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McGillivray Campground (MT)

McGillivray Campground (MT)Photo: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
39
sites
May–Oct
best months

Is McGillivray Campground (MT) open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Kootenai National Forest. It doesn't name McGillivray Campground (MT), so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Kootenai National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 39 sites for tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 2,493 ft
  • Near LibbyLibby Ranger District · Kootenai National Forest

McGillivray Campground has 33 total campsites and provides reservation opportunities for two group sites within the campground loops and a large group shelter located within the facility . The two smaller group sites in the campground will accommodate up to 25 people each. The group shelter will accommodate up to 200 people making it great for reunions and receptions. A high and low water boat ramp, swim beach and picnic area are also available at McGillivray Campground Recreation Fishing derbies are held multiple times each year and anglers can expect kokanee salmon, whitefish and a variety of trout.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.

  • Best time to go · May–Oct

    Best time to visit McGillivray Campground (MT)

    Best months: May–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      35° / 21°

      14 wet

    2. Feb

      40° / 21°

      11 wet

    3. Mar

      49° / 26°

      12 wet

    4. Apr

      58° / 31°

      11 wet

    5. May

      68° / 39°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      75° / 46°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      85° / 50°

      7 wet

    8. Aug

      85° / 49°

      6 wet

    9. Sep

      74° / 42°

      8 wet

    10. Oct

      57° / 34°

      12 wet

    11. Nov

      42° / 27°

      14 wet

    12. Dec

      34° / 23°

      15 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Libby Dam (Base), MT, 5.1 mi away at 2,110 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

McGillivray Campground (MT)

39 sites for tent and RV camping

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