Red Cliff Campground
Red Cliff Campground is located in the scenic Gallatin Canyon, on the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest, in Montana. Bozeman is 46 miles north of the campground and West Yellowstone is 45 miles south. The campground is adjacent to the Gallatin River and Highway 191. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, rafting, hiking and viewing local wildlife.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 36 |
| Standard with electric | 25 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
61 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Electric | Back-in | 56 | Gravel | Full | 30/50 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Electric | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Electric | Back-in | 57 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 011 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers single-family campsites, with and without electric hookups. Several sites are also accessible. A day-use group picnic area is available on-site as well, and can accommodate up to 60 people. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | 5/15 - 10/15 Weather Dependent |
| Forest | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations: http://www.recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 |
| Fees | $24.00 includes 2 driving vehicles, $32.00 electric site, $9.00 each additional vehicle. Federal Recreation Passes not applicable toward electric. |
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Getting there
From Bozeman, travel south on Highway 191 for 46 miles to the campground. From West Yellowstone, take Highway 191 north for 45 miles.
| Coordinates | 45.1742° N, 111.2417° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShenango Pile Rx
20 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Hell'S Canyon
37 mi from the campground
- PrescribedNorth Bridger Brackett Creek Pile Burning Rx
49 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Grizzly Outfitters ↗ | 6.8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 36.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Valley Trailer Sales Inc ↗ | 39.9 mi |
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Worth a stop
The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is located 45 miles south of the campground, in the town of West Yellowstone. Visitors enjoy day trips to the park for unparalleled wildlife viewing, beautiful scenery and unique geologic features. The Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center in the town of West Yellowstone is a popular attraction. It showcases live grizzly bears, gray wolves and various birds of prey, and has a variety of exhibits and educational programs.
- 1.5 miTwin Cabin Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5.2 miBuffalo Horn Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miElk Horn ↗4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.2 miElkhorn River Ford0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.2 miLower Buck Ridge (snowmo)1.9 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.2 miLower Buck Ridge1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.5 miTwin Cabin1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miBuck Ridge ↗10.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.5 miTwin Cabin Trailhead ↗Custer Gallatin National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Lee Metcalf Wilderness.
- inLee Metcalf Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 242,068 acres
- 14.3 miCuster Gallatin National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,412,203 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Crail Ranch BuildingsBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 7.6 mi
Natural features
The campground sits next to the Gallatin River, at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Most campsites are situated among scattered pine and fir trees. Some sites are located in open meadows further from the river. A variety of wildlife makes its home in this scenic canyon. Visitors can often glimpse bald eagles, bighorn sheep, moose, elk, mountain goats, deer and coyotes. Black and grizzly bears also live in the canyon.
Recreation
Great opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing are available around the campground. Anglers cast for rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout, whitefish and Arctic grayling on the Gallatin River. Rafting and kayaking are popular activities as well. The Elkhorn Creek Trail, for hiking and horseback riding, begins at the south end of the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Red Cliff Campground?
Sites at Red Cliff Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations: http://www.recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Red Cliff Campground?
$24.00 includes 2 driving vehicles, $32.00 electric site, $9.00 each additional vehicle. Federal Recreation Passes not applicable toward electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Red Cliff Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Red Cliff Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season 5/15 - 10/15 Weather Dependent.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Red Cliff Campground have?
62 sites, including 36 standard sites without power and 25 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Red Cliff Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Red Cliff Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Red Cliff Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Red Cliff Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Red Cliff Campground?
Great opportunities for hiking, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing are available around the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Red Cliff Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tom Miner Campground (9.3 mi, first-come), Moose Creek Group Site (12.7 mi), and Moose Creek Flat Campground (13.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby