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Cliff Point (Mt) Campground

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana

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As of October 2026, Cliff Point (Mt) Campground is a campground in Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, Montana with 6 campsites. Cliff Point (Mt) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cliff Point (Mt) Campground is located at 44.7931° N, 111.5669° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Cliff Point (Mt) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 7 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Cliff Point (Mt) Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Cliff Point (Mt) Campground

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Standard 6

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad.

All sites at Cliff Point (Mt) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the A loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
1	Standard	6
2	Standard	6
3	Standard	6
4	Standard	6
5	Standard	6
6	Standard	6

About Cliff Point (Mt) Campground

Overview

Cliff Point Campground is located in southwestern Montana on the shoreline of scenic Cliff Lake. It is approximately 43 miles south of Ennis and 35 miles west of Yellowstone National Park. Each site in the small six site campground is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. There is a centrally located vault toilet and drinking water tap. Some of the sites have partial shade. An undeveloped natural-surface boat launch is very close by and the lake has a no-wake speed limit. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, and nearby hiking and ATV trails. All campsites are reservation only. With some tight curves and small turn-around loop, the campground may not be suitable for long trailers or RVs. The maximum recommended trailer length is 16 feet. Snow may hamper access during early and late seasons. Site number 6 is reservable two weeks in advance of your arrival date. All other sites have a six month in advance reservation window.

Recreation

Cliff Lake offers fishing for rainbow and Yellowstone cutthroat trout, as well as boating, canoeing and swimming, despite the cold water. Boats can be rented at Wade Lake Resort. Just five miles away, the world renowned Madison River offers blue ribbon flyfishing . There are hiking opportunities nearby, including the trail to Hidden Lake, beginning at the upper end of Cliff Lake, as well as trails in the nearby Lee Metcalf Wilderness. Off Road Vehicle trails are abundant in the Gravelly range.

Facilities

A vault toilet and drinking water spigot are located in the center of the campground loop. Water is available May to September, exact dates being weather dependent. Picnic tables and fire rings are located in each site. A “bear proof” bin enables compliance with food storage regulations for those without a hard sided camping unit. A natural surface boat launch, suitable for small boats and trailers, is located across the small cove at the Day Use area. Garbage service is provided only from May 15 - September 15.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 6313 feet, the campground and lake lie in the bottom of a forested ravine at the southern end of the Gravelly mountain range. The 600 acre lake is known for it’s beautiful clear aquamarine water. Wade Lake is less than 1 mile away. Moose, deer, eagles, otters, an occasional bear and a variety of waterfowl can be seen in the area .

Nearby Attractions

Wade Lake, Wade Lake Campground and Hilltop Campground are within one mile. The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is about 35 miles east at West Yellowstone. The Earthquake Lake Visitor Center and Geologic Site is about a ten mile drive. The Lee Metcalf designated wilderness begins about five miles to the northeast. A short drive will bring you to much larger Hebgen Lake to the east and Henry's Lake to the south.

Rules and notices at Cliff Point (Mt) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Cliff Point (Mt) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Cellular service is not available at the campground

There is a food storage order in place. All food and attractants must be stored in a bear-proof manner when unattended.

There is a 16 consecutive day camping limit at a single site and 32 day cumulative limit, at multiple sites, within a calendar year.

Garbage service is available May 15 - September 15. Otherwise, it is Pack It In, Pack It Out.

Trailers over 16 feet in length are not recommended due to small camp spaces and tight turns.

Each site is for a single camping unit. Double or group camping is not permitted in a single site

Please cancel your reservation if you do not plan to use the campsite. Reservations may be forfeited, without refund, for failure to occupy campsite on first night and for absences exceeding 24 hours thereafter. For "no-shows", campsite will be made available to other campers at 2PM the following day, for the remainder of the reservation.

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Cliff Point (Mt) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cliff Point (Mt) Campground?

Cliff Point (Mt) Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cliff Point (Mt) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cliff Point (Mt) Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cliff Point (Mt) Campground have?

Cliff Point (Mt) Campground has 6 campsites.