Riverview Campground
Campground · Montana · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Beaverhead National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 24 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 5,905 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Riverview Campground lies on a sagebrush and grass flat overlooking the Madison River and the Madison mountain range. There are 24 camp units which are large enough for 30 foot trailer lengths. Cellular reception is available. This is a First Come - First Served campground so reservations are not accepted.
Recreation
The Madison River, a world famous trout fishery, is about 1/4 mile from the campground. Fishing and boating is available at nearby Wade, Cliff, Hebgen and Henries lakes.
Facilities
Each campsite has a fire ring and picnic table. There are three outhouses and five water spigots spread through the campground.
Natural Features
The campground is in an open sagebrush and grass covered flat on a hill that overlooks the Madison River. The forest slopes up from the upper edge of the campground.
Nearby Attractions
The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is less than 40 miles away.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 24 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
Site types
- 1 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.
1 campsite at Riverview Campground
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | Slight | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
44.88420, -111.57680 · 44°53'3.1"N 111°34'36.5"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 2.3 | 2.1 | 2.4 | 2.6 | 2.9 | 3.1 | 1.3 | 1.2 | 1.6 | 2.0 | 2.2 | 2.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Riverview Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Riverview Campground?
- Yes, Riverview Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Riverview Campground have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Riverview Campground?
- 24 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Riverview Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Riverview Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Riverview Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Riverview Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Riverview Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Riverview Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- There is a $15 per night fee for this campground. Cash or check only. There is no change available, bring correct amount.
Restrictions:
- 16 day stay limit. Food Storage Requirements .
Accessibility:
- Accessible Facilities: Toilets
Camping near Riverview Campground
- West Fork Madison Campground 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Madison River (MT) 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wade Lake (MT) 5.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Hilltop Campground (MT) 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cliff Point (MT) 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Beaver Creek Campground 10.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wall Creek Cabin 10.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Beaver Creek Cabin (MT) 11 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cabin Creek Campground 11.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Black Butte Cabin 12.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Palisades Day Use 8.2 mi · Facility
- Palisades Campground 8.7 mi · Campground
Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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