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Lower Hyalite Group
FSU.S. Forest Service — Idaho · Custer Gallatin National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Location | Idaho · Custer Gallatin National Forest · 45.54583, -111.04972 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | An additional fee will be collected at the campground if the number of people listed on the reservation is exceeded. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 1 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 406-646-1012 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview 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.
Recreation Hyalite Creek provides great fishing for Yellowstone cutthroat, Arctic grayling and brook trout. Many hiking trails can be found in Hyalite Canyon. Facilities 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. If assistance is needed please call 623-910-0170
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. Nearby Attractions 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Directions, from the listing
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.
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Trip Card — Lower Hyalite Group
Idaho · Custer Gallatin National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Idaho · Custer Gallatin National Forest |
| Fees | An additional fee will be collected at the campground if the number of people listed on the reservation is exceeded. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234573 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.