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Recreation Region: Dillon Ranger District

Grasshopper Campground and Picnic Area

At an elevation of 6,900 feet, this campground is about 9 acres and has 24 designated campsites. The basic facilities include ADA-accessible restrooms, picnic area for day-use and potable drinking water are offered during the open season. Fishing and hiking may be enjoyed nearby. The campground is adjacent to Grasshopper Creek in a steep canyon. 

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

Group site reservable Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend at Recreation.gov

General Information

The maximum trailer and truck length for the area is 25 feet. This is a pack it in, pack it out campsite with no garbage services. There is a 16 day stay limit. Bear-resistant food storage boxes are available. 

Open annually, from June through September weather dependent.

Open 24 hours/day

There is a 16 day stay limit.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $15 per night
Group Site: $50 per night
Additional Vehicle: $5 per night

There is a $15/night fee with a $5 fee for extra vehicles. The group site is $50/night.

Dillon Ranger District office building

Address: 420 Barrett Street Dillon, MT 59725
Phone: 406-683-3900
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 45.45185814

Longitude: -113.1197898

Elevation

6,900

Directions

From Dillon travel South on Interstate 15 for approximately 3 miles. Take Highway 278 exit, then drive West on Highway 278 for about 22 miles. Take Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway Road 73 north for 13 miles to the campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Other Amenities

Bear-resistant food storage boxes are available, but there are no garbage services here.

Recreation Opportunities

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Hiking Hiking

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream

Day HikesDay Hikes

Last updated April 10th, 2025