Bend Guard Station
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About Bend Guard Station
Bend Guard Station is a national park campground at Lolo National Forest in Sanders County, Montana. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Bend Guard Station is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).
Other campgrounds at Lolo National Forest include Cougar Peak Lookout and Big Hole Lookout (MT).
Total reservations in January — 2023: 9 · 2024: 10 · 2025: 8
Location
Address
Plains, Montana
Coordinates
47.9008, -115.0383
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 18 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Mcgregor Lake Campground
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Meadow Peak Lookout (MT)
Kootenai National Forest
Cougar Peak Lookout
Lolo National Forest
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Big Hole Lookout (MT)
Lolo National Forest
Thompson Falls State Park
Thompson Falls State Park
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Bend Guard Station FAQ
How far in advance should I book Bend Guard Station?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Bend Guard Station?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Bend Guard Station. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Bend Guard Station right now?
Bend Guard Station is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Bend Guard Station located?
Bend Guard Station is located in Lolo National Forest, near Plains, Montana.
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