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Chisholm Campground

Custer Gallatin National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Bozeman, MT, MT

Price: From $26 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (60 reviews)

Season: May through October

Chisholm Campground is located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest, 18 miles south of Bozeman, Montana. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking and climbing.Hyalite Reservoir offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. Anglers fish for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling and brook trout.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/chisholm-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Chisholm Campground sits next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir with excellent fishing for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling, and brook trout. Campers praise its quiet, well-spaced sites with lots of tree cover and beautiful lake access.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, American pikas, and long-tailed weasels present in the area. Also home to Barrow's goldeneye and American dippers.

Insider tips for Chisholm Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 10 tent sites. The last mile of road to the campground is gravel; drive accordingly. Fish the stream in addition to the lake for good catches.

Skip Chisholm Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at this campground.. You're visiting outside May through October — campground is seasonal.. You want guaranteed lake access — some areas near the shore can be swampy..

Best time to visit Chisholm Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Maxey Cabin (BOZEMAN, MT), Window Rock Cabin (BOZEMAN, MT), Hyalite Pavilion (Bozeman, MT), Fox Creek Cabin (Mt) (BOZEMAN, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Chisholm Campground

Cell signal at Chisholm Campground (Bozeman, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Chisholm Campground

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    Bozeman, MT, MT★ 4.2 (60 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Chisholm Campground is located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest, 18 miles south of Bozeman, Montana. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking and climbing.Hyalite Reservoir offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. Anglers fish for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling and brook trout.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Drinking Water

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available at this campground.✕ You're visiting outside May through October — campground is seasonal.✕ You want guaranteed lake access — some areas near the shore can be swampy.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with only 10 tent sites.

    The last mile of road to the campground is gravel; drive accordingly.

    Fish the stream in addition to the lake for good catches.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Mountain lions, American pikas, and long-tailed weasels present in the area. Also home to Barrow's goldeneye and American dippers.

    Location

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    (406)646-1012· Custer Gallatin National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Main Street in Bozeman, take 19th Avenue south for 7 miles to the paved Hyalite Canyon Road. Turn left and continue south for 11 miles to the campground. The last mile of road is gravel.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Custer Gallatin National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Custer Gallatin National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Chisholm Campground cost per night?+
    Chisholm Campground costs $26 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Chisholm Campground open?+
    Chisholm Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Chisholm Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Chisholm Campground?+
    Chisholm Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Chisholm Campground?+
    Chisholm Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Chisholm Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Chisholm Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Chisholm Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Chisholm Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

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    $26 /night★ 4.2 (60)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Maxey Cabin

    BOZEMAN, MT

    From $65/night

    Window Rock Cabin

    BOZEMAN, MT

    From $65/night

    Hyalite Pavilion

    Bozeman, MT

    From $160/night

    Fox Creek Cabin (Mt)

    BOZEMAN, MT

    From $45/night

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