## Overview

Tally Lake Campground is located on the northern shores of its namesake lake,
west of Whitefish, Montana. The campground is popular with locals and tourists
visiting the Flathead National Forest and offers a variety of recreation
facilities and activities for the whole family. The campground has 38 rentable
sites with 21 of them being reservable and 17 are for our walk-up visitors. We
also have a group site, site 39 and also our Pavilion group site available for
reservations. The stay limit is 16 consecutive nights.

## Recreation

Hiking, horseback riding and biking trails wind around the Tally Lake
Campground and the lake. Wildlife like waterfowl, bald eagles and migratory
birds are commonly spotted. (No horses are allowed in the campground) A dock
provides access to the lake's best fishing, which includes kokanee salmon, a
variety of trout and northern pike. Visitors also enjoy boating, water skiing
and other water recreation on the 1,326 acres of Tally Lake. This campground
also offers Kayak, Paddleboard and Canoe rentals.

## Facilities

Hiking, horseback riding and biking trails wind around the Tally Lake
Campground and the lake. Wildlife like waterfowl, bald eagles and migratory
birds are commonly spotted. (No horses are allowed in the campground) A dock
provides access to the lake's best fishing, which includes kokanee salmon, a
variety of trout and northern pike. Visitors also enjoy boating, water skiing
and other water recreation on the 1,326 acres of Tally Lake. This campground
also offers Kayak, Paddleboard and Canoe rentals.

## Natural Features

The campground is nestled in the highlands of northwestern Montana, adjacent
to Tally Lake, which is the deepest natural lake in Montana. It sits in a
mature forest of Western Larch and Douglas fir trees.

## Nearby Attractions

The popular Whitefish Lake is about 20 miles from the campground. Visitors to
the area also enjoy the Forest Service Summit Nature Center at Whitefish
Mountain Resort, located about 25 miles away and accessed by the resort
chairlift or the Danny On hiking trail.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations made within the 4 Day Reservation Window will be "considered"
for a refund, by the concessionaire, of Camping fees only and will
automatically forfeit the first nights fee. Day of Arrival cancellations must
be turned in by calling Cheryl at 406-752-PWAI (7924) or 406-404-4164 to 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Tally Lake Campground is located on the northern shores of its namesake lake, west of Whitefish, Montana. The campground is popular with locals and tourists visiting the Flathead National Forest and offers a variety of recreation facilities and activities for the whole family. The campground has 38 rentable sites with 21 of them being reservable and 17 are for our walk-up visitors.  We also have a group site, site 39 and also our Pavilion group site available for reservations.  The stay limit is 16 consecutive nights.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking, horseback riding and biking trails wind around the Tally Lake Campground and the lake. Wildlife like waterfowl, bald eagles and migratory birds are commonly spotted. (No horses are allowed in the campground)
   
A dock provides access to the lake's best fishing, which includes kokanee salmon, a variety of trout and northern pike.   
Visitors also enjoy boating, water skiing and other water recreation on the 1,326 acres of Tally Lake.
This campground also offers Kayak, Paddleboard and Canoe rentals.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Hiking, horseback riding and biking trails wind around the Tally Lake Campground and the lake. Wildlife like waterfowl, bald eagles and migratory birds are commonly spotted. (No horses are allowed in the campground)
   
A dock provides access to the lake's best fishing, which includes kokanee salmon, a variety of trout and northern pike.   
Visitors also enjoy boating, water skiing and other water recreation on the 1,326 acres of Tally Lake.
This campground also offers Kayak, Paddleboard and Canoe rentals.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is nestled in the highlands of northwestern Montana, adjacent to Tally Lake, which is the deepest natural lake in Montana. It sits in a mature forest of Western Larch and Douglas fir trees.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The popular Whitefish Lake is about 20 miles from the campground. Visitors to the area also enjoy the Forest Service Summit Nature Center at Whitefish Mountain Resort, located about 25 miles away and accessed by the resort chairlift or the Danny On hiking trail.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations made within the 4 Day Reservation Window will be "considered" for a refund, by the concessionaire, of Camping fees only and will automatically forfeit the first nights fee. Day of Arrival cancellations must be turned in by calling Cheryl at 406-752-PWAI (7924) or 406-404-4164 to get the information to the campground Host.   All Considerations will be made after your original reservation dates have passed.   </p>
<p>*No shows have no chance of  a refund. </p>

To make reservations by phone please call: 1-877-444-6777

Individual Site Reservations: $20.00 per camper unit per night. Guests must
arrive and check in with the campground host or risk forfeiture of fees and
the site may be given to another camper.  
  
Although you are allowed two motorized vehicles per site, the first vehicle is
included in the site fee and an extra vehicle charge of $5.00/day per vehicle
will be collected upon arrival at the campground.  
  
Group Site Reservation (G1):  
1 - 25 people - $100/night  
26 - 50 people - $175/night  
51 - 75 people - $250/night  
76 - 100 people - $325/night  
There is no extra vehicle charge in the group site.

TALLY LAKE

Tally Lake Creek

TALLLY LAKE CAMPGROUND

TALLY LAKE CAMPGROUND BEACH

TALLY LAKE CAMPGROUND GROUP SITE

TALLY LAKE CAMPGROUND  NORTH SHORE

Tally Lake Boat Launch

Tally Lake Campground

## Overview

The Star Meadows Guard Station has all the rustic feel of a remote Forest
Service cabin while still being accessible by paved road from Whitefish.
Furnished with a refrigerator/freezer, range and oven, microwave, coffeemaker,
pots and pans, dishes and silverware, and electric heat, this cabin has
everything you need to come and enjoy some time in the Forest. Nearby Tally
Lake and Sylvia Lake offer opportunities for water play and fishing and a
centralized location in the Tally Lake District to access miles of hiking,
biking or horseback riding trails with a trailhead right behind the cabin.
Enjoy a large backyard area for family games, or just sit in front of the
campfire with s’mores and make some memories. Star Meadows Guard Station is 23
miles from Whitefish on Forest Service Road #539. The road is paved and open
year-round.

The Star Meadows Guard Station was built in 1941 to house Forest Service
personnel and stock for the Tally Lake District. It was built to replace a
1908 building at the same location. The site operated as a work center when
the Ranger Station was located at Tally Lake. In 1953, the District Office
moved to Whitefish. The station housed fire suppression crews, contractors,
and timber camps, and served as a staging area for engineers designing and
building the roads on the District. During the winter months, the road was not
plowed, and the site was inaccessible.

In 1991 a cultural survey found that the facilities were historically
significant and were placed on the National Historic Register. In 2001, A
Passport in Time project (PIT) funded the beginning of the restoration.

## Recreation

There is plenty of opportunity for hiking, horseback riding and mountain
biking in the area surrounding the cabin. Trail #171A starts in the back yard
and goes all the way to Sylvia Lake approximately 10 miles away. In the
winter, visitors enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Snowmobiling can
be enjoyed on designated trails, but is not permitted on the cabin grounds.  
  
Big game hunting in the national forest lands is a popular activity enjoyed by
visitors, as well as fishing in Sheppard Creek behind the cabin, other nearby
mountain streams and Tally Lake, which is about 11 miles east of the cabin.
Guests at the cabin also enjoy ample open space for yard games and other
outdoor group activities.

## Facilities

There is plenty of opportunity for hiking, horseback riding and mountain
biking in the area surrounding the cabin. Trail #171A starts in the back yard
and goes all the way to Sylvia Lake approximately 10 miles away. In the
winter, visitors enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Snowmobiling can
be enjoyed on designated trails, but is not permitted on the cabin grounds.  
  
Big game hunting in the national forest lands is a popular activity enjoyed by
visitors, as well as fishing in Sheppard Creek behind the cabin, other nearby
mountain streams and Tally Lake, which is about 11 miles east of the cabin.
Guests at the cabin also enjoy ample open space for yard games and other
outdoor group activities.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits in a valley near the foot of Mt. Swaney, providing views of the
surrounding forested mountains. It is in the northwestern corner of Flathead
National Forest in the Tally Lake Ranger District.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Whitefish is about 45 minutes away. Tally Lake, the second deepest
lake in Montana is located 7 miles away.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Star Meadows Guard Station has all the rustic feel of a remote Forest Service cabin while still being accessible by paved road from Whitefish. Furnished with a refrigerator/freezer, range and oven, microwave, coffeemaker, pots and pans, dishes and silverware, and electric heat, this cabin has everything you need to come and enjoy some time in the Forest. Nearby Tally Lake and Sylvia Lake offer opportunities for water play and fishing and a centralized location in the Tally Lake District to access miles of hiking, biking or horseback riding trails with a trailhead right behind the cabin. Enjoy a large backyard area for family games, or just sit in front of the campfire with s’mores and make some memories.  Star Meadows Guard Station is 23 miles from Whitefish on Forest Service Road #539. The road is paved and open year-round. </p>
<p>The Star Meadows Guard Station was built in 1941 to house Forest Service personnel and stock for the Tally Lake District. It was built to replace a 1908 building at the same location. The site operated as a work center when the Ranger Station was located at Tally Lake. In 1953, the District Office moved to Whitefish. The station housed fire suppression crews, contractors, and timber camps, and served as a staging area for engineers designing and building the roads on the District. During the winter months, the road was not plowed, and the site was inaccessible. </p>
<p>In 1991 a cultural survey found that the facilities were historically significant and were placed on the National Historic Register. In 2001, A Passport in Time project (PIT) funded the beginning of the restoration. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
There is plenty of opportunity for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking in the area surrounding the cabin. Trail #171A starts in the back yard and goes all the way to Sylvia Lake approximately 10 miles away. In the winter, visitors enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Snowmobiling can be enjoyed on designated trails, but is not permitted on the cabin grounds. 
<br/><br/>
Big game hunting in the national forest lands is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors, as well as fishing in Sheppard Creek behind the cabin, other nearby mountain streams and Tally Lake, which is about 11 miles east of the cabin. Guests at the cabin also enjoy ample open space for yard games and other outdoor group activities.<h2>Facilities</h2>
There is plenty of opportunity for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking in the area surrounding the cabin. Trail #171A starts in the back yard and goes all the way to Sylvia Lake approximately 10 miles away. In the winter, visitors enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Snowmobiling can be enjoyed on designated trails, but is not permitted on the cabin grounds. 
<br/><br/>
Big game hunting in the national forest lands is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors, as well as fishing in Sheppard Creek behind the cabin, other nearby mountain streams and Tally Lake, which is about 11 miles east of the cabin. Guests at the cabin also enjoy ample open space for yard games and other outdoor group activities.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The cabin sits in a valley near the foot of Mt. Swaney, providing views of the surrounding forested mountains. It is in the northwestern corner of Flathead National Forest in the Tally Lake Ranger District.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The town of Whitefish is about 45 minutes away. Tally Lake, the second deepest lake in Montana is located 7 miles away. </p>

Open year round. Rental fees are $75 per night

Open year round! Come play in the winter, cross country ski from the back yard.

Benches around a campfire in the wintertime.

Star Meadow Guard Station kitchen with electric fridge, stove, microwave and coffee maker. Fully stocked with all the necessities including pots and pans, dishes, cups and silverware.

Historic forest service cabin kitchen with table, stove and fridge.

Star Meadow Guard Station bedroom interior with two bunk beds with queen and full mattresses, sleeps 6.

Historic forest service cabin bedroom with bunk beds.

Star Meadow Guard Station bunkhouse interior with two bunkbeds and futon couch. Sleeps 6, great for the kids!

Historic forest service cabin bunkhouse with couch and two bunkbeds

Star Meadow Guard Station entry way closet with lots of family games.  Cabinets in kitchen showing fully stocked pots and pans, dishes and glassware.

Historic forest service cabin photo with 4 pictures including stocked kitchen cabinets and entry hallway with games.

Star Meadow Guard Station back patio with tables, charcoal grill and electricity. Large yard and horseshoe pits too.

Star Meadow Guard Station back patio with tables and chairs and bbq

Star Meadow Guard Station back side of cabin view with patio.

historic forest service cabin back side of cabin with patio.

Your pets are welcome. A kennel is provided as they are not allowed to stay inside unattended.

Historic forest service cabin with a dog kennel.

Star Meadow Guard Station bunkhouse with two bunkbeds and a futon couch. Sleeps 6, great for the kids!

historic forest service tool shed converted into a bunkhouse.

Back yard fire pit with benches. Historic barn and NFST 171A trailhead in background.

Tally Lake Campground

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