Lower Hyalite Group
Lower Hyalite Group Site is located in scenic Hyalite Canyon on the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest. It is just nine miles south of Bozeman, MT. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and climbing.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | Gravel | Full | No / No | 100 / – | Yes | 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
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | An additional fee will be collected at the campground if the number of people listed on the reservation is exceeded. |
| Accessibility | Site 01 is listed accessible |
The campground offers group site that can accommodate up to 100 people. It can be used for overnight camping or day-use picnicking. A large shelter is on-site, with picnic tables and a campfire ring. Vault toilet provided. Drinking water and trash collection are not available at the campground. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all garbage. Firewood available at Langohr campground for $10.00 per bundle. Gate will be unlocked but closed on day of arrival.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | 5/16 - 10/15 Weather Dependent |
| Forest | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations: http://www.recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777 |
| Fees | $170.00 |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Main Street in Bozeman, travel south on 19th Avenue for 7 miles, to the paved Hyalite Canyon Road. Turn left and continue south for two miles, to the group area.
| Coordinates | 45.5458° N, 111.0497° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedShenango Pile Rx
11 mi from the campground
- PrescribedNorth Bridger Brackett Creek Pile Burning Rx
22 mi from the campground
- PrescribedRx Hell'S Canyon
43 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 ↗ | 9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Valley Trailer Sales Inc ↗ | 15.5 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Hyalite Reservoir is just 6.5 miles from the campground. The scenic 206-acre lake offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, climbing and picnicking. The popular Hyalite Peak Trail begins near the reservoir. The 7.5-mile one-way trail gains 3,450 feet in elevation as is climbs past numerous waterfalls to beautiful Hyalite Lake and Hyalite Peak.
- 5.4 mi
- 5.4 miBlackmore Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 7.6 miPalisade Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.5 miLangohr Divide2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miKirk Hill2 mi trail · hiking
- 1.6 miWheeler Gulch ↗6.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.7 miLangohr Creekside0.3 mi trail · hiking
- 1.7 miMoser Creek1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.7 miMoser Lick ↗4.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.9 miMoser Creek Trailhead ↗Custer Gallatin National Forest
- 2.7 miLeverich Canyon 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 14.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14.2 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 · 4.5 mi
- Little Bear SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 5.6 mi
- Cottonwood SchoolBuilding · Gallatin Gateway · 7.1 mi
Natural features
The group site sits next to Hyalite Creek, at an elevation of 5,000 feet. A forest of fir, pine and spruce trees covers the surrounding mountains.
Recreation
Hyalite Creek provides great fishing for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling and brook trout. Many hiking trails can be found in Hyalite Canyon.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lower Hyalite Group?
Sites at Lower Hyalite Group 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 Lower Hyalite Group?
An additional fee will be collected at the campground if the number of people listed on the reservation is exceeded.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lower Hyalite Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Lower Hyalite Group have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Lower Hyalite Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lower Hyalite Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lower Hyalite Group?
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
Are there accessible sites at Lower Hyalite Group?
Site 01 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Lower Hyalite Group?
Hyalite Creek provides great fishing for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling and brook trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Lower Hyalite Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Langohr Campground (1.9 mi), Hood Creek Campground (5.8 mi), and Chisholm Campground (6.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby