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Murray Bay Campground (mt)

Essex, MT

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About

Overview Murray Bay Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, less than 30 miles from the Continental Divide, surrounded by towering mountain peaks. Visitors can expect a variety of recreational activities, including, fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, exploring and big game hunting. Murray Bay Campground has 20 sites, 11 which are reservable and 9 that are for our walk up visitors. The stay limit is 16 consecutive days. Recreation Boating is popular on the 27,750-acre reservoir, and a concrete boat ramp is accessible from within the campground. Swimming and fishing are also popular pastimes, and anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish, including cutthroat trout. Facilities The campground offers 20 overnight sites for tent and RV camping. Each is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. The water is 2 hand pumps and are not for filling RV's so please come full. Campground roads and parking spurs are gravel. An on-site host is available to answer any questions about the campground and surrounding area. Natural Features **The campground is situated along the massive Hungry Horse Reservoir, which was dammed to provide hydroelectric power and flood control to the area. It is the 10th highest dam in the United States and provides a stunning backdrop.** Nearby Attractions Murray Bay Campground is approximately 31 miles southwest of the West Glacier entrance to Glacier National Park. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations made within 14 days of arrival will be "considered" for a refund, by the concessionaire, of Camping fees only and will automatically forfeit the first nights fee. Day of Arrival cancellations must be turned in by calling 1-877-444-6777, then followed up with a call to Cheryl at 406-752-PWAI (7924) or 406-404-4164 to get the information to the campground and to be considered for any refund.

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Amenities

Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service

Cell reception

Camper reports · checked Sep 29, 2026

No Service

Average 0.3 of 4 bars · 38 reports across 2 carriers

Unable to get a signal. Can not make phone calls; No data.

  • Verizon

    No Service

    0.3/4

    26 reports

  • AT&T

    Major Issues

    0.5/4

    12 reports

Reported by campers on Recreation.gov, not measured by us. Reception varies by handset, weather, and where you stand in the campground. Recreation.gov

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in 2:00 PM

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Reservations

This campground accepts reservations. Book early for popular dates.

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Individual Sites (40)

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Loop Loop within Park

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CampsiteStandardPull-throughPets OKCampfires
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Loop Loop within Park

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CampsiteStandardPull-throughWaterfrontPets OKCampfires
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Loop Loop within Park

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CampsiteStandardPull-throughWaterfrontPets OKCampfires
Reserve
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Loop Loop within Park

Check official pricing Max 8 guests60 ft
CampsiteStandardPull-throughWaterfrontPets OKCampfires
Reserve
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Loop Loop within Park

Check official pricing Max 8 guests41 ft
CampsiteStandardWaterfrontPets OKCampfires
Reserve
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Loop Loop within Park

Check official pricing Max 8 guests60 ft
CampsiteStandardPull-throughWaterfrontPets OKCampfires
Reserve

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