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Riverview Campground

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — lakeside

Location: Ennis, MT, MT

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Riverview Campground lies on a sagebrush and grass flat overlooking the Madison River and the Madison mountain range. There are 24 camp units which are large enough for 30 foot trailer lengths. Cellular reception is available.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Riverview offers secluded primitive camping with exceptional views overlooking the Madison River and mountain range. Campers praise the well-maintained sites, clean facilities, and friendly hosts, making it ideal for a base to visit Yellowstone (34 minutes away).

Wildlife alert: Pronghorn, Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons, and garter snakes present in the area.

Insider tips for Riverview Campground: First Come - First Served only; arrive early, especially on weekends. Multiple fresh water spigots throughout the campground. Madison River world-class trout fishing is just 1/4 mile away. Cellular reception available on-site.

Skip Riverview Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You require showers — only vault toilets are provided.. You need guaranteed reservations — FCFS basis only..

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

Nearby campgrounds: West Fork Madison Campground (Ennis, MT), Wade Lake (Mt) (Ennis, MT), Hilltop Campground (Mt) (Ennis, MT), Cliff Point (Mt) (Ennis, MT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Riverview Campground

Cell signal at Riverview Campground (Ennis, MT): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

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★ 5 (3 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Riverview Campground lies on a sagebrush and grass flat overlooking the Madison River and the Madison mountain range. There are 24 camp units which are large enough for 30 foot trailer lengths. Cellular reception is available.

Best for:CampersNature loversFamiliesSites:Tent
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
Max RV24 ft
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 need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.✕ You require showers — only vault toilets are provided.✕ You need guaranteed reservations — FCFS basis only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First Come - First Served only; arrive early, especially on weekends.

Multiple fresh water spigots throughout the campground.

Madison River world-class trout fishing is just 1/4 mile away.

Cellular reception available on-site.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Pronghorn, Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons, and garter snakes present in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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Campground entrance

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Community

#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 Riverview Campground cost per night?+
Riverview Campground costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Riverview Campground open?+
Riverview Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Riverview Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Riverview Campground?+
Riverview Campground can accommodate RVs up to 24 feet.
How do I make reservations at Riverview Campground?+
Riverview 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 Riverview Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Riverview Campground is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Riverview Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Riverview Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$15 /night★ 5 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
How much does Riverview Campground cost per night?+
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Nearby Campgrounds

West Fork Madison Campground

Ennis, MT

From $12/night

Wade Lake (Mt)

Ennis, MT

From $15/night

Hilltop Campground (Mt)

Ennis, MT

From $15/night

Cliff Point (Mt)

Ennis, MT

From $15/night

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