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Recent Dispersed Reviews In Canyon Creek

18 Reviews of 10 Canyon Creek Campgrounds


  • Rachel S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Confederate Disperse Camping Area
    Aug. 15, 2024

    Confederate Disperse Camping Area

    Great spot for the night

    Stayed here twice in early August about a week apart. Any car should be able to get down the road to the campsites. A bit buggy but free. Pit toilet available.

  • Azaali J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite #3
    Jul. 9, 2024

    Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite #3

    Great little spot

    We didn’t stay at this exact site as it was taken but there one more dispersed site about a mile or so down the road.

    Was nice being close to the creek and there was lots of fallen trees we used for firewood.

    Quiet spot with a small amount of traffic on the road.

    Didn’t see any wildlife but the horseflies were a bit out of control this time of the year.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Scott Reservoir Dispersed
    Jul. 22, 2023

    Scott Reservoir Dispersed

    Great Secluded Reservoir

    Great place to camp for overlooking the reservoir. Ran into one local taking pictures but left soon after. About 4-5 rock fire rings fairly close together. I had the entire place to myself on a Thursday night. Some bugs but not too bad. Road going around to the other side of the reservoir is gated and closed now.

  • Austin R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Confederate Disperse Camping Area
    Jun. 16, 2023

    Confederate Disperse Camping Area

    Mostly quiet / Overall a good stay

    Pulled in early on a Friday and it was already filling up. Stayed 1 week and was by myself for most of it besides the weekend. I did come back at one point during a storm to find a bunch of teenagers parked right next to my camper and when it stopped raining they started doing donuts and messing around. Also, the fire pit was full of garbage when I got there. Overall it was a great stay, especially since it was free. The reception was good, the road just leading to the camping spots was a little bumpy

  • Ashley C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Scott Reservoir Dispersed
    Oct. 8, 2022

    Scott Reservoir Dispersed

    A nice view of the reservoir

    Came up here in a whim one night and got lucky! No one else camped up there so it was peacful. You're right by the water with. Great mountain view, couldn't ask for more.

    There were just a few cars driving back down the mountain in the evening. But no one bothered.

    There's a nice hand full of spots you could pull up in a car, maybe two spots your could fit a small trailer in. About four or five fire rings in the immediate area. I wouldn't be surprised in there were more spots in the area or the other side of the reservoir.

    Pretty easy to get to from Helena. Just take Rimini road all the way up, past the town, past private property. At some point I took a right onto Goulds.

    Not the best roads but I got up there fine with my 2015 Outback just fine.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite
    Nov. 29, 2021

    Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite

    Beautiful spot

    This was a pretty spot on the river with quite a few sites and a day use area. Access to the river was a bit tight through the day use area. A small amount of road noise could be heard and the vault toilet was clean. Overall a great place.

  • Josh B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Confederate Disperse Camping Area
    Aug. 19, 2021

    Confederate Disperse Camping Area

    Beautiful but a ton of people

    Great place to camp right along the water for tents, RTTs, or campers. The problem is there were a ton of people. I arrived on a Thursday with only one other person camping within 100 yards of me. By Saturday, there were 12 different campers packed in like sardine along the same 100 yard stretch. Loose dogs were running all over and generators were running all night. If you don't mind the crowd, it's a great place to camp and enjoy the water

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite #3
    Aug. 1, 2021

    Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite #3

    Roomy disperse site with easy river access

    This is the 3rd and final disperse site that the Helena National Forest has marked along the little Blackfoot River.  It is nice to be sure that you are on public land when in an area checker boarded with private land.  This is a large flat camping area with plenty of room for tents and several RV's.  Site has a large rock fire ring, and the river is only a few short flat feet away.  Plenty of wood can be found for making a fire.  Site is near the road, but very little traffic comes this way as you are almost at the roads end.  Water can be easily filtered from the river (more like a creek at this point)

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Blackfoot River 2nd Disperse Campsite
    Aug. 1, 2021

    Little Blackfoot River 2nd Disperse Campsite

    Small disperse campsite along the Little Blackfoot RIver

    This is the second disperse camping sit along the Little Blackfoot River that has been marked as a disperse campsite by the Helena National Forest.  It is nice having these sits marked by the Forest Service as their are several parcels of private land along the road.  This site is small with only one small level area for a tent of mid sized RV.  The site has a large rock fire ring in the center.  Their is no easy trail access to the river.  Plenty of down trees in the area for firewood if you have a way to cut them, their is also plenty of small stuff that can be easily collected for a fire.   Site is right next to the road, but road noise should be little to none as a few curves will slow vehicles down and their isn't much more road left until the campground and trailhead at the end of the road.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite
    Jul. 30, 2021

    Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite

    Big Roomy Disperse campsite along the little Blackfood River

    Bumped in to this disperse campsite while heading out for a hike.  This is one of three disperse campsite along the Little Blackfoot River in the Helena National Forest that have been marked by the Forest Service as a disperse camping area. This is a nice large flat right next to the creek with plenty of room for multiple tents or RVs.  The site has a large rock fire ring and the big bonus of having a picnic table.  A short trail leads to the river, but does require a little bit of scrambling.  The River (more of a creek at this point) has a nice spot if you need to cool off from the summer heat.  Another short trail goes up a small hill and leads to an area with lots of fallen trees which can be cut for firewood if fire restrictions are not in place.  The only bad thing about this disperse site is that it is right next to the road.

  • Jessa
    Camper-submitted photo from Confederate Disperse Camping Area
    May. 1, 2021

    Confederate Disperse Camping Area

    Confederate Dispersed Camping

    Canyon Ferry has great dispersed camping all around it. The specific site we stayed at was right next to the beach. Great views and right down from a pit toilet.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Confederate Disperse Camping Area
    Apr. 27, 2021

    Confederate Disperse Camping Area

    Cows!!

    There were some of the cutest cows on the way in. It took me over half an hour to locate the owner and get a calf's head unstuck. The water was pretty and my dogs loved all the beach wood. My neighbors were friendly and didn't mind the dogs running around.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Confederate Disperse Camping Area
    Aug. 6, 2019

    Confederate Disperse Camping Area

    RV disperse camping on Canyon Ferry Lake

    You almost don't realize that this area open to camping and would drive right by if it were not for a plywood sign just after crossing a cattle guard. The plywood has just a few signs on it, one listing the number of nights you can camp for. The others are the camping rules, travel restrictions and notice that spot must be occupied at night. This camping area is a mile north of Confederate Campground. When you look back up the road leading to the camping area you can notice a vault toilet in the distance. It is over a½ mile to this vault toilet down a two track road. One flat grassy camping spot can be found about half way to the toilet. This grassy spot is your best bet if you have a tent with out a crowd. The spot is on the shore of the lake with just a few young willows between you and the water. The remainder of the camping appears to happen just after the ADA vault toilet.  A few more grassy spots are possible near the vault toilet, then there is a narrow section of gravel beach on which RV's turn in to a parking area. The RV's line up one right behind the other on this beach as this is the only real level place to park. No other services besides the ADA vault toilet is available so come prepared. The area has no picnic tables and any fire rings are on the beach made by previous visitors. The site does not have a boat ramp, but the gravel shore would make it easy to launch one.



Guide to Canyon Creek

Camping near Canyon Creek, Montana, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're into fishing, hiking, or just relaxing by the water, there’s something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Fishing: Many campers enjoy fishing in the nearby lakes and rivers. One visitor at Devil's Elbow Campground mentioned, "The spaces are wide and well separated... There is a small swimming beach and a free boat dock."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the campgrounds. A reviewer at Hellgate Campground said, "We took ATVs and rode them to a trailhead that starts just across the highway from the campsite."
  • Swimming: Enjoy the water at various campgrounds. A camper at Black Sandy State Park Campground noted, "All the sites are on the water. Nice swim area. Clean bathrooms."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings. One visitor at Lost Moose Meadows Campground said, "You can't beat the views. The owners are very hardworking and helpful."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many appreciate the peaceful environment. A reviewer at Court Sheriff Campground mentioned, "We were surprised how well kept and beautiful the campground is!"
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A visitor at Cromwell Dixon Campground stated, "Sites have good separation. Potable water taps and vault bathrooms are very clean."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds lack full facilities. A camper at Black Sandy State Park Campground pointed out, "You must already have water or get it at the dump station at the entrance."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. A visitor at Hellgate Campground shared, "The deer seemed to have a route right next to our site."
  • Road Conditions: Some access roads can be rough. A reviewer at Goose Bay - Dispersed Camping mentioned, "Just go slow. It's gravel and desperately needs to be smoothed out!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities for kids. A camper at Bernie & Sharons Riverfront RV Park said, "The campground had coin showers with hot water and a family-friendly rec room."
  • Plan Activities: Bring games or outdoor toys. A visitor at Devil's Elbow Campground noted, "The hiking paths are paved with frequent dog poo stations and trash cans."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep everyone fueled for fun. A reviewer at Cromwell Dixon Campground mentioned, "Moderate road noise until dark. Beautiful views and dark skies at night for stargazing."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Court Sheriff Campground said, "Most of the sites are really tight to get into with a larger rig."
  • Bring Extra Water: Some campgrounds don’t have water hookups. A visitor at Black Sandy State Park Campground pointed out, "You must use a bucket or jug for water at the campsites."
  • Be Ready for Generators: Many sites may have campers using generators. A reviewer at Holter Dam Rec. Site Campground mentioned, "None have electrical service so there are lots of generators."

Camping near Canyon Creek, Montana, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Canyon Creek, MT?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Canyon Creek, MT is Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite with a 3.7-star rating from 3 reviews.

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