Hilltop Campground (Mt) Reservations

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana

Sold out? We check Hilltop Campground (Mt) for cancellations and email you the moment a site opens.

Cancellation alerts

Sold out for your dates?

ArriveLeave

Free alerts are checked every hour. Pro checks every minute and adds text alerts.Next, choose Pro or just this campground. Your nights are saved.

On your iPhone

Get Hilltop Campground (Mt) openings on your Lock Screen.

Scan with your camera to get the app.

Hilltop Campground (Mt) quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check Hilltop Campground (Mt) for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 1 site.
Location: Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana.Campgrounds in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest Montana campgrounds

As of November 2026, Hilltop Campground (Mt) is a campground in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana with 1 campsite. Hilltop Campground (Mt) is booked through Recreation.gov.

PermitSnag checks Hilltop Campground (Mt) for availability and tells alert holders when a site opens up.
Hilltop Campground (Mt) is located at 44.7996° N, 111.5632° W.

Hilltop Campground (Mt) reservations and next available dates

Loading dates…

Next Available Dates

The calendar above shows which nights are open at Hilltop Campground (Mt) and which are sold out.

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 7 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Hilltop Campground (Mt), read on November 11, 2026.

Campsites at Hilltop Campground (Mt)

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking.

About Hilltop Campground (Mt)

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.

Rules and notices at Hilltop Campground (Mt)

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Hilltop Campground (Mt) on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There is a food storage order in effect. When unattended, all food and attractants must be stored in a bear proof manner in accordance with regulations.

Campsites must be attended the first night and may not be left unattended for more than a 24 hour period throughout the stay.

Recreation.gov permit and campground cancellations →

Hilltop Campground (Mt) FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Hilltop Campground (Mt)?

Campsites at Hilltop Campground (Mt) are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Hilltop Campground (Mt)?

Campgrounds near Hilltop Campground (Mt) include Cliff Point (Mt) Campground, Wade Lake (Mt) Campground, Madison River (Mt) Campground, West Fork Madison Campground and Riverview Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hilltop Campground (Mt)?

Hilltop Campground (Mt) is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Hilltop Campground (Mt)?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hilltop Campground (Mt), especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Hilltop Campground (Mt) have?

Hilltop Campground (Mt) has 1 campsites.