Wasn't sure where to post this question since it covers a couple of topics, but anyway...
We are flying into Kalispell next week and are taking the shuttle to Glacier. We are having to change our plans since at least one of the backcountry permits we have secured aren't usable because of the Reynolds Creek Fire. So we are taking the shuttle to Polebridge and trying to secure a walkup permit for the North Fork area. My question: Is there camping along the river across from the Polebridge ranger station? We are trying to get there early enough to give ourselves a good chance of getting what we want, but don't want to walk what looks like 1.5 miles in the dark from the town to get there. Suggestions?