Tally Lake Campground
11 mi west · USDA Forest Service
Tally Lake Campground is located on the northern shores of its namesake lake, west of Whitefish, Montana.
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Swimming holes and lakes near Whitefish
Lakes, rivers and beaches near Whitefish where swimming is allowed on public land.
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Apgar Group Sites
18 mi east · National Park Service
Apgar Campground is situated on the southern tip of Lake McDonald in beautiful Glacier National Park in northwestern Montana. Pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes are found throughout the park.
Fish Creek Campground
18 mi northeast · National Park Service
Fish Creek Campground is the second largest campground in Glacier National Park. Glacier National Park, in northwestern Montana, is comprised of pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes.
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Tally Lake Campground
Tally Lake Campground is located on the northern shores of its namesake lake, west of Whitefish, Montana.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Ranger programs
- Swimming
- Water sports
Apgar Group Sites
Apgar Campground is situated on the southern tip of Lake McDonald in beautiful Glacier National Park in northwestern Montana. Pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes are found throughout the park.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Ranger programs
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Fish Creek Campground
Fish Creek Campground is the second largest campground in Glacier National Park. Glacier National Park, in northwestern Montana, is comprised of pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes.
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Picnicking
- Ranger programs
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Doris Creek Campground
Doris Creek Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border.
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Emery Bay Campground
Emery 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.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
Lost Johnny Campground
Lost Johnny Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border.
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Lost Johnny Point Campground
Lost Johnny Point Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border.
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Lid Creek Campground
Lid Creek Campground lies on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Murray Bay Campground (Mt)
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.
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Glacier National Park
A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in human culture.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horse Camping
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Flathead National Forest
- Biking
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
- Off-highway vehicles
75 miles and farther (1)
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
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- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Whitefish. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for swimming near Whitefish?
Tally Lake Campground (USDA Forest Service), about 11 miles west of Whitefish as the crow flies. Next are Apgar Group Sites (18 mi) and Fish Creek Campground (18 mi).
When is the best time for swimming near Whitefish?
Based on Whitefish’s average highs, July, August. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, National Park Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.