Liam D.
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TravelerCurtis Canyon Dispersed Camping
Absolutely beautiful, roads pretty rough, but worth it
Best Dispersed Camping in Wyoming
Wyoming's Bridger-Teton National Forest campsites contains numerous free primitive camping areas along forest service roads and creek beds. Cliff Creek dispersed camping offers peaceful creekside sites with good spacing between campers. As one visitor noted, these are "wonderfully peaceful, all sites right next to the creek, plenty of options and pretty well spaced out from each other."
Near Jackson and the Grand Tetons, options include Shadow Mountain, Upper Teton View, Curtis Canyon, and Spread Creek dispersed sites. Most provide fire rings, and some feature bear boxes for food storage. Road conditions vary significantly—expect washboard gravel roads and potential high-clearance requirements at sites like Buffalo Valley. Cell service is surprisingly good at some locations, with a visitor reporting "decent LTE on T-Mobile" at more remote sites. No drinking water is available, and most areas lack toilets or trash service, requiring proper waste management and pack-out practices.
Best Dispersed Campgrounds in Wyoming (247)
1. Shadow Mountain Dispersed Camping
87 ReviewsKelly, WYWebsite+1 (307) 739-5500"A bit of a drive and a rough road, but totally worth it! Off of antelope flat Rd, take a left at the dead end toward the national Forest land. Then you will veer left on the dirt road."
"On the Bridger-Teton National Forest just outside Grand Teton National Park, Shadow Mountain is gorgeous, one of the most popular free camping areas in Jackson Hole, and fills up very quickly."
2. Upper Teton View Dispersed
72 ReviewsMoran, WYWebsite"With that said the upper road to the main camping area was closed off by the forest service at the lower parking area / pit toilet. The view made it worth the trip up."
"There’s beautiful views of the Teton mountains as people say, the roads are a bit rough and inclined but that’s everywhere in the west really:) no four wheel drive needed at all."
3. Forest Service Road 700 Designated Dispersed Camping
46 ReviewsBuford, WYWebsite+1 (307) 745-2300"Just past the campground is dispersed primitive camping 🏕️. All sites are well established. There was a 🔥 ban so no campfires. Good hiking and rock climbing"
"Free dispersed camping with easy dirt road access for any size RV. No worries about RV size. All camp sites located on roads which loop back to main road."
4. Grouse Mountain Basecamp on Forest Road 403
35 ReviewsBuffalo, WY"I stumbled on Grouse Mountain Dispersed Camping last Fall and made sure I visited again upon return this Summer."
"This is about as easy and convenient as dispersed camping gets. Plenty of room for big rigs, but also good for tents."
5. Curtis Canyon Dispersed Camping
34 ReviewsKelly, WYWebsite+1 (307) 739-5500"Great option if the Curtis Canyon campground is full, or if you would prefer something a little more remote. High clearance vehicles recommended - forest road 30440 is in pretty rough shape."
"Maybe they just liked my bug spray, I'm not sure. But with the current fire ban, I spent most of my time at these sites indoors."
6. Spread Creek Dispersed Campground
26 ReviewsMoran, WYWebsite"Nice Dispersed Camping. Doesn’t have Grand views of the Tetons but has nice grassy level areas and spots by the creek."
"There are 14 campsites dispersed down a four mile long gravel road. Part of the National Forest. Great views of the Tetons from several sites."
7. Storm Hill BLM Land Dispersed Site
24 ReviewsDevils Tower, WYWebsite+1 (307) 746-6600"Site was flat and gravel. Spot for tents just up the hill. No fire ring, no picnic table, no hook-ups or garbage. Dispersed camping / boondocking. No fee. "
"The dirt road right off the highway is pristine, not even washboardy. Once you branch right for the last mile or so, there are a few small rocks and ruts but still smooth."
8. Cody BLM Dispersed
23 ReviewsCody, WYWebsite+1 (307) 578-5900"This was a great base camp near Cody, Wyoming however, it does get extremely windy here. It’s a good location about an hour from the East entrance to Yellowstone National Park."
"We pulled off of highway 16 to just explore and found that this area has a lot of options for camping. It is a vast stretch of BLM land between Cody and Greybull."
9. Dispersed camping along Cliff Creek in Bridger-Teton National Forest
23 ReviewsBondurant, WYWebsite+1 (307) 739-5500"We stopped in this part of the National Forest on our way to Yellowstone by way of Jackson Hole, WY. The access is off of HWY 191."
"Most are near the river. Some are very large and flat. We saw quite a few 5th wheelers parked in the first few miles where the road is flat and suitable for a sedan."
10. Reservoir Disperse Camping near Melvin Brewing
23 ReviewsAlpine, WY"Free boondocks camping near the river and brewery. Not a lot of spots. It's perfect for vans, and small RVs. I'm pulling a 20' RV. You are close to town for fuel and supplies. No water or dumpsters."
"Our first time boondocking in a camper van and we may be spoiled for life! Had a spot right on the water, with an brewery 100 yards away."
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Dispersed Camping Reviews in Wyoming
1228 Reviews of 247 Wyoming Campgrounds
TW S.
GuideGranite Creek Trailhead
We visited in late August and stayed 5 nights - there are many sites here and timing to get one is key. Most of the good ones emptied around 9-10AM and filled shortly after. 95% of the others filled up by 5pm. The hot springs at the end is a treat worth visiting as well as the waterfall after the paid campground. Signs are clear when dispersed camping ends before the paid campground. There is no dispersed camping after it, but the entire 7mile road to it from the highway is fair game with many options. It is about a 30 minute drive to Jackson and Teton National Park from here but worth it as you can’t beat free!
Derek N.GuideBuckboard Wash - Dispersed
Bit windy and space shade. Bright lights from the marina across the way. Bad for stargazing. Good for security
Amy W.
LegendShadow Mountain Campground
The road conditions to get up here are a little rough at this point in the year. Lots of rutted-out spots. DIRT IS VERY DIGGABLE. BURRY YOUR POOP! ITs disgusting coming across piles of poop covered in TP. Learn to dig a hole. Its not that difficult.
Duane V.TravelerWoodruff Narrows Public Access Area
Google maps took us up a dirt road, must have a high clearance vehicle way. We still arrived, but at 5-10 mph. If Google maps asks you to leave a nice gravel road on your way here, dont do it lol. Campground very nice with newer pit toliets (bring your own TP). View is amazing of the reservoir and surrounding mountains.
- Amy W.Legend
Upper Teton View Dispersed
A little up the road from the better view. But that was filled to the brim with tents and campers. Decent enough view. The road is pretty rutted out(see photo). Temps got below freezing so be mindful this time of year now. The sites do have bear bins.
TexasRed (.GuideDave’s Site By Grand Teton
Great option for a quiet night or 2 with a great view of the Tetons. Has bear boxes and fire rings and a pit toilet on the forest service road coming in. Just past the pit toilet the road gets pretty rough with a bunch of rocks and dips. Got up there no issue though. Was a lot less busy than some of the other spots nearby.
- CChristina T.
ScoutShadow Mountain Designated Campsite 1
The site is VERY busy but I scored one with an awesome view. The camp host is very sweet and watchful over the sites and who comes. Many sites don’t have the classic Teton view. Road noise is real as people come around looking for campsites. Overall exceptional location. Have to get there early for best pick. They fill fast. Very popular.
- NNicole R.Guide
Grouse Mountain Basecamp on Forest Road 403
Beautiful views
This is a huge area with plenty of spots on grass. Plenty of room for any size RV. 360° gorgeous views.
Guide to Wyoming
Wyoming offers stunning landscapes and a wealth of opportunities for dispersed camping, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to immerse themselves in nature without the constraints of traditional campgrounds.
Tips for free and dispersed camping in Wyoming
- Arrive early to snag a spot, especially at popular locations like Shadow Mountain Dispersed Camping, where sites fill up quickly.
- Be prepared for wildlife encounters; campers at Curtis Canyon Dispersed Camping reported seeing deer and even bears nearby.
- Bring plenty of bug spray, as areas like Bridger-Teton National Forest can have significant mosquito populations during warmer months.
Activities while free camping in Wyoming
- Enjoy breathtaking views and hiking opportunities at Upper Teton View Dispersed, which is conveniently located near Grand Teton National Park.
- Experience the thrill of fishing and swimming in nearby rivers at Dispersed camping along Cliff Creek in Bridger-Teton National Forest, where serene spots await.
- Explore the rugged terrain and unique rock formations at Forest Service Road 700 Designated Dispersed Camping, perfect for hiking and photography.
Essential features of dispersed camping in Wyoming
- Many sites, such as Spread Creek Dispersed Campground, offer fire rings and picnic tables for a comfortable camping experience.
- Facilities like clean pit toilets can be found at locations such as Soda Lake WHMA, enhancing convenience for campers.
- Most areas allow pets, making it easy to bring your furry friends along for the adventure, as seen at Cody BLM Dispersed.
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