Hilltop Campground (MT)
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 44.7996, -111.5632
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Overview Hilltop Campground is located on top of the hill mid-way between Cliff and Wade Lakes. It's about a 3/4 mile steep, winding drive from the Cliff Lake road. There are 18 sites which are all shaded and quiet, away from the crowds at the lakes. Recreation There are fishing, swimming and small craft boating opportunities at Cliif Lake, about 1,25 miles, and Wade Lake, about 1.75 miles away. There is a hiking trail from the campground to Wade Lake campground and it also accesses other routes on the trail system. Facilities There are picnic tables and fire rings in each campsite. There are four rustic outhouses and three fresh water hydrants spread throughout the campground. Natural Features The campground is located on top of a rolling hill in an old growth Douglas Fir forest. Nearby Attractions The Madison River, a world famous trout stream, is about seven miles from the campground. The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is less than 40 miles.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Hilltop Campground (MT) free?
No. Hilltop Campground (MT) charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Hilltop Campground (MT)?
The campground is about 37 miles south of Ennis on Highway 287. Turn west at the Cliff and Wade Lakes sign on Highway 287, then take Forest Road 241 west for 5 miles to the campground.
What are the rules at Hilltop Campground (MT)?
16 day stay limit. Food Storage Requirements. There are picnic tables and fire rings in each campsite. There are four rustic outhouses and three fresh water spigots spread throughout the campground.
Nearby
- Cliff Point (MT)0.5 mi
- Cliff Point Campground0.6 mi
- Wade Lake (MT)0.6 mi
- Madison River (MT)5.4 mi
- Madison River Campground5.5 mi
- West Fork Madison Campground5.8 mi
- Riverview Campground5.9 mi
- West Fork Campground6.1 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
