The best lakeside camping near Alberton

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Lake camping in Alberton puts you close to water and wild landscape, with over 460 options right on the shoreline or tucked nearby. Average nightly rates sit around $50, but you’ll find spots starting at $30 if you’re quick. Look for campsites like Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping (61 reviews), The Ponderosa (46 reviews), and The Hohnstead (10 reviews), all favorites for their easy access to hiking trails, wildlife-watching, and horseback riding. Most sites allow campfires, have toilets on-site, and welcome pets. Expect a mix of tent clearings and rustic glamping setups; wake up to loons calling or trout jumping. Bring layers—the weather changes fast—and don’t forget your binoculars. Alberton’s lakes pull in locals for fishing at dawn and quiet paddles at sunset. If you want a site where you can step out of your tent and skip stones at the water’s edge, you’re in the right place.

97% (148) 45 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Alberton

Swan Adventure Acres

1. Swan Adventure Acres

94%
(18)
48mi from Alberton · 2 sites · RVs
My property is less than a mile off MT-83, between Seeley Lake and Condon. I back up to both Lolo and Flathead National Forest. Less than a quarter mile from the back of my land are trail systems for all kinds of recreation. Off road, hunting, hiking, fishing. Minutes to Lindbergh Lake. Only 15 minutes to all Seeley Lake has to offer. Enjoy the wilderness as your backyard, but still have easy access to town and great ATT cell service. The access road is a little rough, but I can get my 40ft class A up with no issue.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from 
$41
 / night
Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping

2. Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping

99%
(78)
10mi from Alberton · 15 sites · Lodging
A sanctuary away from everyday life, where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Yurt has electricity, a wood stove for heat in winter, a beautiful outdoor kitchen and bathhouse, and a year round creek nearby. Only 45 minutes from Missoula Montana. Games and books in the yurt. Cedar outhouse. Lots of extras to make for a truly remarkable glamping experience. We offer breakfast and french press organic coffee for an additional fee. Mostly secluded, situated above our garden and raspberry patch, so we are on that side of the garden early on summer mornings.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$81
 / night
The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

3. The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

100%
(4)
35mi from Alberton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Waterfront serenity tucked into the timeless beauty of an old homestead. Gods Country. A place where the past lingers gently, offering quiet moments and a slower rhythm, steeped in the spirit of simpler times. The property has a railroad track nearby with trains running several times a day. There is no whistle, but if you are a light sleeper the rumble may be a disturbance. 23.5 hours a day are incredibly peaceful. The other half hour is a nostalgic sound track, echoing the spirit of American industry that helped build a nation!
Pets
Toilets
Picnic table
from 
$30
 / night
Lolo National Forest

4. Lolo National Forest

92%
(12)
395 sites · Alberton, Montana
You are going to be filled to the brim with glee when you discover Lolo National Forest. Seriously; this is the kind of place you can stand with your feet in a crystal clear stream, bighorn sheep filling the meadow, with the sun setting behind snowcapped mountain peaks in the distance. And that’s just a roadside pull off! With over two million acres to explore, hikers, bikers and backcountry seekers will be stoked on the supa-lush forest, and trails like Cougar Peak Lookout and the Lolo Peak trail (which we assure you is not low-low). Boat for a day in Seeley Lake, or cast a line into pristine mountain streams for a try at the trout. Dinner is going to taste great over the campfire! Through the meadows or up the peaks, it’s easy enough to get your share of adventure at Lolo.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Bitterroot National Forest

5. Bitterroot National Forest

100%
(12)
237 sites · Conner, Montana
The Bitteroot National Forest provides sugar-sweet offerings to your senses. You can smell the aroma of wildflowers, taste the trout sizzl’n in your skillet, feel the wintry water as you dive into alpine lakes, hear the roar of raging rapids, and view the rugged peaks of the Bitteroot Ranges silhouetted by Montana sky. Hot damn! This is the place to be. With over 1.6 million acres, the Bitteroot provides heaps, loads, and bundles of outdoor recreational bliss. The forest has plentiful big game, the rivers are calling your kayak's name, the camping is otherworldly, and you can rent log cabins or fire lookouts (ooohwee)! What you waiting for, cowgirls and cowboys? Time to saddle up and experience the best the big sky country has to offer.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
The Ponderosa

6. The Ponderosa

89%
(62)
50mi from Alberton · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
This property sits on a ridge line that ties into the Mission Mountains.  Very close to town but definitely in the wild.  Our views span the entire length of Flathead Lake and the Mission Mountains.  A clear day shows the beautiful Glacier Park in the distance.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$32
 / night
The Hohnstead

7. The Hohnstead

100%
(10)
38mi from Alberton · 6 sites · Lodging
We are modern-day homesteaders who have worked from bare land to build simple necessities into suitable amenities, into small luxuries. For us, having a roof over our head, a campfire to share stories with our guests, an outdoor shower, electricity, water, a peaceful forest that surrounds us - they are all luxuries that we love, and sharing them with our guests makes hosting the best job ever! 
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$189
 / night
Peaceful Lake View Retreat

8. Peaceful Lake View Retreat

100%
(3)
49mi from Alberton · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
This property is close to town and amenities but it doesn't fee like it! Rolling hills and tall pine and fir trees hem you in leaving an open view to Flathead Lake. There is an old log cabin, a new beautiful bathhouse, and a full-hook-up RV pad with stellar views. Peaceful, private location with easy access to Polson and Highway 35.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$90
 / night
Idaho Panhandle National Forests

9. Idaho Panhandle National Forests

89%
(37)
546 sites · Clark Fork, Idaho
It doesn’t get much prettier than the Idaho panhandle. Situated between Big Sky Country of Montana and the vibrant evergreen fields of Washington (which seriously look Photoshopped to the naked eye), this forest holds more than half the state’s surface waters, and wilderness vibes are guaranteed by the deer, elk, bear, caribou, and wolf populations who call this spot home. Moist maritime air comes in from the Pacific coast, and historic cabins dot the landscape. Near Spokane and the border can get busy on the weekends, but with this much acreage you can always find seclusion here. Make sure to check out at least a portion of the bikeable and walkable Hiawatha Trail—weaving 15 miles through tunnels and across high steel trestles in the Bitterroot Mountains, it’s been called one of the most scenic stretches of railroad in the country.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Flathead National Forest

10. Flathead National Forest

79%
(26)
300 sites · Swan Lake, Montana
The Flathead National Forest is all about its geography. It lies in the heart of the Rockies, just west of the continental divide, and a pinch south of the Canadian Border. With geography like this, landscape magic is bound to occur, and it does. With over 2.4 million acres, the Flathead features three wilderness areas, impressive ski areas, commanding wild ranges, meandering streams, and raging rivers (this list could go on). Spend your days hiking, rafting, wildlife viewing, snowshoeing, and fishing. At night shack up in a Forest Service cabin or pitch a tent beneath the northern lights. Get the fire roaring, raise your bottle, and make a toast to the Flathead and her geographic magic!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Placid Lake State Park

11. Placid Lake State Park

100%
(3)
40 sites · Seeley Lake, Montana
Discover Placid Lake State Park's serene beauty and outdoor fun.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

Lake camping in Alberton puts you close to water and wild landscape, with over 460 options right on the shoreline or tucked nearby. Average nightly rates sit around $50, but you’ll find spots starting at $30 if you’re quick. Look for campsites like Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping (61 reviews), The Ponderosa (46 reviews), and The Hohnstead (10 reviews), all favorites for their easy access to hiking trails, wildlife-watching, and horseback riding. Most sites allow campfires, have toilets on-site, and welcome pets. Expect a mix of tent clearings and rustic glamping setups; wake up to loons calling or trout jumping. Bring layers—the weather changes fast—and don’t forget your binoculars. Alberton’s lakes pull in locals for fishing at dawn and quiet paddles at sunset. If you want a site where you can step out of your tent and skip stones at the water’s edge, you’re in the right place.

97% (148) 45 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Alberton

Swan Adventure Acres

1. Swan Adventure Acres

94%
(18)
48mi from Alberton · 2 sites · RVs
My property is less than a mile off MT-83, between Seeley Lake and Condon. I back up to both Lolo and Flathead National Forest. Less than a quarter mile from the back of my land are trail systems for all kinds of recreation. Off road, hunting, hiking, fishing. Minutes to Lindbergh Lake. Only 15 minutes to all Seeley Lake has to offer. Enjoy the wilderness as your backyard, but still have easy access to town and great ATT cell service. The access road is a little rough, but I can get my 40ft class A up with no issue.
Electrical hookup
Pets
from 
$41
 / night
Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping

2. Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping

99%
(78)
10mi from Alberton · 15 sites · Lodging
A sanctuary away from everyday life, where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Yurt has electricity, a wood stove for heat in winter, a beautiful outdoor kitchen and bathhouse, and a year round creek nearby. Only 45 minutes from Missoula Montana. Games and books in the yurt. Cedar outhouse. Lots of extras to make for a truly remarkable glamping experience. We offer breakfast and french press organic coffee for an additional fee. Mostly secluded, situated above our garden and raspberry patch, so we are on that side of the garden early on summer mornings.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$81
 / night
The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

3. The Orchard On The Ol’ Homestead

100%
(4)
35mi from Alberton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Waterfront serenity tucked into the timeless beauty of an old homestead. Gods Country. A place where the past lingers gently, offering quiet moments and a slower rhythm, steeped in the spirit of simpler times. The property has a railroad track nearby with trains running several times a day. There is no whistle, but if you are a light sleeper the rumble may be a disturbance. 23.5 hours a day are incredibly peaceful. The other half hour is a nostalgic sound track, echoing the spirit of American industry that helped build a nation!
Pets
Toilets
Picnic table
from 
$30
 / night
Lolo National Forest

4. Lolo National Forest

92%
(12)
395 sites · Alberton, Montana
You are going to be filled to the brim with glee when you discover Lolo National Forest. Seriously; this is the kind of place you can stand with your feet in a crystal clear stream, bighorn sheep filling the meadow, with the sun setting behind snowcapped mountain peaks in the distance. And that’s just a roadside pull off! With over two million acres to explore, hikers, bikers and backcountry seekers will be stoked on the supa-lush forest, and trails like Cougar Peak Lookout and the Lolo Peak trail (which we assure you is not low-low). Boat for a day in Seeley Lake, or cast a line into pristine mountain streams for a try at the trout. Dinner is going to taste great over the campfire! Through the meadows or up the peaks, it’s easy enough to get your share of adventure at Lolo.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Bitterroot National Forest

5. Bitterroot National Forest

100%
(12)
237 sites · Conner, Montana
The Bitteroot National Forest provides sugar-sweet offerings to your senses. You can smell the aroma of wildflowers, taste the trout sizzl’n in your skillet, feel the wintry water as you dive into alpine lakes, hear the roar of raging rapids, and view the rugged peaks of the Bitteroot Ranges silhouetted by Montana sky. Hot damn! This is the place to be. With over 1.6 million acres, the Bitteroot provides heaps, loads, and bundles of outdoor recreational bliss. The forest has plentiful big game, the rivers are calling your kayak's name, the camping is otherworldly, and you can rent log cabins or fire lookouts (ooohwee)! What you waiting for, cowgirls and cowboys? Time to saddle up and experience the best the big sky country has to offer.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
The Ponderosa

6. The Ponderosa

89%
(62)
50mi from Alberton · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
This property sits on a ridge line that ties into the Mission Mountains.  Very close to town but definitely in the wild.  Our views span the entire length of Flathead Lake and the Mission Mountains.  A clear day shows the beautiful Glacier Park in the distance.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$32
 / night
The Hohnstead

7. The Hohnstead

100%
(10)
38mi from Alberton · 6 sites · Lodging
We are modern-day homesteaders who have worked from bare land to build simple necessities into suitable amenities, into small luxuries. For us, having a roof over our head, a campfire to share stories with our guests, an outdoor shower, electricity, water, a peaceful forest that surrounds us - they are all luxuries that we love, and sharing them with our guests makes hosting the best job ever! 
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$189
 / night
Peaceful Lake View Retreat

8. Peaceful Lake View Retreat

100%
(3)
49mi from Alberton · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
This property is close to town and amenities but it doesn't fee like it! Rolling hills and tall pine and fir trees hem you in leaving an open view to Flathead Lake. There is an old log cabin, a new beautiful bathhouse, and a full-hook-up RV pad with stellar views. Peaceful, private location with easy access to Polson and Highway 35.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$90
 / night
Idaho Panhandle National Forests

9. Idaho Panhandle National Forests

89%
(37)
546 sites · Clark Fork, Idaho
It doesn’t get much prettier than the Idaho panhandle. Situated between Big Sky Country of Montana and the vibrant evergreen fields of Washington (which seriously look Photoshopped to the naked eye), this forest holds more than half the state’s surface waters, and wilderness vibes are guaranteed by the deer, elk, bear, caribou, and wolf populations who call this spot home. Moist maritime air comes in from the Pacific coast, and historic cabins dot the landscape. Near Spokane and the border can get busy on the weekends, but with this much acreage you can always find seclusion here. Make sure to check out at least a portion of the bikeable and walkable Hiawatha Trail—weaving 15 miles through tunnels and across high steel trestles in the Bitterroot Mountains, it’s been called one of the most scenic stretches of railroad in the country.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Flathead National Forest

10. Flathead National Forest

79%
(26)
300 sites · Swan Lake, Montana
The Flathead National Forest is all about its geography. It lies in the heart of the Rockies, just west of the continental divide, and a pinch south of the Canadian Border. With geography like this, landscape magic is bound to occur, and it does. With over 2.4 million acres, the Flathead features three wilderness areas, impressive ski areas, commanding wild ranges, meandering streams, and raging rivers (this list could go on). Spend your days hiking, rafting, wildlife viewing, snowshoeing, and fishing. At night shack up in a Forest Service cabin or pitch a tent beneath the northern lights. Get the fire roaring, raise your bottle, and make a toast to the Flathead and her geographic magic!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Placid Lake State Park

11. Placid Lake State Park

100%
(3)
40 sites · Seeley Lake, Montana
Discover Placid Lake State Park's serene beauty and outdoor fun.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

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