Hyalite Pavilion

Custer Gallatin National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Bozeman, MT, MT

Price: From $160 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (13 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Hyalite Pavilion is a day use picnicking area located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Gallatin National Forest. It is 15 miles south of the city of Bozeman, MT.The Pavilion sets next to Hyalite Reservoir. The Reservoir, constructed in the late 1940s, contains cutthroat trout and arctic graying.Hood Creek Campground is approximately 1.5 miles from the Pavilion.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Hyalite Pavilion offers scenic access to Hyalite Reservoir with excellent recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and hiking. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a picturesque destination with beautiful scenery and great photo opportunities just 20 minutes outside Bozeman.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in the area; also expect mountain cottontails, American pikas, long-tailed weasels, and various bird species including American dippers and Barrow's goldeneyes.

Insider tips for Hyalite Pavilion: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Access West Shore Trail and other hiking trails in Hyalite Canyon from the day use area Located 15 miles south of Bozeman via Hyalite Canyon Road for convenient city access

Skip Hyalite Pavilion if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at this location. You require overnight camping beyond the single tent site available. You visit outside May through October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Hyalite Pavilion: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only. Summer — Google reviewers specifically note fishing is fun during summer.

Nearby campgrounds: Hood Creek Campground (Bozeman, MT), Chisholm Campground (Bozeman, MT), Maxey Cabin (BOZEMAN, MT), Window Rock Cabin (BOZEMAN, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hyalite Pavilion

Cell signal at Hyalite Pavilion (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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Bozeman, MT, MT★ 4 (13 reviews)From $160/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Hyalite Pavilion is a day use picnicking area located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Gallatin National Forest. It is 15 miles south of the city of Bozeman, MT.The Pavilion sets next to Hyalite Reservoir. The Reservoir, constructed in the late 1940s, contains cutthroat trout and arctic graying.Hood Creek Campground is approximately 1.5 miles from the Pavilion.

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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
Max RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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 location✕ You require overnight camping beyond the single tent site available✕ You visit outside May through October seasonal window

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Access West Shore Trail and other hiking trails in Hyalite Canyon from the day use area

Located 15 miles south of Bozeman via Hyalite Canyon Road for convenient city access

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Best: Summer

Google reviewers specifically note fishing is fun during summer

Things to do nearby

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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 present in the area; also expect mountain cottontails, American pikas, long-tailed weasels, and various bird species including American dippers and Barrow's goldeneyes.

Location

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Getting there →

From Main Street in Bozeman, travel south on 19th Avenue for 7 miles to the paved Hyalite Canyon Road. Turn left and continue approximately 9 miles to the Hyalite Day Use parking area. The Pavilion is located at the far end of parking area.

Campground entrance

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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 Hyalite Pavilion cost per night?+
Hyalite Pavilion costs $160 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Hyalite Pavilion open?+
Hyalite Pavilion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hyalite Pavilion have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Hyalite Pavilion?+
Hyalite Pavilion can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hyalite Pavilion?+
Hyalite Pavilion 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 Hyalite Pavilion?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hyalite Pavilion is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hyalite Pavilion open, and what are check-in times?+
Hyalite Pavilion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Rocky Mountain Recreation Company
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$160 /night★ 4 (13)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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