Big Rock, near Big Timber, Montana, is a straightforward spot for those looking to enjoy some time by the river. With a handful of sites, it’s a primitive camping experience that offers a chance to unwind in nature without the frills.

The campground is right by a beautiful stretch of river, perfect for swimming, fishing, or just dipping your toes in. Visitors have noted the peaceful atmosphere, with some sites providing a bit of shade and a rock fire ring for evening gatherings. As one camper mentioned, “Really, so lovely and relaxing,” which sums up the vibe here nicely.

While amenities are limited—there's no drinking water or electric hookups—there is a clean pit toilet available. Campers appreciate the natural setting, with the sound of the river adding to the tranquility. Keep in mind that it’s a pack-in, pack-out situation, so be sure to leave the place as you found it.

If you're up for some adventure, the area is known for its wildlife, including deer and the occasional grizzly, so keep your gear secured. Whether you’re just passing through or planning a longer stay, Big Rock offers a simple, serene escape into the Montana outdoors.

Big Rock

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Big Timber

The Best Camping Near Big Timber, Montana

Great spot not too far in from 
Big timber. Lots of river running through the campground and low enough to enjoy a swim, fish, or get your feet wet. Restroom is located here. Not far from town so for dinner or anything else you might have forgot. 

Camping by the River

Lovely little spot! Showed up around 5pm Friday and there was only 1 other camper. Had a third join by the end of the night but was super quiet the entire time. Beautiful scenery and river running through. Saw several deer and heard a few others mention seeing a grizzly every once in a while so keep items secured! Definitely would stay again. Vault toilet was clean and well stocked. 6 sites with rock fire rings. A couple sites had picnic tables too! 

Stayed a night but would stay longer

Stayed during a cross country trip.  Awesome location, 10 minutes from the expressway and on the river.  About a half dozen sites with a pit toilet that was stocked and clean.  My site was perfect for a tent, my dog and I enjoyed a peaceful night.  Will certainly stay here again when traveling through the area.

Quiet and clean

We LOVED it here. This is primitive. Not water or hook ups or trash but there is a pit toilet. Right by a beautiful stretch of the river, perfect for spending the day lounging in the water, swimming, fishing etc. There are prob 5 sites here and it was BUSY mid week in August when we were here. Lots of folks fishing/here for the day and all sites full for overnight. Some sites have picnic tables and all have rock fire rings. 
Really, so lovely and relaxing. Would def stay again and again if we are in the are. Best of all…it’s free!! Pack in/pack out. Be respectful of others. Keep your dogs on a leash and pick up after your self. Keep this place as lovely as we found it!!

Eeeep. This place is awesome!

Rough gravel road to get to the spots  &amp; there are only 5 of them . 2 are on the river &amp; looked pretty decent with some shade. The other 2 sit back further from the river but are a quick walk over to the waters edge . These spots looked shady too &amp; tucked away. The only other spot is right as you pull into the area &amp; doesn’t really even look like a spot . It was the only 1 open &amp; we had to get out to double check that it was even a spot at all. Unfortunately it was absolutely filthy with trash &amp; covered in dog feces . I get that it’s a free area but we’ve used a lot of free dispersed camping &amp; fishing access spots over the past 2 weeks &amp; they were all treated with the utmost respect. I’m sad that this place looked like it it. Not cool. We hightailed it outta there &amp; stayed in the Walmart parking lot since nothing was available nearby. 

Would’ve been nice …

Looks like it would be a nice place to camp and has fishing access but currently it's closed and there are work trucks doing repairs and I'm not sure when it will be open again but it is very easy to access off a well maintained gravel road just a few miles from the highway 

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