Van Lake (FR 9882) in MT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Montana

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Van Lake (FR 9882) in MT

Flathead NF, Swan Lake Ranger District
3,383 ft
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Overnight camping allowedMODERATE
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A 2.3-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Lake County, MT.

Flathead National Forest, Swan Lake Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.

All 2.3 miles in are maintained for passenger cars. Gravel the whole way in (2.3 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

Van Peak stands 4,686 ft above the site, 5.1 miles east. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.1 miles off. Swan River runs 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Pablo, is 15 mi off.

September normals 40–71°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Gold Creek (FR 126) in MTForest Road Road43.3miSpook Lake (FR 4337) in MTForest Road Road44.2miGrey Wolf Peak Casino in MTCasino Lot44.3miThree Cougars (FR 4323) in MTForest Road Road46.3miLegendary Lodge in MTCampground46.9mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Flathead National Forest, Swan Lake Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?