and lynx. Over 270 species of birds visit or reside in the park, including such varied species as harlequin ducks, dippers and golden eagles. Nearby Attractions One must-see attraction is Waterton Lakes National Park, Glacier's sister park across the Canadian-U.S. border. As the other half of Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, Canada's Waterton Lakes National Park offers great hiking, scenic boat cruises and several scenic drives all centered around the townsite of Waterton.
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| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administration | Admin Site 1 | management | — | — | yes |
| Administration | Admin Site 2 | management | — | — | yes |
| Cutbank CG | Cutbank CG Scan and Pay | management | — | — | yes |
| Sprague Creek | 01 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | yes |
| Sprague Creek | 02 | standard nonelectric | 17 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 03 | management | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 04 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 05 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 06 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 07 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 08 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 09 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 10 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 11 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 12 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 13 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 14 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 15 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 16 | standard nonelectric | 16 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 17 | standard nonelectric | 18 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 18 | standard nonelectric | 12 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 19 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 20 | standard nonelectric | 15 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 21 | standard nonelectric | 15 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 22 | standard nonelectric | 15 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 23 | standard nonelectric | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 24 | management | 19 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | 25 | management | 21 ft | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 25 SHARED | walk to | — | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 25b | management | — | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 25c | management | — | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 25d | management | — | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 3 SHARED | walk to | — | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 3b | management | — | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 3c | management | — | — | |
| Sprague Creek | Hiker/Biker 3d | management | — | — |
Booking
Most sites have a 6-month booking window; a handful of sites have a 4-day booking window (Recreation.gov facility page). All sites require a reservation; release time not stated by facility (Recreation.gov default applies).
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