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Spotted Bear Campground

Spotted Bear Campground is a remote, 13-site fee campground ($13/night, May 15-Sept 30) located 55 miles south of Hungry Horse at 3,800 feet elevation, offering direct access to the South Fork Flathead River via a footbridge at the nearby ranger station for fishing and paddling.

All campsites include tables and fire rings, with vault toilets available; the campground accommodates tents and trailers up to 32 feet and operates first-come, first-served with a 16-day stay limit.

Note: No cell service, no potable water after September 30, and the access road (Forest Road 38) is closed December 1-May 14 for wildlife protection.


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