Openings · last 7 days
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Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 1 site opening here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234465
When McGillivray Campground (MT) reopens
McGillivray Campground (MT)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
8
Openings · last 90 days
8
Only 8 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026 · of 39 monitored sites
Of the 507 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026): 70 open for online reservation · 7 reserved · 430 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 39 monitored sites, 7 can be reserved online and 32 are first-come, first-served.
Where the open windows are
86.2% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 70 of 507 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Sep 30, 2026Not open online86.2%
Open site-nights70 / 507
Reserved (of online inventory)7 / 77
Weekday openings49
Weekend openings21
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 49 fall on weekdays and 21 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Sep 2026September holds the most room. 70 of 507 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 39 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 22 | 10 |
| 23 - Group Site | 10 |
| 24 | 10 |
| 25 | 10 |
| 7 - Group Site | 10 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Sep 21
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25
The next bookable night is Sep 21; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
70 open site-nights across 7 sites at McGillivray Campground (MT), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 7 2-night, 7 3-night, 7 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 21 at site 22.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 40 ft. 33 sites take 25 ft, 33 sites take 35 ft, 33 sites take 40 ft. 6 sites of 39 have no recorded maximum and are not counted.
All 7 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 40 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 23 - Group Site | 40 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 24 | 40 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 25 | 40 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 7 - Group Site | 40 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| 8 | 40 ft | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
| Group Site 1 | Not recorded | None | 10 | 10 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30 |
About McGillivray Campground (MT)
Overview
McGillivray Campground has 33 total campsites and provides reservation opportunities for two group sites within the campground loops and a large group shelter located within the facility . The two smaller group sites in the campground will accommodate up to 25 people each. The group shelter will accommodate up to 200 people making it great for reunions and receptions. A high and low water boat ramp, swim beach and picnic area are also available at McGillivray Campground
Recreation
Fishing derbies are held multiple times each year and anglers can expect kokanee salmon, whitefish and a variety of trout.
Facilities
The large group shelter (site 1) is equipped with a rock fireplace and multiple tables. Two Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided nearby. Two large cooking grills, horseshoe pits, path to beach area, fire ring and a 1-acre meadow adjoin the site. A large paved parking lot is available for large parties. The site is gated for security of rental parties and it is recommended that the gate is swung closed. Electrical outlets are available within the shelter, however reservationists must provide their own generator. Firewood is provided for the shelter. The two group sites (site 7 and site 23) within the campground provide parking for up to five RVs. Each site has three tent pads, three picnic tables, fire ring, and a large cooking grill are within the sites. All sites at this campground have no electricity and firewood is not provided.
Natural Features
The McGillivary is located on the western shore of Lake Koocanusa in northwest Montana, at an elevation of about 2,520 feet. It is nestled in a heavily forested area with dense vegetation on the forest floor. The adjacent 46,500-acre reservoir has over 127 miles of shoreline and is formed by the 422' tall Libby Dam on the Kootenai River, which stretches about 90 miles and into Canada. Osprey often fish around Libby Dam at sunset, making for enjoyable viewing opportunities. Bald eagles can be seen hunting kokanee in the river and lake during the fall. A variety of wildlife also makes its home in the area.
Nearby Attractions
The Kootenai River, below Libby Dam, is a blue ribbon fishery. Guided tours of the dam and powerhouse are offered at the visitor center throughout the summer season.
Visitors enjoy driving the 100-mile loop around the reservoir. Several trails, including some that lead to scenic waterfalls, are located along the route.
39 monitored sites32 FCFS sitesRVs up to 40 ftNo hookups37 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 200
Getting there
From Libby, travel 15 miles northeast on State Highway 37. Turn west on Forest Development Road 228 and continue for about 10 miles to the site.
12557 Hwy 37, Libby, MT 59923-8212406-293-7773
BikingBoatingCampingFishingSwimming SiteWater SportsWildlife Viewing
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-234465 · facility + sites
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Roll CS-234465 · McGillivray Campground (MT) · Libby MT12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at McGillivray Campground (MT)?
Reservations for McGillivray Campground (MT) are made through Recreation.gov. 86.2% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 70 of 507 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 8 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at McGillivray Campground (MT)?
Campsite Sniper detected 1 site-date opening at McGillivray Campground (MT) in the last 7 days, 8 over 30 days and 8 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at McGillivray Campground (MT)?
7 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 21 at site 22. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at McGillivray Campground (MT) fit a 35-foot RV?
33 of the 39 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 40 ft. 33 of those 39 sites have a recorded maximum length and 6 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
Which month has the most availability at McGillivray Campground (MT)?
September 2026, with 70 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 507.
When is the next open date at McGillivray Campground (MT)?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Sep 21 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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