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McGillivray Campground (MT)
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USDA Forest Service38Supported overnight records
3Published site categories
38Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
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.
Facilities
The large group shelter (site 1) is equipped with a rock fireplace and multiple tables. Two Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided nearby. Two large cooking grills, horseshoe pits, path to beach area, fire ring and a 1-acre meadow adjoin the site. A large paved parking lot is available for large parties. The site is gated for security of rental parties and it is recommended that the gate is swung closed. Electrical outlets are available within the shelter, however reservationists must provide their own generator. Firewood is provided for the shelter.
The two group sites (site 7 and site 23) within the campground provide parking for up to five RVs. Each site has three tent pads, three picnic tables, fire ring, and a large cooking grill are within the sites. All sites at this campground have no electricity and firewood is not provided.
Natural Features
The McGillivary is located on the western shore of Lake Koocanusa in northwest Montana, at an elevation of about 2,520 feet. It is nestled in a heavily forested area with dense vegetation on the forest floor.
The adjacent 46,500-acre reservoir has over 127 miles of shoreline and is formed by the 422' tall Libby Dam on the Kootenai River, which stretches about 90 miles and into Canada.
Osprey often fish around Libby Dam at sunset, making for enjoyable viewing opportunities. Bald eagles can be seen hunting kokanee in the river and lake during the fall. A variety of wildlife also makes its home in the area.
Nearby Attractions
The Kootenai River, below Libby Dam, is a blue ribbon fishery. Guided tours of the dam and powerhouse are offered at the visitor center throughout the summer season.
Visitors enjoy driving the 100-mile loop around the reservoir. Several trails, including some that lead to scenic waterfalls, are located along the route.
Full operator-supplied campground description · Scroll within the panel for more · Amenities may be shared by the campground, not present at every site
How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 38 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
38
Vehicle limit
38
Vehicle length
33
Driveway entry
33
Shade
38
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
31
Tent Only Nonelectric
5
Group Standard Nonelectric
2
Operator directions
From Libby, travel 15 miles northeast on State Highway 37. Turn west on Forest Development Road 228 and continue for about 10 miles to the site.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
38 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 38 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: No |
| Site 10 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 12 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 13 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 14 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 15 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 16 (Camphost Site) Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 17 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 58 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 18 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 19 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 2 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 20 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 21 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 22 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 23 - Group Site Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Group Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 25 people 7 vehicles | Pull-through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 24 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 85 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 25 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 85 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 26 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 53 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 27 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 95 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 28 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 29 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 3 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 30 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 31 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 64 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 32 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 33 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 55 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 4 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 5 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 6 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 7 - Group Site Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Group Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 25 people 7 vehicles | Pull-through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 8 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 9 Loop B Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 99 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: No |
| Site Tent 1 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | N/A Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Tent 2 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | N/A Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Tent 3 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | N/A Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Tent 4 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | N/A Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Tent 5 Loop A Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 4 people 1 vehicles | N/A Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |