Loon Lake/Ferndale

**Location & Access:**
Located near Bigfork in northwest Montana's scenic Swan Valley, this boat ramp provides drive-in trailer access to Loon Lake. From Highway 209, head south on the Loon Lake road; there's a short walk from the parking lot to the lake. The nearby Swan Lake Campground (406-752-7924) offers reservable campsites starting at $22/night for those planning an extended stay.

**Lake Conditions & Regulations:**
Loon Lake is one of the few lakes in the area that allows motorboats, with a strict 5 mph speed limit. The calm conditions make it ideal for kayakers and canoeists. The day-use area includes picnic tables, barbecue grills, a swim area, and a fishing dock. Wildlife viewing opportunities are excellent—watch for muskrats, otters, and foxes. Some disabled access is available at the ramp and facilities.

**Nearby Recreation:**
Beyond paddling, the area offers picnicking, hiking, birding, and fishing. The Flathead National Forest surrounds the region, providing excellent opportunities for exploration. Campsites feature paved parking pads and shade from old-growth trees, making this a convenient basecamp for paddlers looking to combine lake time with forest recreation.

Overview
This recreation area is located near the village of Swan Lake at the north end of the scenic Swan Valley in northwest Montana. The campground consists of two loops. Ponderosa Loop offers open, large sites with plenty of space, while sites at Birch Loop are shaded and more clustered together. There is also a reservable group site which accomodates up to 100 people. Here, we have 38...

Overview
This recreation area is located near the village of Swan Lake at the north end of the scenic Swan Valley in northwest Montana. The campground consists of two loops. Ponderosa Loop offers open, large sites with plenty of space, while sites at Birch Loop are shaded and more clustered together. There is also a reservable group site which accomodates up to 100 people. Here, we have 38 rentable sites. 24 sites are reservable and 14 sites are for our walk-up visitors. The stay limit is 16 consecutive days.
Recreation
Campers and day-use visitors have access to a boat ramp and a beach. Both power and non-motorized boating is permitted. This campground also offers Kayak, Paddleboard and Canoe rentals and firewood for sale.Anglers can fish for several kinds of trout as well as Kokanee salmon and Northern Pike. Bike lanes wind throughout the campground.
Facilities
The campground has 38 family-sized campsites and large group site with paved parking areas, fire rings and picnic tables. Drinking water and vault toilets are available. There is no dump station at this campground but there is a fill station as you enter the park on the right just passed the Pay Kiosk.Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want to move your reservation to a first-come, first serve (walk in) site upon arrival, you will have to pay for the new spot as you held a reservable spot that fellow campers were not able to book online.
Natural Features
In the heart of the Rocky Mountains lies the 2.4 million acre Flathead National Forest. Home to lynx, grizzly bear, and bull trout, with numerous lakes, streams and rivers to enjoy, the forest is the premiere destination for visitors looking to experience natural landscapes of the American West.

Swan Lake is surrounded by dense conifer forest and the craggy, snow-covered peaks of the Swan Mountain Range.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (406) 210-8199.
Nearby Attractions
Glacier National Park is within an hour drive. About a mile from the campground is the Swan River National Wildlife Refuge, with a wildlife and bird observation
area.Charges & Cancellations
Please cancel 4 days prior. For day of arrival cancellations please call Leona at 406- 210-8199 so we can get the information to the Campground Host. All Considerations will be made after your original reservation dates have passed.   
*No shows have no chance of a refund. 

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