Madison Ranger District
Madison Ranger District is the easternmost district on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge and surrounds the town of Ennis on three sides. Campgrounds, picnic areas and fishing access recreation areas are available on this district.
Please be "Bear Aware" and check out our Bear Country Safety information before you recreate on the Madison Ranger District. We want you and the bears to enjoy the forest!
Recreation Sites
Antone Station
Site Open
The Antone Cabin sits in a beautiful open meadow at the edge of a thick forest, providing visitors with a unique camping experience in the mountains of southwestern Montana. The cabin is open for use…
Bear Creek Bunkhouse
Site Open
The cabin is located at the edge of the Lee Metcalf Wilderness, at the foot of the Madison Range. The bunkhouse is used in the summer and fall as an administrative site. Bear Creek runs near the…
Bear Creek Cabin
Site Open
The cabin is located at the edge of the Lee Metcalf Wilderness, at the foot of the Madison Range. The cabin is used as an administrative site in the summer and fall. Bear Creek runs near the cabin…
Bear Creek Campground and Picnic Area
Site Open
Bear Creek Campground is a nice summer or fall destination for those looking to camp, hike, or picnic. At an elevation of 6,350 feet, this campground contains 12 designated campsites. There is a…
Black Butte - Lobo Mesa Snowmobile Loop
This trail starts at Lyon Bridge and ends at Black Butte Cabin. The trail uses a combination of trails and existing roads to form a 50-mile loop through the Gravelly Range.
Black Butte Cabin
Site Open
Black Butte Cabin is a snug log cabin that sits high in the Gravelly Mountains. It sleeps four people and has scenic views of Lion Mountain. The area is home to a variety of wildlife and provides…
Branham Lakes Campground and Picnic Area
Site Open
The Branham Lakes Campground is a nice rustic campground on 3 acres. At almost 9,000 feet, this campground is one of the highest places you can drive to in Southwest Montana. There is a day-use…
Cliff Point Campground
Site Open
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 of…
Clover Meadows Dispersed Camping and Picnic Area
Site Open
Dispersed camping and picnic area that is flat and open with well-maintained trails to enjoy a hike on. There is no water or garbage services at this site, but if rustic and simple tent camping is…
Cottonwood Campground
Site Open
Cottonwood Campground is a relatively remote campground offering a nice relaxing campground that is ideal for the minimalistic or rustic adventurer. If you want to disconnect from the chaos and…