Best Tent Camping near Pray, MT

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Best Tent Sites Near Pray, MT (60)

    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Camper-submitted photo from Loch Leven
    Camper-submitted photo from Loch Leven
    Camper-submitted photo from Loch Leven
    Camper-submitted photo from Loch Leven
    Camper-submitted photo from Loch Leven
    Camper-submitted photo from Loch Leven

    2. Loch Leven

    9 Reviews
    32 Photos
    76 Saves
    Pray, Montana
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from East Boulder Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Boulder Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Boulder Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Boulder Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Boulder Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from East Boulder Campground

    4. East Boulder Campground

    9 Reviews
    33 Photos
    168 Saves
    Mcleod, Montana

    This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night. Accessible - yes (toilet as well)

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Tower Fall Campground — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Tower Fall Campground — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Tower Fall Campground — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Tower Fall Campground — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Tower Fall Campground — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Tower Fall Campground — Yellowstone National Park

    5. Tower Fall Campground — Yellowstone National Park

    14 Reviews
    76 Photos
    38 Saves
    Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

    Tower Fall Campground—elevation 6,600 feet (2012 m)—is located on the north side of the steep, winding, road to Dunraven Pass. The campground is near the Tower General Store and Tower Fall. The Lamar Valley, with spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities, is located nearby as are several hiking trails. Roosevelt Lodge, a short drive from the campground, offers dining and horseback riding. This is a first-come, first-served campground run by the National Park Service.

    • Tents
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    6. Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    5 Reviews
    17 Photos
    101 Saves
    Gardiner, Montana

    The Gardiner district covers the southeast part of Custer Gallatin National Forest, bordering Yellowstone National Park. Both Gardiner, MT and Cooke City, MT are within the Gardiner district.

    Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. It also means no services (such as trash removal), and little or no facilities (such as tables, fire pits or toilets) are provided.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Blackmore Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Blackmore Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site

    8. South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site

    4 Reviews
    13 Photos
    121 Saves
    Bozeman, Montana

    Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Dispersed camping means no services (such as trash removal), and little or no facilities (such as tables and fire pits) are provided.

    Rules for dispersed camping Groups over 75 people are not allowed. Dispersed camping is NOT allowed in the vicinity of developed recreation areas. You need to be self-contained. No amenities are provided; such as water, restrooms or trash cans. Please pack out all your trash. You may camp in a dispersed area for up to 16 days. After 16 days, you must move at least 5 road miles for camping in another dispersed area and you can not return to your original campsite for 7 days. Please use existing fire rings and avoid creating new fire rings. Contact your local district office for information on fire restrictions. It is your responsibility to know if fire restrictions are in effect before you go camping. Be bear aware and know the food storage regulations before camping. These regulations are strictly enforced. Where can I disperse camp? To find out where you are allowed to disperse camp, please refer to each district's Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM). These maps will show which roadways allow disperse camping and it tells you the distance you are allowed to drive off the road to camp. Please note that some roads have more limitations and restrictions than others. Please consult the Motor Vehicle Use Map or call the district office for more details. To see our Motor Vehicle Use Maps, click here.

    Can I have a campfire? Please use existing sites and fire rings. Firewood permits are not needed if wood is used on the forest. If wood is transported home for personal use, you will need to purchase a firewood permit at the closest district office. This permit should be obtained prior to you gathering or transporting any wood.

    Before you leave your campfire make sure is it completely out. You should be able to put your whole hand into the ashes without being burned; it should be cool to the touch. Stir the ashes to make sure all embers have cooled. This is very important! Many forest fires are caused by abandoned campfires that were not completely out.

    The National Forest has wildfires each year. Many of these are human caused from escaped campfires in dispersed sites. Campfires are allowed unless there are fire restrictions in effect due to high fire danger conditions. It is your responsibility to know if fire restrictions are in effect before you go camping. You can learn about any fire restrictions by contacting the nearest Forest Service office.

    Dispersed camping means no bathrooms and no outhouses. That means extra care has to be taken in disposing of human waste. To dispose of feces, dig a hole six to eight (6-8) inches deep at least 200 feet away from any water source. When you are done, fill the hole with the dirt you dug up and take your toilet paper with you to dispose of in a proper waste container. Never defecate or leave toilet paper on top of the ground. Do not simply cover it with a rock. It could easily get into the local water source and contaminate it.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from West Boulder Trailhead and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Boulder Trailhead and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Boulder Trailhead and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Boulder Trailhead and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Boulder Trailhead and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from West Boulder Trailhead and Campground

    9. West Boulder Trailhead and Campground

    1 Review
    17 Photos
    11 Saves
    Mcleod, Montana

    A campground in the west boulder area on the Yellowstone District. Open all year. Access is limited during the fall and winter due to snow. Access road not suitable for vehicles longer than 20'. This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware the campground may fill up on weekends & holidays during the summer months and you should arrive in the early afternoon to ensure there is a space available for the night.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $12 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Fairy Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Fairy Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Fairy Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Fairy Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Fairy Lake Campground
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Recent Tent Reviews in Pray

755 Reviews of 60 Pray Campgrounds


  • Tristan S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Taylor Fork Road Dispersed
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Taylor Fork Road Dispersed

    Easy Access Campground

    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.

  • Carol L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Creekside Oasis
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Creekside Oasis

    cool

    What a beautiful spot to escape to! A single, private campground surrounded by a cottonwood grove sounds like the perfect place for a peaceful getaway. The 60 acres on Miner Creek offer ample opportunities for relaxation and adventure. Speaking of getting away, if you ever find yourself needing to craft the perfect description or promotional content for your own adventures, consider using lastminutewriting.com writing service. They offer fantastic support in creating engaging and high-quality texts. Enjoy the tranquility of nature and make the most of this beautiful campground! It sounds like a wonderful place to unwind.

  • Trudi A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellowstone Holiday Resort
    Sep. 17, 2024

    Yellowstone Holiday Resort

    Great views but poor WiFi

    Great views of the lake and mountains. Visits from the resident bison on property. Don't count on WiFi which was pretty much nonexistent.  Great laundry and showers. Tim & Trudy are great hosts and sources of knowledge about cool things to see along with Yellowstone.

  • Gerhard D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Chisholm Campground
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Chisholm Campground

    A Hyalite Reservoir Favorite

    The only thing that would make this campground super great would be power at each site. The fees charged here are a bit high for a basic campsite.

  • BobT The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    Close to town and Yellowstone

    This is a nice place to boondock. There are a few level spots up here, but the road is pretty rough and pretty steep. The view into Yellowstone is gorgeous.

  • marcus F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bacon Rind trailhead
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Bacon Rind trailhead

    Just off the main road behind a hill

    Easy to drive into, and parking lot is easy to turn around in.  You can't see the main road from here, so very private.

  • TexasRe D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
    Sep. 1, 2024

    South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site

    2 peaceful nights

    We were looking for an easy dispersed site to stay at while visiting a friend in Bozeman. This was an easy option for us with a 20ft camper. We stayed at the first pull off a few minutes off the main road. This site was easily accessible, right off the main road, close to town and close to some hikes.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping

    Very hard to find at night

    This place seemed promising at first. It was hard to find a decent spot at night due to only using headlights of my van. Most of the road is extremely rugged/uneven/full of large holes. The only place I was able to stay for the night was the road leading up to the locked gate. This is about the only nice spot. Other than that this place is • quiet w/occasional traffic along the high way (right next to reservoir) • very few people here, but far enough away from me • no fee required • provides OK view to the mountains • great when you bring along a pet • you will need to be fully prepared for primitive camping

  • Spicy  N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Canyon Campground — Yellowstone National Park
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Canyon Campground — Yellowstone National Park

    Amazing Campground

    We were only able to book 1 night online. However when we checked in we asked if they had an extra night & we got lucky to get one as the person in front of us canceled his reservation! So don’t give up if u can only get one night!

    Loved this campsite. We were in loop J and our side was semi-private. Fires were allowed. Each campsite has a large bear box. Bathrooms were good and each location had a dishwashing station with drinking water near it. Generators not allowed from 8:00 PM-8:00Am A handful of shops around and a gas station near by. Showers were awesome & clean & they have TONS of washers & Dryers for Laundry!! By far one of the best NP campgrounds!

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from East Boulder Campground
    Aug. 28, 2024

    East Boulder Campground

    Only 2 sites

    There are only 2 sites here. It’s a great place to fish, rock hound and there are some trails very close. The road in as well as the pit toilet are well maintained. One morning about 12 people showed up and just walked onto my site and went fishing despite my objections. They were really aggressive and they felt completely entitled to do whatever they wanted.

  • d
    Camper-submitted photo from Spanish Lakes
    Aug. 27, 2024

    Spanish Lakes

    Beautiful lake

    I visited this lake last week. I love it and slope game. The water is pristine and visually appealing with no obstructions like stumps or logs, as mentioned earlier. The lake underwent complete drainage and dredging. It has been populated with eight different types of fish. I recently reeled in two bass weighing 2-3 pounds each. My wife has successfully caught numerous quality channel catfish. This lake is quite lovely. However, the landing area is shallow, restricting the launch of large bass boats.

  • Linda C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cliff Swallow
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Cliff Swallow

    Nice spot by the river

    About 7 miles west of Absarokee, 2.5 of them gravel. Sign said tent camping only but I stayed one night in my Sprinter van with no problem. Did not use vault toilet so cannot speak to its condition. Some algae near the shore of river but waded out deeper for refreshing dip.

  • VThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Aug. 18, 2024

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    Not supposed to camp here

    Based on the dispersed camping guide provided by the Forest Service office in Gardiner, you’re not supposed to camp in the spot listed on this site. Take a left off Traveltine road, go past the rock quarry to find good sites

  • VThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Aug. 18, 2024

    Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    Good place to stay outside of Yellowstone

    Quiet, secluded dispersed sites about 15 minutes outside of Gardiner. No trees so it gets pretty hot without shade. There are random animal bones scattered around the sites from what I assume previous hunting trips, which is a bit eerie. 

    I’d certainly stay here again for a couple nights!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spire Peak Campground
    Aug. 18, 2024

    Spire Peak Campground

    Last resort only

    This is pretty much a tourist trap. We got out of work late and didn’t find a spot at loch leaven and had to be on the river early, so we just gave it a try. $30, no fires allowed, essentially just a grass field. There were a couple picnic tables scattered about. Would be better off at the free old saloon camping field.


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Guide to Pray

Tent camping near Pray, Montana offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in stunning natural landscapes while enjoying a variety of outdoor activities.

Tips for tent camping near Pray

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the access to the Yellowstone River from Loch Leven, where you can cast a line and enjoy the tranquil waters.
  • Hiking opportunities abound near Blackmore Campground, which is close to several trails leading into the Gallatin National Forest.
  • Wildlife watching is a highlight at Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone, where you might spot elk and other animals while enjoying the stunning views.

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  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Pray, MT?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Pray, MT is Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone with a 4.4-star rating from 30 reviews.

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