Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites campground
Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites
The campground offers basic amenities, including primitive campsites, fire rings, and pit toilets. Visitors are advised to bring their own water and firewood.
The Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites are open year-round, but the best time to visit is from June to September when temperatures range from 60-80°F.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Madison River is one of the most famous fly-fishing destinations in the world, with rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout abundant in its waters. Additionally, the Bear Trap Canyon Wilderness Area offers some of the most dramatic scenery in Montana, with towering limestone cliffs and the Madison River winding through its depths.
Overall, the Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites offer visitors a chance to experience Montana's natural beauty and rugged landscape while being close to several popular points of interest.
What's on-site at Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Hyalite Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Langohr | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Langohr Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Bear Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fox Creek Cabin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hyalite C At Hyalite R S Nr Bozeman Mt | 47 cfs | → |
| Gallatin River Near Gallatin Gateway Mt | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Gallatin River At Logan Mt | 756 cfs | → |
| Yellowstone River Near Livingston Mt | 5,340 cfs | → |
| Madison River Bl Ennis Lake Nr Mcallister Mt | 1,140 cfs | → |
| Madison River Ab Powerplant Nr Mcallister Mt | 230 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Mesonet Bozeman | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bozeman Montana State Univ | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bozeman 1.5 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lick Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lick Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bozeman Gallatin Field Airport | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Madison Buffalo Jump State Park
- Mike Webb Park
- Missouri Headwaters State Park
- Helena National Forest
Boat launches
- Madison Road 18367, Gallatin County
- Mt 84 Gallatin County
- Canaday Boat Launch
- Warm Springs Day Use
- Montana Highway 84 Madison County
- Us 89 Park County
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites
Can I make reservations at Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Lower Madison Dispersed Camping Sites.