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Best Dispersed Sites Near Conner, MT (13)

    Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground

    1. Lost Horse Dispersed Campground

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    https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd737682.pdf

    There are many opportunities for dispersed camping on the Bitterroot National Forest. The general guidance is as follows: • Our Forest stay limit is 16 days. After 16 days you must move 5 miles away from your camp site, as the crow flies • Camp in an already used site, do not create a new site o For fire rings (rocks usually), use existing rings before making a new one. Scatter once done and leaving. o Do not burn trash or other items in fire rings to avoid pollution and to not attract animals. o Collect dead and down wood for firewood. o Ensure your campfire is OUT before you leave • Camp 100 feet away from water • Do not rinse and wash dishes/etc. out of the creek or river. Do it on land. • There is a not a set distance for how far you need to be off a trail, but keep in mind other people are hiking and want to enjoy the area as well, so the further away from the trail the better. • Practice Leave No Trace Principles o Plan ahead and prepare o Travel and camp on durable surfaces o Dispose of waste properly o Leave what you find o Minimize campfire impacts o Respect wildlife o Be considerate of other visitors o For more information on LNT, visit: https://lnt.org/ • Do not damage live trees (nails, carving, etc.) • Motorized access to dispersed camping is allowed within 300 feet of most roads. • Know where you are and ensure you are on public lands. Make sure you have an updated map or app on your phone. • Be bear aware and store your food properly.

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        3. Roosters Rest Stop Dispersed

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        https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd737682.pdf

        There are many opportunities for dispersed camping on the Bitterroot National Forest. The general guidance is as follows: • Our Forest stay limit is 16 days. After 16 days you must move 5 miles away from your camp site, as the crow flies • Camp in an already used site, do not create a new site o For fire rings (rocks usually), use existing rings before making a new one. Scatter once done and leaving. o Do not burn trash or other items in fire rings to avoid pollution and to not attract animals. o Collect dead and down wood for firewood. o Ensure your campfire is OUT before you leave • Camp 100 feet away from water • Do not rinse and wash dishes/etc. out of the creek or river. Do it on land. • There is a not a set distance for how far you need to be off a trail, but keep in mind other people are hiking and want to enjoy the area as well, so the further away from the trail the better. • Practice Leave No Trace Principles o Plan ahead and prepare o Travel and camp on durable surfaces o Dispose of waste properly o Leave what you find o Minimize campfire impacts o Respect wildlife o Be considerate of other visitors o For more information on LNT, visit: https://lnt.org/ • Do not damage live trees (nails, carving, etc.) • Motorized access to dispersed camping is allowed within 300 feet of most roads. • Know where you are and ensure you are on public lands. Make sure you have an updated map or app on your phone. • Be bear aware and store your food properly.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Flower Lake Dispersed Camping
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        4. Flower Lake Dispersed Camping

        1 Review
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        28 Saves
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          Camper-submitted photo from Bobcat Gulch
          Camper-submitted photo from Bobcat Gulch

          6. Bobcat Gulch

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          7. Upper Seymour Lake Dispersed Camping

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              9. Bass Lake Dispersed Camping

              1 Review
              21 Saves

              If you are looking for a great backpacking adventure you've come to the right place. The Bitterroot National Forest offers something for everyone, whether that be an out and back overnight trip or a multiple day excursion.

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              Recent Dispersed Reviews In Conner

              8 Reviews of 13 Conner Campgrounds


              • Kelsey W.
                Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
                Aug. 7, 2023

                Lost Horse Dispersed Campground

                Pretty spot, but full of trash

                A ton of dispersed sites right near the creek, but poorly taken care of by campers. We encountered more trash here than we’ve ever seen camping before. I mean, full trash bags left behind that were of course then scavenged by wildlife and spread all over. We also found human poop and used toilet paper in multiple spots, even though there IS a toilet provided here! We found tampons too…it was seriously disgusting…and obviously a popular spot for burning pallets because we found handfuls of nails scattered around, so be mindful of your tires!! This area just seems to attract a different kind of camping crowd, one that doesn’t respect the land or keeping it clean and better than you found it. It was pretty unfortunate because it really is a pretty and overall peaceful area.

              • Opus 15 !.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
                Jul. 23, 2023

                Lost Horse Dispersed Campground

                Very busy road

                From the highway 93 turn it is 4.6 miles to where we camped. The last 2.3 miles of the drive was on a fairly rough, but very manageable, forest road. (Mostly washboard and a few holes) It was 11.8 miles from our camp to Darby, and about 13 miles to the Yellowstone Ranch.

                We grabbed a nice big spot right next to Lost Horse Creek late Friday afternoon. Another RV came into the area later in the evening and crowded us a little bit but we still had plenty of room to spread out. The road in is BUSY. We have camped at a number of dispersed locations over the years and this was BY FAR the busiest forest road we have seen. On Friday night we counted 50 cars passing by before we stopped counting. We drove west down the road a ways Saturday and saw a handful of other sites, but not enough to justify the traffic. We found out that “Twin Lakes” is about 20 miles down the rough forest road from our campsite. We didn’t venture that far as we could only go about 8-10 MPH max in our truck on the washboard road. Maybe we should have tried because it seemed to be quite the attraction given the traffic. This place will do in a pinch but if you are looking for a quiet dispersed camping area kept driving. This is not for you!

              • Steve O.
                Camper-submitted photo from Lost Horse Dispersed Campground
                Jun. 16, 2023

                Lost Horse Dispersed Campground

                My go too dispersed area in the bitterroot .

                This is my favorite area for dispersed camping in the area. Lost Horse creek is beautiful. Can get a little tight with campers in peak season.

              • K B.
                Camper-submitted photo from Bass Lake Dispersed Camping
                Jul. 15, 2021

                Bass Lake Dispersed Camping

                Easier mountain lake hike

                Around 7 miles one way to the lake, only gain 3000ft over the course of the hike with around 1000ft of elevation gain in last mile. Scenic mountain meadows lots of vegetations, creek nearby for a good portion of the hike.

              • K B.
                Camper-submitted photo from Peterson Lake Dispersed
                Jul. 15, 2021

                Peterson Lake Dispersed

                Nice mountain lakes

                About 5 miles one way to Peterson lake, anither 1 and 2 miles to Duffy and Holloway lakes above Peterson. Nice secluded valley heading into Bitteroot-Selway wilderness. You gain around 1700ft in elevation before dropping down around 800ft into the first lake.

              • Quinn Z.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Upper Seymour Lake Dispersed Camping
                Sep. 29, 2020

                Upper Seymour Lake Dispersed Camping

                Lake-side hike-in dispersed camping with amazing hiking nearby.

                Full disclosure: I didn't camp here as I passed through this area en route to another dispersed campsite a bit deeper in. That said, we stopped here for a snack / water break and to filter some water so I had some time to explore.

                The area is BEAUTIFUL. The lake is stunning, and sits nestled right up against some pretty dramatic mountains. Lots of trees and dispersed camping sites throughout. The hike in is about 7 miles, very gentle incline. Not too hard unless you're not used to carrying weight. 

                When we went through, there were people camping, but not too many. Once we went beyond this camp area, we didn't see a soul. That's likely because of the really intense pass you have to go over to get to the dispersed site we were aiming for (see my review for that here: https://thedyrt.com/camping/undefined/flower-lake-dispersed-camping).

                Tons of great hiking in this area as it is close to the Continental Divide Trail. A lot of it definitely involves going up the sides of mountains, but if you're day-hiking and not carrying a heavy backpacking pack, they're not that hard.

                Bring bear spray. Hang your food. This is grizzly country.

                For true back-country seclusion you'll probably want to go further in than this dispersed area, but for a less strenuous and equally as beautiful locale, this is a pretty amazing place.

              • Quinn Z.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Flower Lake Dispersed Camping
                Sep. 29, 2020

                Flower Lake Dispersed Camping

                Very secluded hike-in only BEAUTIFUL dispersed camping.

                Oh man, what an epic camping spot. Getting here is a doozy, but it is so worth it.

                In early September, myself, my brother, and our two cousins decided it was time for a long-overdue reunion, and getting lost in the back-country was going to be the stage for it. We struck out from Bozeman, drove as far as we could go (past Lower Seymour Lake) and then once we hit the end of the road, strapped on our (very heavy - remind me not to bring so much food next time) packs and trekked in.

                The trek is pretty damn tough if you aim to do it in one go, like we did. It's about 7 miles to Upper Seymour Lake (also very beautiful, and with dispersed camping), which isn't too strenuous, but then you have to cut over a pass to get to Flower Lake. That is pretty much straight up and straight down, switchbacks the entire way. I was struggling. The views from the top are amazing though. Also, don't mistake Page Lake for Flower Lake - once you descend the other side of the pass, you'll hit Page Lake before you hit Flower Lake. Page Lake is also beautiful and has dispersed sites, but keep going. I think you'll find it is worth it.

                Once we got to Flower Lake, it was serene. From the time we left Upper Seymour Lake to the time we got back, we didn't see or hear another soul. Five days of just us. The area around the lake is pretty dramatic - it sits in a little valley basically surrounded by steep mountains. Around the lake there are a few areas with rough dispersed sites. Fire pits, a few logs to make "benches", that's about it. Plenty of space to throw tents down, and TONS of firewood from the dead trees in the area. You can camp out in the open if that's your jam, or in trees. We chose the trees for better cover and because that's where we found the best dispersed site. Flower Lake itself is beautiful but absolutely frigid, so we didn't go in. There is a little stream that feeds it where we gathered our water to filter, and I finally decided to take a half-bath. Good god it was freezing, but it felt good once it was over.

                Definitely check the weather before going in. We got slammed with a blizzard that lasted all of the second day and night. We were expecting snow that day, but this was more than we were imagining. It was COLD. Intense wind. Lots and lots of snow. We didn't leave the campfire the entire time except to dig out our tents when the snow got too high around them. Given we were running three-season tents, that night was bitter cold (the water bottle in my tent next to me was frozen the next morning) but we all tossed and turned and made it through it. Not gonna lie, the blizzard was a bit unnerving when we were in it, but it made the next four days of sun so much more appreciated. If you're in the sun, it's actually pretty warm, and a lot of the snow was gone a few days after it fell.

                Lots of great hiking here, as the CDT (Continental Divide Trail) goes through this area. I recommend the hike to the top of Rainbow Mountain for some truly stunning views. Not too hard either, once you've cleared the initial pass to get in, and you're not carrying your full pack. 

                BRING BEAR SPRAY. HANG YOUR FOOD. This is grizzly country and we saw a LOT of signs of them. Fresh droppings. Fresh prints in the snow after the blizzard. We never ran into one directly, but they were definitely around. Be in the habit of making noise so as not to surprise them. I can't possibly imagine how many times I yelled "Hey bear!" over the course of the trip. We noticed that one side of the lake had far more signs of bears than where we were. We avoided it, and I wouldn't recommend camping there. See my photos to get an idea of where.

                The hike out was not a cakewalk either, but with lighter packs and having the hard ascent and descent happen at the beginning rather than the end, it wasn't half as bad as going in.

                This is a great spot for back-country aficionados. It was my first real pack-in back-country camping trip (other than when I did Outward Bound when I was a teenager), and one I won't ever forget. 100% recommended, but be prepared. If you got hurt out here, or caught in bad weather, or god forbid had a nasty run in with a bear, getting out could be difficult. Definitely let someone know where you're going, and when you expect to be back. That said, don't talk yourself out of it if you want to give it a go. This place is special. Really special.



              Guide to Conner

              Camping near Conner, Montana, offers a fantastic escape into nature with beautiful landscapes and a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a spot with more amenities, there's something for everyone.

              What to do:

              • Fishing: Many campers enjoy fishing in the nearby lakes and rivers. One visitor at Mussigbrod Campground mentioned, "Fishing was slow but we caught fish. Saw lots of animals even a video of a Grizzly not but 3 miles from the campgrounds."
              • Hiking: Explore the trails around Blodgett Campground. A reviewer shared, "There is a great hiking trail from the campground - listed in Lonely Planet Hiking the Rockies."
              • Relaxing by the water: Enjoy the serene environment at Lake Como Campground. One camper noted, "Nice walk to dam overlooking lake. Quiet and pleasant stay."

              What campers like:

              • Scenic views: Campers rave about the stunning surroundings. A visitor at Indian Trees Campground said, "This campground was lovely... lots of room, easy access to a vault toilet and lovely background noise from the creek."
              • Privacy: Many appreciate the spaced-out sites at Three Frogs Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "Completely wooded and spacious sites made this place really enjoyable!"
              • Clean facilities: Cleanliness is a big plus for campers. A guest at Anglers Roost Campground remarked, "The showers/baths were brand new- clean. They had activities over the weekend."

              What you should know:

              • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Blodgett Campground, have minimal facilities. A camper noted, "Only five sites so come early to this free Campground."
              • First-come, first-served: Many sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A visitor at Lake Como Campground mentioned, "First come first serve but mid September easy to get site."
              • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife sightings. One camper at Mussigbrod Campground shared, "Saw lots of animals even a video of a Grizzly not but 3 miles from the campgrounds."

              Tips for camping with families:

              • Choose family-friendly sites: Look for campgrounds with amenities like picnic tables and fire rings. A reviewer at Anglers Roost Campground mentioned, "Outhouses with vault toilets, fire ring, picnic table."
              • Plan for activities: Make sure to have activities for kids. One camper at Three Frogs Campground noted, "Some hiking trails."
              • Safety first: Keep an eye on kids near water. A visitor at Black Bear Campground said, "You have access to the creek with most sites."

              Tips from RVers:

              • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Anglers Roost Campground mentioned, "Full hook ups. Would have preferred to stay closer to the river."
              • Be aware of road conditions: Some campgrounds may have rough access roads. A reviewer at Lost Horse Dispersed Campground noted, "The last 2.3 miles of the drive was on a fairly rough, but very manageable, forest road."
              • Plan for limited services: Some campgrounds, like Black Rabbit RV, may not have full services. A visitor shared, "There are no hookups of any kind, no potable water, and no trash service so pack it out."

              Camping near Conner, Montana, has its unique charm and challenges. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!

              Frequently Asked Questions

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

                According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Conner, MT is Lost Horse Dispersed Campground with a 3.8-star rating from 4 reviews.

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