Overview

Located just off the Pioneer Mountain Scenic Byway of southwest Montana, Grasshopper Campground provides many recreational opportunities for any outdoor enthusiast! It is part of the Dillon Ranger District of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, the largest national forest in Montana, and an easy drive to multiple full service communities. Dillon is approximately 42 miles southeast and Butte 69 miles northeast. Wise River is a small rural community 32 miles to the north that has a post office and small convenience store and gas station.   

There are 20 individual “first come first serve” sites and one large reservable group site that can accommodate two to three trailers. The reservable group site includes a firepit, BBQ grill (Charcoal or wood) and multiple picnic tables. There are vault toilets and drinkable water from hand pumps provided throughout the campground

Grasshopper Campground is accessible late May through December 2nd dependent of weather conditions and accommodate trailers up to 30'. There is no cell phone coverage at this site.

Facilities

• Accessible vault toilets
• Hand pumps (water available thru mid-Sept)
• Picnic tables and fire rings at each site (only one fire pit in the group site)
• Bear resistant bins available for food storage to comply with food storage order
• No garbage service...Pack it in Pack it out

Natural Features

Sitting at 6,946 ft in elevation Grasshopper Campground is nestled among Lodgepole pines providing ample shade and natural beauty. A large variety of wildlife, including deer, elk, moose and even an occasional black bear can be seen in the area.

Recreation

• Hiking Trails
• ATV/UTV Trails
• Photography
• Fishing
• Crystal Park
• Hot springs 

Nearby Attractions

From Grasshopper campground visitors have easy access to many different recreational activities. The Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway is a 49 mile long drive that travels the length of the Pioneer Mountain range and itself provides visitors with interpretive sites along the way including Coolidge Ghost Town, Grand Vista Overview and a wide array of hiking and riding trails. Just an easy 5.3 miles drive north of Grasshopper Campground, people can visit Crystal Park; a 30 acre area open to the public for digging for quartz crystal. Finally, after a day of recreating you can head up the road and take a relaxing dip in the natural hot springs located at Elkhorn Hot Springs Resort. 

Important Notices

• • No cell service at the campground
  • Accessible vault toilets
  • Drinking water (hand pump) available thru mid-September
  • Food storage order in place; all food and attractants must be stored when unattended
  • 16 day camping limit
  • No garbage service; Pack it in Pack it out
  • No hook-ups
  • First come First service sites; cash/check only no change available 
  • $5 Extra vehicle fee
  • If vehicle (motorcycle, ATV/UTV) is hitched/towed onto site no addition fee collected
  • Reservations may be forfeited, without refund, for failure to occupy campsite on first night and for absences exceeding 24 hours thereafter

Directions

<p>From Dillon, travel 3 miles south on I-15 and take exit 59 to MT HWY 278. On 278 travel west for 22 miles to the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway turnoff. Proceed north approximately 13 miles and Grasshopper Campground will be on your left.</p> <p>From Butte, travel approximately 20 miles south on I-15 and take exit 102 to MT HWY 43. On 43 travel east for 12 miles to Wise River, MT. From Wise River, you will turn south onto the Pioneer Mountain Scenic Byway (RD 73) and proceed approximately 32 miles and the campground will be on your right. </p>

Contact Information

Phone: (406) 683-3900

Rental Options

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