Can you reserve a site at Trapper Springs (MT)?

Yes, Trapper Springs (MT) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Trapper Springs (MT)?

60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Trapper Springs (MT)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Trapper Springs (MT).

Are campfires allowed at Trapper Springs (MT)?

Campfires are allowed at Trapper Springs (MT). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Trapper Springs (MT), Montana — 16 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

The Dillon Field Office is unable to make reservations for you. Please call Recreation.gov (877-444-6777) to book a reservation or book online.

Campsites are available for reservation for the Peak-Season times of May 1st through September 15th. All sites are first-come-first-serve from September 16th through April 30th.

Trapper Springs Campground is adjacent to the lower Madison River and provides good access for camping, fishing and floating. The campground has 15 camp sites, 9 available for reservations. There is no boat launch available at this site, but there are several in the vicinity. The campground serves as a great central location to access the lower Madison River.

The day use area has a large pavilion with parking for 20 vehicles. The pavilion can be reserved for groups ($50/day). The campground has 15 camping sites with two accessible vault toilets. Organized Group permits are required for groups larger than 15 people.

Recreation

The Madison River is well known for its robust trout fishery. The lower Madison River is a very popular destination for non-angling floaters (tubers) during the warm summer months. Trapper Springs sits roughly half way between Warm Springs boat launch and Black's Ford Fishing Access Site.

Facilities

15 campsites, 3 accessible vault toilets, drinking water, group use pavilion, fire pits, and picnic tables. Firewood is available for purchase at Red Mountain Campground, when the volunteer campground host is present.

Natural Features

Madison River

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (406) 683-8000.

Nearby Attractions

Lower Madison River, Bear Trap Canyon unit of the Lee Metcalf Wilderness Area, Norris Hot Springs, Ennis

Charges & Cancellations

Failing to arrive on the first night of your reservation will result in a forfeiture of your reservation and your site may be made available to someone else.

The facts

16 bookable sites
1 site for day use only
Vehicles up to 60 ft
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: A, B

Site types

15 Standard Nonelectric
1 Group Shelter Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.

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16 campsites at Trapper Springs (MT)

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
1	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	45 ft	15	🐾
10	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	55 ft	15	🐾
11	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	45 ft	15	🐾
12	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	40 ft	15	🐾
13	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	35 ft	15	🐾
14	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	45 ft	15	🐾
15	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	45 ft	15	🐾
2	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	50 ft	15	🐾
3	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	50 ft	15	🐾
4	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	60 ft	15	🐾
5	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	50 ft	15	🐾
6	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	60 ft	15	🐾
7	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	45 ft	15	🐾
8	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	60 ft	15	🐾
9	A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	50 ft	15	🐾
1	B	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	—	50	🐾

Getting there

From Bozeman; Head west on MT Hwy 84 (Norris Road). Continue on MT Hwy 84 for 20.5 miles. Turn left (south) at South Bear Trap Canyon Road. If you cross the Madison River you have just passed the turn.

From Norris; Head East on MT Hwy 84 (Norris Road) travel for 8 miles and turn right (south) at South Bear Trap Canyon Road after you cross the Madison River.

45.60685, -111.56815 · 45°36'24.7"N 111°34'5.3"W

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Typical weather

Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 38°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	39	42	50	57	66	75	85	85	75	60	47	38
Low °F	24	25	30	36	43	50	57	56	49	39	30	24
Precip in	0.5	0.7	1.2	2.3	3.0	3.2	1.3	1.4	1.4	1.7	0.8	0.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.8 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 Trapper Springs (MT)

Can you reserve a site at Trapper Springs (MT)?: Yes, Trapper Springs (MT) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Trapper Springs (MT) have?: 16 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Trapper Springs (MT)?: 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Trapper Springs (MT)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Trapper Springs (MT).
Are campfires allowed at Trapper Springs (MT)?: Campfires are allowed at Trapper Springs (MT). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Trapper Springs (MT)

Red Mountain (MT) 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
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Spire Rock Campground 20.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Garnet Mountain Fire Lookout 21.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Canaday Boat Launch 0.4 mi · Facility
Warm Spgs Day Use Area 1.9 mi · Facility
Fall Creek Day Use Area 9.5 mi · Facility
Revenue Flats 10.7 mi · Facility
Trail Creek Picnic Area 11.3 mi · Facility
Potosi Campground and Picnic Area 16.4 mi · Campground
Branham Lakes Campground and Picnic Area 21.3 mi · Campground
Spire Rock Campground 21.5 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 406-683-8000
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Trapper Springs (MT)