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Lewis & Clark/Summit
Overview
Lewis & Clark/Summit offers a unique, high-altitude experience for travelers exploring the rugged landscape of Montana. Situated near the Continental Divide, this park serves as a tranquil gateway to the wilderness. It combines a sense of history with the practical needs of modern RVers, providing a rustic atmosphere that matches the surrounding peaks and alpine meadows.
Location & Surroundings
Located on US Highway 2 at Marias Pass, the park sits at an elevation of over 5,200 feet. This location provides a dramatic backdrop of mountain ranges and easy access to the southern boundary of Glacier National Park. The environment is characterized by fresh mountain air, breezy conditions, and proximity to the Lewis and Clark National Forest, making it a scenic stop for those traveling between the east and west sides of the divide.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is designed to accommodate various setups, featuring full hookup sites with both 30 and 50-amp service. Essential facilities include:
- Gravel pull-through sites for easy access
- Clean on-site laundry and shower facilities
- Pet-friendly areas for travelers with animals
While the setting is rugged, the park provides the necessary infrastructure for a reliable basecamp, including communal spaces for enjoying the crisp evening air.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw is the Two Medicine region of Glacier National Park, located just a short drive away. Visitors can explore numerous hiking trails, crystal-clear lakes, and boat tours. Near the park, the Marias Pass Monument and the Great Northern Railway memorial offer local historical insights. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography, with grizzly bears, moose, and mountain goats frequently spotted in the area.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for travelers who prefer a quiet, mountain retreat over the more crowded resort-style parks found elsewhere. It is perfectly suited for those who appreciate a no-frills, natural environment and easy access to hiking. Because of its location on the pass, it is an excellent choice for big-rig owners looking for a convenient, accessible stop while transitioning through the challenging terrain of the Montana Rockies.
Amenities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Ronan Swim
This is a good campground Cheap Close to glacier Really well kept Running water at spigots Seeing the Continental divide and the CDT run through the campground is awesome The tables are made of granite or something Would definitely come back
Jim T
Decent campground alternative when Glacier is full. It allows you to access the park from both sides. Primitive, no hook ups, pit toilets.
Dan Morgan
Love this USFS campground. Same host 5 years running. They keep it clean as well as the rest area.
Jeff Sorge
Nice campground but the hosts DO NOT KEEP THE PIT TOILET CLEAN. Even after I called the Ranger Station. 1st time I ever seen such lazy hosts.. Fresh water sources running with no shut off just wasting 1000s of gallons of water.. SHAME
Timothy F
Noisy. Next to highway and train tracks. Statue in pic is of a white man that saw a path made by Native Americans and decided to take it for the railroad. How many died. I Don't agree about taking down statues to erase history but if they're going to do it that's one statue that ought to go.
Dan Johnson
Very nice Trains were a bit much. No dump or garbage facilities.
Richard Stolitza
Nice camp hosts. Asked the hosts a few questions but they didnt know much and just sent you into town. No garbage collection area.
Overland Generation
Except for the train.. Temps are a bit warmer than other camping in area.
Laurie Schwab
The campground was very clean and well maintained and beautiful! The only thing that keeps it from being 5 stars is that it's very near the highway, and right across the highway is a train track, so with highway noise and train noise it tends to be a little loud.
David Roberts
Clean, inexpensive national forest campground. We had site 15, which was pretty close to the highway Like other reviews mentioned, you can hear the freight trains struggling up the hill to the summit. They were just on the other side of the road and they seem to go by about every hour. It's pretty loud, especially in a tent, but it didn't bother us too much because we were really tired after a day at Glacier National Park There were a lot of mosquitos at our site. Be sure to bring repellent