Divide Bridge Campground
Open seasonally on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations. Camping fee is $10 per night.
Flood Watch issued July 1 at 10:15AM MDT until July 2 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of west central Montana, including the following areas, Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains, Butte/Blackfoot Region and Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. This includes the following Specific Areas... Missoula, Butte, Frontage Road from Bearmouth to Drummond, West Valley near Anaconda, Philipsburg, Eds Gulch in Drummond, New Chicago area just east of Drummond, Johnson Fire Burn Area, Daly Fire Burn Area and Sharrott Fire Burn Area. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving thunderstorm producing heavy rain. - https://www.weather.gov/mso/hydrology
About
Divide Bridge Campground is one of nine BLM-managed recreation sites along a 73-mile stretch of the Big Hole River between Wisdom and Melrose in southwest Montana. Located approximately 30 miles south of Butte near the town of Divide, the campground offers 21 camping units in a scenic riverside setting at about 5,400 feet elevation. Each campsite features a table and fire ring. The campground provides potable water, restrooms, night lighting, and an information kiosk. A volunteer host is typically present during the operating season. A boat ramp provides direct access to the Big Hole River, which is celebrated as a blue-ribbon trout fishery and popular float boating destination. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. The surrounding area offers access to the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest for additional hiking and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Directions
Take the Divide Exit from I-15, approximately 30 miles south of Butte. Sites are located both south and west of Divide. Sites west of Divide are located along Montana Highway 43.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| blm_mt_butte_fo@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (406) 533-7600 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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