Riverview Campground
Open for the season. Operates late May through mid-October, weather dependent. First-come-first-served only; no reservations accepted. A food storage order is in effect requiring all food and attractants to be stored in a bear-proof manner when unattended. Sites must be attended the first night and may not be left unattended for more than 24 hours.
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 10 at 10:56AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of between 2 to 5 inches across lower elevations, with 5 to 8 inches in the mountains. Locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central and southwest Montana. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Gusty winds combined with the wet and heavy nature of the snow could bring down tree branches. Isolated power outages are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts will vary drastically from grassy surfaces to roadways, most notably at lower elevations, with accumulations on non-grassy surfaces being confined mainly to between the evening through late morning hours.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
About
Riverview Campground lies on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest in southwest Montana, perched on an open sagebrush flat that overlooks the Madison River and the dramatic Madison mountain range. At 6,000 feet elevation, the forest slopes up from the upper edge of the campground while the river valley spreads below. Cellular reception is available throughout the campground. The campground provides 24 camp units, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Three vault toilets and five water spigots are distributed throughout. Sites can accommodate trailers up to 30 feet in length. This is a cash or check payment facility with no change available on site. The Madison River, one of the most celebrated trout fisheries in the world, flows about a quarter mile from the campground. Additional fishing and boating opportunities exist at nearby Wade, Cliff, Hebgen, and Henrys lakes. The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is less than 40 miles away, making this an excellent base camp for exploring the greater Yellowstone ecosystem.
Directions
Located about 34 miles south of Ennis on Highway 287.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 682-4253 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Riverview Campground Page |
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