Bowman Lake

Quick Summary

Bowman Lake is accessed seasonally only, the road is closed from early fall to late spring
Road is very rough, windy, and narrow, long or very large vehicles are not recommended
If you bring boats get them cleared at any watercraft inspection checkpoint you pass
Check road/campground status before your trip on GNP website
This is bear country - bring bear spray

Story

Bowman Lake is located in the NW corner of Glacier National Park. From Polebridge the road becomes very rough and narrow for the last 7 miles (can take up to 30 minutes), take it slow and have a spare tire just in case. Check road status before leaving on this adventure https://www.nps.gov/applications/glac/roadstatus/roadstatus.cfm

Bowman Lake is off the beaten path, but worth the effort! Killer views, great hikes, and a nice campground await you.

Bowman Lake Campground is generally open from early June to September. Check campground status here: https://www.nps.gov/applications/glac/cgstatus/cgstatus.cfm

Adventure Details

Costs

GNP $35 Entrance Fee by Private Vehicle - 7 day permit

Best Times

Closed in the winter, the road generally opens late spring but check current status before going

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