Within Beaverhead National Forest, Coal Creek Dispersed Camping Area provides free camping at 7,000 feet elevation alongside Coal Creek. The US Forest Service manages this large, flat grassy area that sits just off the main road with a rock fire ring and space for tents or RVs. The site lacks privacy due to its roadside position, though the remote location typically means minimal nighttime traffic. Forest Service dispersed camping rules apply, including a 16-day stay limit, and campers must come prepared as no facilities are available. The area restricts dispersed camping to designated locations only along Forest Service Route 100.
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Map & DirectionsCoal Creek Dispersed Camping Area is located in Montana near Cameron
Coordinates
44.85021783 N
111.99818836 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 57 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 38 min from Bozeman, MT
- 3 hrs 40 min from Pocatello, ID
- 4 hrs 4 min from Helena, MT
