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There are many opportunities for dispersed camping on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest.
Forest-wide stay limit: Camping in an area, campsite, or developed campground is limited to 16 accumulated days within any 30 day period.
Scout
The road to this location is closed, the bridge is out. There is no access.
Traveler
This is a fantastic campground with lots of empty sites along Taylor Creek. The site I stayed at had a fire pit with lots of room to setup a tent or camper if you’re interested. Lots of distance between each campsite and again, a pretty valley view with a beautiful creek.
Scout
We drove up this road early on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend and of the first 8 designated spots only about 3 were full. We took the last one (just after 2ish miles from the entrance at the road) and it was absolutely gorgeous. Our little site sat on small ridge with a somewhat steep but short trail down to the creek. No picnic tables, but there was a really cute fire ring. The trails up the road are popular, and over the course of the weekend there were pretty frequent cars and even a few folks walking. We didn't mind too much, but the site is right off the road so you're not secluded or especially private. The trade off feels worth it for the beautiful site and proximity to the creek.
Please be bear aware! There are bears in the area, so make sure to lock your food and other consumables in your truck's cab or in your car.
ScoutWe stayed one night on our way back from Yellowstone. My RTT was perfect for this. There was a small corral for horses and plenty of room for a horse trailer and truck.
Traveler
We stayed here for a few days off one of the main trail head. There are not many sites off the main trail head and we’re all full when we arrived.
We have a 25ft off road travel trailer and attempted to go down two side trail heads. The further one was so bad we had to back all the way out. The closest side trail head was slightly better. We made down the road. However there wasn’t many sites here as well. There was maybe 3-4 sites along this whole trail head. We needed up stay in a pull in a valley early on in this trail head
GuideLots of open space and locations to pull out--beautiful views as well! To access this place we went towards Copper City Trail Head, and drove by the entrance onto BLM lands. Also, note that this place seems common for mountain bikers and trail bikers, so you'll likely run into a few of those. Also also, this place is DRY--so be sure to bring your own water (but on the plus side, no bugs!!)
ScoutPlenty of pull out sites with some scattered man made fire rings. Secluded quiet and great views
GuideGreat spot right on parts of the trial! It’s open and you can see miles in each direction. No shade, no bathrooms, but most have man made fire pits.
ScoutFew sites, best suited for smaller campers. Beautiful area. OHV and horseback riding.
ScoutThe gate was closed when we went. We were also in an RV that doesn't do great with snow so we were going out to turn around anyway. Found a spot in the town of Bozeman. Would be great to know when these gates are open or closed though.
GuideMy partner and I stayed here in September. It wasn’t the easiest spot to find, but we stayed two nights and nothing happened to our tent set up while we took the car to go hiking for a whole day. Definitely busier than I expected, especially with the condition of the road; we had multiple cars coming down the road we were on and then they would turn around and come back but it wasn’t obnoxious. The sight we stayed at actually had been moved across the road from its original site so the car was a little further away than it normally is but it was still a quality site to stay at.
Guide
Great camping spot just off the road. It’s perched near a hill so you get slivers of views through the trees of West Yellowstone. Has a fire pit but that’s it. 2 bars of Verizon service. Lots of trees. This is the only spot I see there are probably lots of places to camp here but this one is developed. Rough road getting up here but totally doable.
GuideEasy drive. I stayed in an early part of the trail but people were pulling trailers higher. Plenty of spots to camp. Fire pits and trails to hike. No service with Verizon which made it more incredible.
TravelerAbout 25 minutes from downtown Bozeman. There’s more spots available up this FS road and the FS roads off-shooting from it, like FS 3164, so explore your options. Quite and very pretty views, road is easily navigable.
LegendNice campsite up a rocky and eroded road. I’ve seen a few cars and off roaders, but mostly quiet. A bit windy. Pretty wildflowers.
GuideAttempted to visit this site but it was closed off. It looks like the road is unpassable due to deep mud. Hopefully it opens later in the season.
We ended up staying on the side of the road at a pullout just up the road. We also also other campers parked along the road.
ScoutFollowed this road up a few miles and found the perfect camp spot.
LegendWe have a very large camper truck that’s top heavy, the road was very narrow but easy to drive up. Gravel and large rocks and small pot holes. When we first arrived we had to stay all the way at the top with the horse trailers because all spots were taken (8 spots) then on the 2nd day we stayed in spot 7 for 3 days. Very secluded and there are 2 spots at the mile 4 marker (hard to see from the road.) Then we walked down to see if any of the other spots were available come Monday and stayed in #4 at the mile 2 marker for fairly a week. We seen a lot of deer and pretty sure a couple of wolves one night. Squirrels! Lots of those guys and they are the most noise we heard. The road is kind of busy on the weekends but not too terrible. A Park Ranger stopped and talked to us to make sure we knew how to camp. He was nice.
TravelerIt was pretty cold, but everyone there was friendly! If you get there too late in the day, there may not be spots left.
LegendNeeded a free site relatively close to town and this spot worked perfectly.
It was super easy to find, had a nice fire ring, and plenty of tent space.
Could've stayed here multiple nights and gone up to explore the reservoir if I had known about it sooner!
GuideStay here! I arrived (very) late, around 10:30pm or so after a long day in Tetons/Yellowstone. I drove down and most spots were taken. I stayed in a little pull out on the side of a cliff. I could hear water running, but it was dark so I couldn't see. I woke up to the most beautiful view ever. It was incredible. The creek running at night was lovely to listen to. A cool trailhead is on this road as well. The sites looked awesome as I drive away, they were just all full. Definitely keep this in your pocket if you're in the area. The road was pretty tame. I'm in an outback and it was easy. 2wd I'm sure would be fine. Also the stars were INCREDIBLE.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3833681.pdf
GuideWe got to the spot later and the day and were able to grab a spot there are multiple spots. The coordinates were slightly off like it is for the road just keep going until you find a spot. Make sure to follow bear safety stuff like pack your food in the car and you should be safe!
Scout
Hardly any water campsites. Rattlesnakes by the bathrooms. Almost impossible to level a camper. There are absolutely no trees so come with a bucket of sunscreen or a canopy.
GuideIt’s a wonderful spot for a weekend away. We had the place to ourselves except for Saturday afternoon in March. There’s over 10 spots, with places easy for groups. However, there isn’t a level place in sight. Be prepared for steep inclines in some situations. While it was quiet people wise, I’m pretty sure you can hear the dam because we had rumbling noise that woke both of us up. The vault toilets are in a good location for many of the spots, and some are in other driveways if you are self-contained.
ScoutStayed here for three nights! Loved everything about it. It was nice to be right by the creek. Beautiful views!!!
GuideThis spot is one of my favorite dispersed sites I’ve ever stayed at. We stayed for 3 nights but could stay up to 16. Next time, I may stay the whole time. There are probably 8 to 10 spots total but 4 miles down, there is a field for group parking if you can’t find a spot, you can throw up a tent or car camp comfortably. There is also a trailhead there as well as an outhouse.
We were able to find a spot about two miles in, huge area that would be perfect for a group. Lots of room for parking and if you go in the woods, there were many made fire rings and spots to throw up tents.
We had a fire every night and the stars were out of this world. Beaver creek river is magical. I spent a whole day by the river, collecting rocks and sunbathing. 30 minutes to the west Yellowstone entrance, there is also a cute town right before you go into the park.
Please pack in/pack out. This place is a hidden gem. I can’t wait to go back and enjoy it again. Also! Horse friendly!!!
Guide
The road was mildly bumpy getting here, but the campsite is very nice. There are toilets and clearly marked campsites with a fire ring and a picnic table. Definitely can’t complain considering the camping was free!
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