Red Mountain Campground along the lower Madison River
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Campsite 11 Red Mountain CG
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Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access

About Red Mountain (MT)

The Dillon Field Office is unable to make reservations for you. Please call Recreation.gov (877-444-6777) to book a reservation or book online. Campsites are available for reservation for the Peak-Season times of May 1st through September 15th. From September 16th through April 30th, all sites are first-come-first-serve. Red Mountain Campground is adjacent to the lower Madison River and provides good access for camping, fishing and floating. The campground has 19 camp sites, 11 available for reservations. The campground has a volunteer seasonal campground host. There is no boat launch available at this site, but there are several in the vicinity. The campground serves as a great central location to access the lower Madison River. During peak season you can expect the campground to be full on weekends with lighter use during the work week. 

Available sites

12 total sites

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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12 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 75 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 10, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 18 ft · Gravel
🚐 11, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 20 ft · Gravel
🚐 12, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 × 22 ft · Gravel
🚐 2, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 43 × 16 ft · Gravel
🚐 3, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 72 × 15 ft · Gravel
🚐 4, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 80 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 5, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 80 × 12 ft · Gravel
🚐 6, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 80 × 10 ft · Gravel
🚐 7, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 40 × 8 ft · Gravel
🚐 8, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 25 × 50 ft · Gravel
🚐 9, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · 45 × 20 ft · Gravel

Reviews

123 reviews

Summary

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Red Mountain campground offers an ideal location along the Madison River, with friendly and helpful camp hosts who maintain clean facilities. Visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and direct river access, making it a favorite for floating and wildlife spotting. However, there have been issues with high winds, occasional cleanliness of restrooms, and communication regarding fire bans, highlighting areas for improvement.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

Overall rating

Based on 123 reviews

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5 stars 60.2% (74)
4 stars 20.3% (25)
3 stars 14.6% (18)
2 stars 1.6% (2)
1 star 3.3% (4)

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Jonathan v

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May 24, 2026 Stayed at: 3, Loop: A

The campsite is a sloped gravelplace, with a big grasland next to it to chill or eat diner.
There are snakes in the campground and a couple of waterpoints to tab water from.
There is no dumpstation or garbage point. That in mind, its a beautful place next to a stunning mountain, lots of space to spot deer, birds and maybe more wildlife.

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Eric T

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June 1, 2026 Stayed at: 7, Loop: A

One of my favorites, the camphosts were very nice and helpful.

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S Craig D

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July 2, 2026 Stayed at: 9, Loop: A

Great campground hosts. Clean campsites. Pit toilets exceptionally clean. But water pump at west side of campground was out of order.

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Tanya S

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July 13, 2026 Stayed at: 3, Loop: A

Camp ground is always clean. Host are an awesome couple to work with.

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John E

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July 16, 2026 Stayed at: 4, Loop: A

The hosts are top notch. They showed kindness and understanding when I needed help. Furthermore, they keep the restrooms very clean and well maintained. The campsite was also clean and free of litter. Watch for high winds at night just after sunset.

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Nichole K

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July 19, 2026 Stayed at: 7, Loop: A

The camp hosts are the best. The campground is peaceful and we always enjoy.

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Katie S

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July 20, 2026 Stayed at: 4, Loop: A

Great campground on the Madison. Camp managers are fantastic, restrooms are clean, area is quiet at night.

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Eric T

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July 22, 2026 Stayed at: 5, Loop: A

Enjoyable visit, great camp hosts!

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Laurel C

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August 1, 2026 Stayed at: 9, Loop: A

The location of this campground is ideal...right along the Madison River. We love floating the river again and again, getting out of the river right at the campsite. The camp host was very friendly and helpful. The campground is clean. Unfortunately, the last two times we've camped in this area, we've dealt with high winds.

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George E

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August 27, 2026 Stayed at: 6, Loop: A

Great little out of the way campground in a scenic location.

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Location & Directions for Red Mountain (MT)

Blm Dillon Field Office, Dillon, MT 59725 United States

Elevation: 1,363 ft

Getting There

From Bozeman; Head west on MT Hwy 84 (Norris Road). Continue on MT Hwy 84 for 20.5 mi. Turn right (North) at South Bear Trap Canyon Road. If you cross the Madison River you have just passed the turn.

From Norris; Head East on MT Hwy 84 (Norris Ro...

Nearest town

Dillon, MT - 97 mi

About over 1 hr (102 min) to downtown

Highway access

Red Mountain campground is accessible via Montana Highway 84, which connects to other local roads. There are no interstates or major highways within 25 miles.

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Last updated: November 3, 2026

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