Rising Sun campground is surrounded by towering peaks and faces
the majestic blue of St. Mary Lake. The location is a good jumping
off point for Glacier National Park's famous Going to the Sun
Road. There are numerous things to see and do such as the picnic
area down by the lakeshore, several trailheads and numerous
waterfalls. The campground is next to a well stocked gift shop
and supply store. There are also showers available, making this
a good spot for those who tend to miss the comforts of home.
Rising Sun is a relatively small campground, but receives heavy
use. Since it practically borders Going to the Sun Road and
the camp store parking lot, don't expect a completely quiet
experience.
Rising Sun campground also has modern bathrooms.
The area can often be very windy, so a windbreaker is often
a good idea in the mornings and evenings.
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Rising Sun campground!
Rising Sun campground facts:
Video Tour available: Yes. Download.
Open: End May to Mid September
Sites: 83
Laundry: Yes
Showers: Yes
Dump Station: Yes
Store: Yes
Fee: $20
RV: 30 feet 3 sites
Handicapped Accessible: Yes
Water: Yes
Elevation: 4555 feet
Fishing: Yes (St. Mary Lake, Rose Creek)
Generator: Yes (7-9am, 12-2pm, 5-7pm)
Gas: No (5.9 miles east to St. Mary, year round)
Repairs: No (35.37 miles east to Browning, all year)