Top Free Dispersed Camping near Fortine, MT

If you're looking for a place to dispersed camp near Fortine, look no further. The Dyrt provides you with a diverse selection of places to camp, from dispersed backcountry camping to boondocking, and everything in-between. Each dispersed site offers quick access to one or more of Fortine's most popular destinations.

Best Dispersed Sites Near Fortine, MT (24)

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Recent Dispersed Reviews In Fortine

115 Reviews of 24 Fortine Campgrounds


  • bThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North fork Flathead River dispersed camping
    Oct. 5, 2024

    North fork Flathead River dispersed camping

    Great stay close to West entrance Glacer NP

    I really enjoyed this boondocking site. They have great tent options right beside the river but not too close for flooding. Also they have a hard structured bathroom which was nice. Would stay here again. Also the road was bumpy but I managed it with my Honda Accord.

  • Sarah M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping

    Huge pot holes and water puddles + crowded

    You can only park on the one side of the river and it’s very crowded. Additionally the road going down to the camping area has huge pot holes and and water so you need high clearance to get down there.

  • Ben H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping

    Easy and convenient

    Only about 15 minutes away from Glacier National Park Westgate. I was able to stay here for multiple days. Each time was no trouble in finding a place to park. This area is popular for rafting and fishing. The surrounding area is also beautiful. There are outdoor restrooms located nearby. The camping limit for this area is 3 days. I was able to have good Verizon signal. Overall a great spot to camp.

  • Josh S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispered #2
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Ryan Road Dispered #2

    Quiet solitude near West Glacier

    Got here on a Monday at about 1pm.

    There were about 3-4 sites available, 2 of which could fit a camper. We grabbed one. It could fit a 20-25' camper with vehicle at most.

    The place emptied out pretty well mid week (peak season).

    Pros:

    Many sites Some flat/level sites Some very big sites (2-3 could probably fit a larger 30'+ rig) Very quiet 15 min to west glacier entrance gate Clean Full 5 bar Tmobile

    Cons:

    Not much for turn around space, especially for a larger rig. If sites at end of road are packed you may be up a creek. Weekends it's packed. Still quiet, just nit much availability. No water. The spigot that used to be available outside the park gates are no longer available. Closest water is inside the park at the picnic areas.

    We stayed 6 nights and it was great. Very quiet, and an easy 25 minute drive to Columbia falls for grocery. 15-20 to hungry horse for gas.

  • Elizabeth F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North fork Flathead River dispersed camping
    Aug. 20, 2024

    North fork Flathead River dispersed camping

    Nice stay near West Glacier

    This was a nice site for the night. I came around 6pm and all 4 sites were full so we just car camped in one of the parking spots. The four spots look really nice, but they most likely fill up quick, as we came on a Monday night. It’s a very beautiful place to camp and the bathroom is a perk! I definitely recommend if wanting a free place to camp outside of the West Glacier entrance!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispered #2
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Ryan Road Dispered #2

    Super close to the West Entrance Glacier NP

    Many little sites, some with stone rings for fire, some without. Road is easily doable without 4WD. But has some potholes. You will sleep surrounded by forest in nature and close to the west entrance of the glacier National Park.

  • Mary B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Ryan Road Dispersed Camping

    Last Minute Find Near West Glacier Entrance

    Not sure where we were going g to spend the night, but discovered this great campsite through the Dyrt! Large campsites but was pretty full for the night. We were able to get a space for our Mercedes Sprinter next to another van. Score!

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 30, 2024

    Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping

    Decent spot

    It's a good spot right on the river. Rocky Beach that has a somewhat difficult road to get into. Any stock 4 x 4 truck SUV can do it though. Are some sketchy types sometimes in peak season. There are porta potties, but they are not recently pumped out.

  • Vincent B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 23, 2024

    Ryan Road Dispersed Camping

    I can't believe this is an option outside Glacier National Park!!!

    This spot is so close from the west entrance. There's plenty of spots and it's absolutely free. This is an absolute gem of free national Park camping. Very easy to access with minimal clearance needed. I had absolutely no issue finding a spot with a Subaru Crosstrek pulling a square drop for 4 days over the 4th of July weekend. Truly a fantastic find.

  • Bobby J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 23, 2024

    Ryan Road Dispersed Camping

    Nice stay close to Glacier

    It was a nice stay near glacier but something just felt off about it. There was someone shooting a little too close for comfort, people walking down the dirt road late at night, and cars coming and going throughout the night. It was a nice spot though just felt off

  • k
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 19, 2024

    Ryan Road Dispersed Camping

    Beautiful spot!

    We have a 42’ trailer and thought we would give this spot a shot. There’s a slightly rough dirt road to get to the camp spots. There were about 3-4 sites that could fit our RV. We chose the very last site before the gate leading back to the Ryan air strip. Our site was quiet, loaded with trees and flowers and had a fire pit. We could have easily got a 2nd trailer back there as well. This spot is only about 5 minutes down the road from the West entrance to Glacier National Park. It is next to a used airstrip and we did hear planes taking off and landing a couple times.

  • Theresa N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Blankenship Bridge - Dispersed Camping

    looked beautiful but unable to get to

    i have a subaru crosstrek and the potholes were too flooded to drive down. super unfortunate bc looked absolutely beautiful! only trucks and jeeps were able to make it down the treacherous road.

  • JJ D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispersed Camping
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Ryan Road Dispersed Camping

    free

    Located close to the west entrance, this dispersed camping location is quiet and easily accessible to most vehicles. It did fill up, so get there early. Mosquitos were pretty bad.

  • jess W.
    Camper-submitted photo from North fork Flathead River dispersed camping
    Jun. 13, 2024

    North fork Flathead River dispersed camping

    Close to West Glacier, quiet enough, pretty views

    I used this spot for the four days I was visiting Glacier NP. It's pretty easy to find and close to West Glacier. The dirt road is DUSTY, but it is what it is (turn your lights on so you're more visible). The dirt road and driveway is a little rough and pothole-y, but my Town and Country handled it just fine. 

    Lots of sites to choose from; I was joined by a couple others each night and there was a bit of road traffic and people coming to put their rafts in the river, but it wasn't bothersome at all for me. 

    Right on the Flathead River, surrounded by mountains, and it has a pit-toilet! As a solo female traveler, I would absolutely stay here again.

  • Haley L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Creek Road
    Jun. 12, 2024

    Big Creek Road

    Large, quiet dispersed spot

    Dispersed spot in the flathead national forest. Did some group camping here. Nice and open, however it was absolutely littered with trash. Some a moose!

  • David H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Middle Fork Flathead River Dispersed
    May. 30, 2024

    Middle Fork Flathead River Dispersed

    Fantastic views

    Gorgeous place to camp. We arrived on Memorial day late in the evening. Everyone was leaving at this point. I could see how in the summer and on holidays it could busy. River is very fast for fishing, could maybe get away with fly fishing. Plenty of places to camp.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Ryan Road Dispersed Camping
    Oct. 8, 2023

    Ryan Road Dispersed Camping

    Great boondocking spot for our 36 ft travel trailer

    This was such a great place for our 2 week adventure at Glacier. Fall there is such a gorgeous time of year. We have a 36-foot travel trailer. We arrived after dark on Sept 23, 2023. Honestly, we were worried we wouldn't find a spot and worse, that we wouldn't be able to turn around. We got to the end of the road (there's a locked gate that goes to an airfield), and every spot was full and someone was in the last spot making it so we couldn't turn around. So we parked in the road for the night. No other choice. The next day we moved into the top spot which has space for 2 RVs which was perfect for us since we had family joining us that night. There's a firepit that we shared. Super close to Glacier and a beautiful dispersed camping road. There are probably 10 camp spots, all with fire pits, of which we could have fit into 3, maybe 4 of them. Sign says 16 night limit. Because we arrived at the end of their busy season, it was pretty full the first few days, and then after that, only a few campers up there with us. We had 4 bars with T Mobile and my husband's Starlink worked great.

  • Jennie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Middle Fork Flathead River Dispersed
    Sep. 26, 2023

    Middle Fork Flathead River Dispersed

    Wow!

    Beautiful spot. Very bumpy road on the very short drive from road to beach. Beach spots and spaces away from the pebble beach in small wooded area. Exceptionally beautiful. There are maybe 10 other camper dispersed around the site today - late September.



Guide to Fortine

Camping near Fortine, Montana, offers a mix of stunning scenery and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Exploring: There are numerous trails around the campgrounds. One camper mentioned, "The views from the lake are unbelievable and we enjoyed our hike around the lake" at Bowman Lake Campground. Another noted, "Beautiful trails right from camp" at Kintla Lake Campground.
  • Water Activities: Kayaking and paddleboarding are popular. A review highlighted, "Spend the day kayaking or paddleboarding in this serene, remote location" at Bowman Lake Campground.
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for deer and other wildlife. One camper shared, "Lots of wildlife, the lake is a short 2-minute walk down a designated trail" at Big Creek Campground.

What campers like:

  • Seclusion: Many campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere. A review stated, "Bowman still remains a quietER gem" at Bowman Lake Campground.
  • Spacious Campsites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. One review mentioned, "The sites are huge so you’re not on top of your neighbors" at Kintla Lake Campground.
  • Clean Facilities: Clean bathrooms and well-maintained sites are a plus. A camper noted, "Bathrooms were super clean" at Whitefish Lake State Park Campground.

What you should know:

  • Road Conditions: Some campgrounds have rough access roads. A camper warned, "If you are driving a low profile vehicle you are likely to blow your suspension" at Kintla Lake Campground.
  • Limited Amenities: Many sites are primitive with few facilities. One review stated, "This used to be a little used camp due to the long, windy, bumpy road in" at Kintla Lake Campground.
  • First-Come, First-Serve: Many campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. A camper advised, "Note that all sites are FCFS" at Bowman Lake Campground.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly activities. One review mentioned, "The visitor tent is pretty cool, especially for families with kids" at Bowman Lake Campground.
  • Wildlife Encounters: Kids will love spotting wildlife. A camper shared, "Deer galore!" at Bowman Lake Campground.
  • Safety Precautions: Remind kids about wildlife safety, especially regarding bears. A review noted, "Everything must be stored inside of your LOCKED vehicle due to bear activity" at Kintla Lake Campground.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Road Conditions: RVers should be cautious about road conditions. One camper advised, "The drive out to the campground is LONG and interesting but worth it" at Kintla Lake Campground.
  • Space for Larger Vehicles: Look for campgrounds that can accommodate larger RVs. A review mentioned, "All are back in sites and there are a few available for longer units" at Rexford Bench Campground.
  • Amenities: Some campgrounds offer electric hookups and clean facilities. A camper noted, "Showers were free and warm" at Whitefish RV Park.

Camping near Fortine, Montana, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Fortine, MT is North fork Flathead River dispersed camping with a 4.6-star rating from 20 reviews.

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