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Hilltop Campground (Mt)

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside

Location: Ennis, MT, MT

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hilltop Campground is located on top of the hill mid-way between Cliff and Wade Lakes. It’s about a 3/4 mile steep, winding drive from the Cliff Lake road. There are 18 sites which are all shaded and quiet, away from the crowds at the lakes.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Hilltop Campground offers a quiet, spacious alternative to busier lakeside camping, with shaded sites away from crowds. Campers praise the peaceful atmosphere and kind camp hosts.

Wildlife alert: Pronghorn, Uinta Ground Squirrel, Red-tailed Hawk, American White Pelican, Common Merganser, Cliff Swallow, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area.

Insider tips for Hilltop Campground (Mt): Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site available per the data discrepancy. Hike to Wade Lake campground from the campground to access additional trails. Visit Cliff Lake (1.25 miles) or Wade Lake (1.75 miles) for fishing, swimming, and small craft boating.

Skip Hilltop Campground (Mt) if: You have a travel trailer — the unpaved access road is rough and can damage RV equipment.. You need RV hookups — no hookups available.. You want to camp directly on a lake — campground is located on a hilltop away from the lakes..

Best time to visit Hilltop Campground (Mt): May-October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Cliff Point (Mt) (Ennis, MT), Wade Lake (Mt) (Ennis, MT), Madison River (Mt) (Ennis, MT), Beaver Creek Campground (West Yellowstone, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hilltop Campground (Mt)

Cell signal at Hilltop Campground (Mt) (Ennis, 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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    Ennis, MT, MT★ 4 (0 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Hilltop Campground is located on top of the hill mid-way between Cliff and Wade Lakes. It’s about a 3/4 mile steep, winding drive from the Cliff Lake road. There are 18 sites which are all shaded and quiet, away from the crowds at the lakes.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    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 Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables

    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 have a travel trailer — the unpaved access road is rough and can damage RV equipment.✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available.✕ You want to camp directly on a lake — campground is located on a hilltop away from the lakes.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site available per the data discrepancy.

    Hike to Wade Lake campground from the campground to access additional trails.

    Visit Cliff Lake (1.25 miles) or Wade Lake (1.75 miles) for fishing, swimming, and small craft boating.

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season for the campground.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    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: Pronghorn, Uinta Ground Squirrel, Red-tailed Hawk, American White Pelican, Common Merganser, Cliff Swallow, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

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

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Hilltop Campground (Mt) cost per night?+
    Hilltop Campground (Mt) costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Hilltop Campground (Mt) open?+
    Hilltop Campground (Mt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Hilltop Campground (Mt) have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Hilltop Campground (Mt)?+
    Hilltop Campground (Mt) is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Hilltop Campground (Mt)?+
    Hilltop Campground (Mt) 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 Hilltop Campground (Mt)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hilltop Campground (Mt) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Hilltop Campground (Mt) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Hilltop Campground (Mt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $15 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Ennis, MT

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    From $15/night

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