Waterton River is a backcountry wilderness campsite in Glacier National Park, situated along the Waterton River near the Canadian border. The site is hike-in only and features five designated tent sites, each accommodating up to four campers. A vault toilet serves the area, but no potable water is available on-site — visitors must treat water from nearby streams. To reduce bear encounters, food preparation areas are located approximately 200 feet from tent sites. A backcountry permit is required between May 1 and October 31; the campsite typically becomes accessible in mid-June. The surrounding terrain connects to trails leading toward the Goat Haunt trailhead and Rainbow Falls.
Per person per night backcountry camping fee (required May 1–Oct 31)
Open Jun through Oct
Official NPS page for backcountry camping in Glacier National Park, covering the wilderness permit system that governs Waterton River campsite.
Official NPS website for Glacier National Park, the managing unit for Waterton River backcountry campsite. More specific than the generic NPS index page.
You will be issued a full refund of $7/person/night camping fees if your reservation is cancelled more than 7 days before the trip.
Waterton River campground opens 6/15 with 5 sites and 10 livestock capacity.
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.
Waterton River is a backcountry wilderness campsite in Glacier National Park, situated along the Waterton River near the Canadian border. The site is hike-in only and features five designated tent sites, each accommodating up to four campers. A vault toilet serves the area, but no potable water is available on-site — visitors must treat water from nearby streams. To reduce bear encounters, food preparation areas are located approximately 200 feet from tent sites. A backcountry permit is required between May 1 and October 31; the campsite typically becomes accessible in mid-June. The surrounding terrain connects to trails leading toward the Goat Haunt trailhead and Rainbow Falls.
Per person per night backcountry camping fee (required May 1–Oct 31)
Open Jun through Oct
Official NPS page for backcountry camping in Glacier National Park, covering the wilderness permit system that governs Waterton River campsite.
Official NPS website for Glacier National Park, the managing unit for Waterton River backcountry campsite. More specific than the generic NPS index page.
You will be issued a full refund of $7/person/night camping fees if your reservation is cancelled more than 7 days before the trip.
Waterton River campground opens 6/15 with 5 sites and 10 livestock capacity.
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.