Chisholm Campground
Chisholm Campground is located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest, 18 miles south of Bozeman, Montana. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking and climbing.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
Site guide
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 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 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground has handicapped accessible toilets. It also has picnic tables, trash service, drinking water, and fire rings.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | 5/16 -10/15 |
| Forest | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations: http://www.recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 |
| Fees | $24.00 site fee includes 1 driving vehicle $9 each additional vehicle. Interagency Passes not applicable toward additional vehicle fees |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Main Street in Bozeman, take 19th Avenue south for 7 miles to the paved Hyalite Canyon Road. Turn left and continue south for 11 miles to the campground. The last mile of road is gravel.
| Coordinates | 45.4747° N, 110.9561° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShenango Pile Rx
14 mi from the campground
- PrescribedNorth Bridger Brackett Creek Pile Burning Rx
26 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Hell'S Canyon
47 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 | Rite Bobbin ↗ | 13.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Valley Trailer Sales Inc ↗ | 22 mi |
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Worth a stop
- 1 miPalisade Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1.4 miBlackmore Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 1.4 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miChisholm Bay0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miCrescent Lake1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miPalisade Mountain Foothills1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miHood Creek2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.8 miWildhorse Cutoff0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.9 miUpper Westshore Loop0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1 miPalisade Falls Trailhead ↗Custer Gallatin National Forest
- 2.6 miLick Creek 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
Custer Gallatin National Forest begins about 7.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.7 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
- Anderson SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 11.1 mi
- Little Bear SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 11.3 mi
- Cottonwood SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 13.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated in a forest of pine and fir trees, next to Hyalite Reservoir, at an elevation of 6,700 feet. The East Fork Hyalite Creek runs alongside the north side of the campground.
Recreation
Hyalite Reservoir offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. Anglers fish for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling and brook trout. Hyalite Creek and the East Fork offer fishing as well. Many hiking trails are found in Hyalite Canyon, including the popular Hyalite Peak Trail. This 7.5-mile one-way trail gains 3,450 feet in elevation as it climbs past numerous waterfalls, to beautiful Hyalite Lake and Peak.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Chisholm Campground?
Sites at Chisholm 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 Chisholm Campground?
$24.00 site fee includes 1 driving vehicle $9 each additional vehicle. Interagency Passes not applicable toward additional vehicle fees
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Chisholm Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Chisholm Campground have?
10 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Chisholm Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Chisholm Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Chisholm 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 Chisholm Campground?
Hyalite Reservoir offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing and fishing opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Chisholm Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Hood Creek Campground (0.9 mi), Langohr Campground (5 mi), and Lower Hyalite Group (6.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby