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Red Mountain (Mt)

Dillion — riverside, fishing

Location: DILLON, MT, MT

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (54 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale

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

Red Mountain offers affordable riverside camping ($20/night) adjacent to the lower Madison River with excellent access for fishing, floating, and scenic outdoor activities. Campers consistently praise the wonderful hosts, beautiful river setting, and spacious grassy sites.

Wildlife alert: Moose and American Bison present in the area; Bald Eagles also observed within 8km

Insider tips for Red Mountain (Mt): Book early for May-September peak season through Recreation.gov (877-444-6777) as this is a popular federal campground Float the Madison River from upstream and take out at your campsite for a unique day activity Campground is self-contained RV friendly with no hookups but has drinking water and vault toilets

Skip Red Mountain (Mt) if: You need RV hookups — none available at most sites. You're visiting November through April — seasonal operations limit availability. You prefer walk-in reservations — must book through Recreation.gov or arrive first-come-first-serve.

Best time to visit Red Mountain (Mt): May 1 - September 15 — Peak season with reservations available via Recreation.gov; confirmed operating dates per RIDB. September 16 - April 30 — First-come-first-serve sites available but campground may have limited operations.

Nearby campgrounds: Trapper Springs (Mt) (DILLON, MT), Spanish Creek Cabin (Ennis, MT), Spire Rock Campground (Gallatin Gateway, MT), Garnet Mountain Fire Lookout (BOZEMAN, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Red Mountain (Mt)

Cell signal at Red Mountain (Mt) (DILLON, 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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    DILLON, MT, MT★ 4.3 (54 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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.

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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 RV80 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesCamp HostFirewood for Sale
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsFishing

    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 — none available at most sites✕ You're visiting November through April — seasonal operations limit availability✕ You prefer walk-in reservations — must book through Recreation.gov or arrive first-come-first-serve

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early for May-September peak season through Recreation.gov (877-444-6777) as this is a popular federal campground

    Float the Madison River from upstream and take out at your campsite for a unique day activity

    Campground is self-contained RV friendly with no hookups but has drinking water and vault toilets

    Best: May 1 - September 15

    Peak season with reservations available via Recreation.gov; confirmed operating dates per RIDB

    Best: September 16 - April 30

    First-come-first-serve sites available but campground may have limited operations

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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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: Moose and American Bison present in the area; Bald Eagles also observed within 8km

    Location

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    406-683-8000· Dillion
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    Getting there →

    From Bozeman; Head west on MT Hwy 84 (Norris Road). Continue on MT Hwy 84 for 20.5 miles. 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 Road) travel for 8 miles and turn left at South Bear Trap Canyon Road after you cross the Madison River.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Dillion fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Dillion before arrival — seasonal closures common.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Red Mountain (Mt) cost per night?+
    Red Mountain (Mt) costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Red Mountain (Mt) open?+
    Red Mountain (Mt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Red Mountain (Mt) have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Red Mountain (Mt)?+
    Red Mountain (Mt) can accommodate RVs up to 80 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Red Mountain (Mt)?+
    Red Mountain (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 Red Mountain (Mt)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Red Mountain (Mt) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Red Mountain (Mt) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Red Mountain (Mt) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $20 /night★ 4.3 (54)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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