Kintla Lake Head is a remote wilderness campsite at the upper end of Kintla Lake in Glacier National Park's North Fork area. The site is reached by a roughly 12-mile hike along the Boulder Pass Trail from the frontcountry Kintla Lake Campground, or by paddling the length of the lake. Six designated backcountry sites accommodate small groups seeking solitude in one of the park's quietest corners. A vault toilet is on-site, but no treated water is available — visitors must filter or treat water from the lake. A wilderness permit is required for all overnight stays and must be obtained through Recreation.gov. The nearest services are in Polebridge, about 14 miles away via unpaved road.
Per person, per night wilderness camping fee
Open Jun through Sep
Glacier National Park requires a permit to camp overnight in the wilderness.
The camping fee is $7 per person, per night
General On-Sale Period begins May 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM MT through September 30, 2026; 70% of wilderness campsites may be reserved in advance during June 15 through September 30.
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.
Kintla Lake Head is a remote wilderness campsite at the upper end of Kintla Lake in Glacier National Park's North Fork area. The site is reached by a roughly 12-mile hike along the Boulder Pass Trail from the frontcountry Kintla Lake Campground, or by paddling the length of the lake. Six designated backcountry sites accommodate small groups seeking solitude in one of the park's quietest corners. A vault toilet is on-site, but no treated water is available — visitors must filter or treat water from the lake. A wilderness permit is required for all overnight stays and must be obtained through Recreation.gov. The nearest services are in Polebridge, about 14 miles away via unpaved road.
Per person, per night wilderness camping fee
Open Jun through Sep
Glacier National Park requires a permit to camp overnight in the wilderness.
The camping fee is $7 per person, per night
General On-Sale Period begins May 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM MT through September 30, 2026; 70% of wilderness campsites may be reserved in advance during June 15 through September 30.
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.