Quartz Flat Campground (MT)
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Phone
- 406-822-4233
- Nearest dump station
- Cedar Flats Dump Station · 77.2 mi
- Coordinates
- 47.0771, -114.7693
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Overview Quartz Flat Campground is located just off of Interstate 90, 45 minutes west of Missoula, Montana and 15 minutes east of Superior, Montana. The paved campground has three loops and 78 sites total. There is water, dump stations, vault and flush toilets, trash, picnic tables, fire rings, a short interpretative trail, and Camp Hosts. The campground sits above the Clark Fork River in the shade of pines trees. Be aware the campground receives alot of noise from Interstate 90 and passing trains. Recreation The campground is in close proximity to launch sites along the Clark Fork River, including the Alberton Gorge. The campground can accomodate large groups recreating on the river or in the National Forest. It is within walking distance from the Clark Fork River and it has a self-guided nature trail. The Quartz Flat Campground is one of three campgrounds located along Interstate 90 between Idaho and Missoula, Montana. Facilities Quartz Flat Campground has three paved loops. Each loop has vault toilets, potable water, a Camp Host, and trash services. Loop C and Loop G have dump stations and flush toilets. Non-campers must pay $10.00 to use the dump stations. Each site has a parking space, picnic table, and fire ring. There are 78 sites in total and 6 pull-through sites in Loop A for vehicles larger than 35 feet in length. Reserveable sites in Loop A and G are all the even numbered sites. Loop C reserveable sites a 1 through 12. All remaining site are first-come first-served. Natural Features The campground resides in the valley bottom surrounded by pine trees and the Clark Fork River to the north. The campground is flat and easily accessible from Interstate 90. Nearby Attractions Missoula is 50 miles to the east. Superior is 10 miles to the west. St. Regis is 25 miles to the west. Route of the Hiawatha Trail is 53 miles to the west. Lookout Ski Area / Idaho is 58 miles to the west. Alberton Gorge is 11 miles to the east. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (406) 822-4233.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Quartz Flat Campground (MT) free?
No. Quartz Flat Campground (MT) charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Quartz Flat Campground (MT)?
Off Interstate 90, either east or westbound, this campground is located 11 miles east of Superior, Montana. There is no exit ramp so follow the campground signs, and drive through the rest area to access the campground entrance.
What are the rules at Quartz Flat Campground (MT)?
Bear Safety and Food Storage Requirements Information Quartz Flat Campground has three paved loops. Each loop has vault toilets, potable water, a Camp Host, and trash services. Loop C and Loop G have dump stations and flush toilets. Non-campers must pay $10.00 to use the dump stations. Each site has a parking space, picnic table, and fire ring. There are 78 sites in total and 6 pull-through sites in Loop A for vehicles larger than 35 feet in length. Reserveable sites in Loop A and G are all the even numbered sites. Loop C reserveable sites a 1 through 12. All remaining site are first-come first-served.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
