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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. The maximum recommended trailer and truck length for the area is 25 feet. This is a pack it in, pack it out campsite with no garbage services. Please limit your stay to 16 days. Bear-resistant food storage boxes are available. There is a fee for the use of this campground.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Open annually, from June through September weather dependent. |
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| Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking |
| Fees: | There is a $15.00/night fee with a $5.00 fee for extra vehicles. The group site is $50.00/night. |
| Open Season: | Campground is open June through November depending on snow conditions |
| Restrictions: | There is a 16 day stay limit. |
| Closest Towns: | Dillon, MT |
| Water: | Drinking Water |
| Restroom: | Vault (see below) |
| Information Center: | Dillon Ranger District Phone: (406) 683-3900 |
General Information
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.
General Notes:
There is no garbage service for this area. Please pack out what you pack in.
Activities
Campground Camping
This is a nice developed creekside campground.
| No. of Sites | 24 sites
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| Fees: | There is a per night fee at this campground. |
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RV Camping
This campground can accommodate RV/Trailers up to 25 feet.
| Size Restrictions | 30 feet maximum trailer length |
| Fees: | There is a per night fee at this campground. |
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River and Stream Fishing
There are some fishing opportunities nearby.
| Permit: | Please check with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks for licensing and permit information. |
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Amenities
| Camping trailer: | Up to 25 feet |
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| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | 24 sites |
| Parking: | |
| Toilets: | Vault - ADA Accessible |
| Drinking water: |
Location
