Campground · Beach · Swimming area · Boat ramp · Trail
Big Larch Campground
Big Larch Campground is located on the east shoreline of Seeley Lake within the Lolo National Forest in Montana. A great place to cool off on a hot day, it has a beach and a boat ramp, as well as ample shade for those who just want to relax and enjoy nature.
Listed under Bike trails · Paved & step-free paths · Swimming spots · River access & fishing · Boating & floating · Campgrounds · Wildlife & bird watching
About this place
Big Larch Campground is located on the east shoreline of Seeley Lake within the Lolo National Forest in Montana. A great place to cool off on a hot day, it has a beach and a boat ramp, as well as ample shade for those who just want to relax and enjoy nature. The campground is a favorite of locals, with plenty of space for camping, picnicking and recreating on the water.
Practical information
- Address
- 3335 MT-HWY 83 N Seeley Lake, MT 59868
- Arrival
- From I-90: take exit 109 for MT-200 E and travel for 32.3 mi. Turn left onto MT-83 N and travel 14.0 mi to Seeley Lake, MT. Continue north on Highway 83 for 1 mile. The campground entrance is located on the west side of the highway. Directions to Group Sites: Continue straight at the first fork and the group sites will be on the left.
- Parking
- Parking is allowed in the designated parking spur for each campsite only. Vehicles that do not fit will be charged an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 and must park in the day-use area. No parking along roadways.
- Fees
- Overnight Use: Peak Season (Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day): Single Site: $20 per night (2 vehicles included/site) Additional Vehicle: $5 per night Group Site (A, B): $50 per night
- Hours
- Day use facilities are open year-round from 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily.
- Dogs
- Must be physically restrained on a 6 foot leash.
- Use rules
- Fees charged until 9/8/2026, partially open to free camping in off-season, snow dependent. Loop 2: CLOSED : Open dates for this loop are the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day. Loop 3: CLOSED : Open dates for this loop are the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day. Big Larch Boat Dock Closes 10/1/2026
- Managed by
- Federal agency
- Phone
- 406-677-2233
Activities
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Biking
- Paddling
- Boating
- Water skiing
- Bird watching
Amenities
- Parking
- Restroom
- Water
Accessibility
- Accessible restroom
- Paved surface
Sources
- from fs.usda.gov/r01/lolo/recreation/big-larch-campground updated
- from recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234346 updated