Top Free Dispersed Camping near Radersburg, MT

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Radersburg, MT (21)

    Camper-submitted photo from Confederate Disperse Camping Area
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    2. Copper City BLM

    4 Reviews
    1 Photo
    32 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed
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    4. Scott Reservoir Dispersed

    2 Reviews
    3 Photos
    76 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
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    5. South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site

    4 Reviews
    13 Photos
    117 Saves

    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.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Olson Creek Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Olson Creek Dispersed
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    6. Olson Creek Dispersed

    6 Reviews
    20 Photos
    98 Saves

    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 at trailheads, picnic sites, and fishing areas and within close proximity of campgrounds. You need to be self-contained. No amenities are provided; such as water, restrooms or trash cans. Please pack out all your trash. For information on occupancy and use, camping stay limits, weed free forage, visit Region 1 - Alerts & Notices (usda.gov). Travel to campsites must not create resource damage. Travel to campsites must not create resource damage Contact local district office for information on fire restrictions. It is your responsibility to know if fire restrictions are in effect before camping. Be bear aware and know the food storage regulations before camping. These regulations are strictly enforced. Where can I 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.

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    • RVs
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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      8. Tizer Lakes Dispersed Camping

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      Tizer Lakes is a state fishing access site located in southwest Montana. The lakes are accessible by pack trail, 8 miles from the trailhead. Tent camping is permitted with a 7 day limit, sites are primitive and no drinking water is available. Surrounded by Forest Service lands in Elkhorn Mountains with difficult access.

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      • Equestrian
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      9. Little Blackfoot River Dispersed Campsite

      3 Reviews
      14 Photos
      75 Saves
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      • Standard (Tent/RV)
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      Recent Dispersed Reviews In Radersburg

      45 Reviews of 21 Radersburg Campgrounds


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        Camper-submitted photo from Copper City BLM
        Sep. 22, 2024

        Copper City BLM

        Bridge closed, no access!

        The road to this location is closed, the bridge is out. There is no access.

      • TexasRe D.
        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

      • 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.

      • Erik W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Olson Creek Dispersed
        Aug. 8, 2024

        Olson Creek Dispersed

        No trespassing signs everywhere

        Not to mention the single-lane cobblestone road, I have a truck and was bouncing up and down the whole way! I didn't find one area big enough to set up camp. I definitely would NOT recommend this spot

      • John H.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Fairy Lake Dispersed Camping
        Jul. 29, 2024

        Fairy Lake Dispersed Camping

        Amazing camp site with tree cover and fire ring

        This is an amazing camp spot that is almost almost to the top of the trail to fairy Lake campground. There’s an established firing, and there’s room for multiple vehicles.

      • Bobby J.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
        Jul. 24, 2024

        South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site

        Ok stay

        This was an ok stay outside of Bozeman. The coordinates took me to a spot which was occupied but looked like the only spot on that stretch of road. It began to get extremely rutted and I didn’t want to push any farther after that spot. I camped in what looked to be a dispersed campsite that they closed off

      • Renee G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Copper City BLM
        Jul. 24, 2024

        Copper City BLM

        Classic blm camping

        Lots 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!!)

      • Rachel S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Olson Creek Dispersed
        Jul. 17, 2024

        Olson Creek Dispersed

        Fine for a night but not many options

        A bit confusing with all the no trespassing and no parking on/off the road signs. Felt more comfortable once we saw another van parked, and drove past the coordinate location a few minutes to use a tiny widened part of the road. No services.

      • KThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Olson Creek Dispersed
        Jul. 15, 2024

        Olson Creek Dispersed

        Peaceful and Easy Access

        Great spot and easy to get to. Exactly where the coordinates are pull off was big enough for my sprinter 170 extended was even able to get it perfectly level a few dirt bikes on the road that stopped at sunset. It’s very quiet and beautiful views and 15° cooler than Bozeman.

      • Jenna B.
        Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site
        Jul. 14, 2024

        South Fork Brackett Creek Dispersed Site

        Beautiful secluded Mountain views

        Gorgeous campsite only 20ish min from the outskirts of Bozeman. Stopped in for 1 night passing through on a bigger road trip and couldn’t be luckier with this location. Fire rings at all campsites. Very quite road. Level ground for car camping. Would 100% come back just for this gem.

      • Alex C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Copper City BLM
        Jul. 14, 2024

        Copper City BLM

        Open range

        Plenty of pull out sites with some scattered man made fire rings. Secluded quiet and great views

      • 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.

      • Ashley M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Copper City BLM
        Jul. 8, 2024

        Copper City BLM

        Summer Biking

        Great 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.

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Olson Creek Dispersed
        Jul. 6, 2024

        Olson Creek Dispersed

        Really a 4.5 star spot

        Beautiful space with views and birdsongs aplenty. Spaces are small and right off the road, but for a free night not far from I-94 with solitude and nature, it’s fantastic. There are a few more pull-offs (again, no privacy and right off the Forest Road) if you drive on down toward Skunk Rd, but road gets rougher (high clearance and/or 4WD fine) from especially if it has recently rained. Those spots were also all taken. Went about a 1/2 mile beyond the GPS coordinates for spot with wee bit more space but the pull-off with these exact coordinates ended up getting claimed by an RV at some point in the night—this road gets solid use in the summer—saw at least a dozen vehicles in the 14 hours here.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Homestake Pass Dispersed
        Jun. 12, 2024

        Homestake Pass Dispersed

        Pretty but creepy

        It is easy to get to and very nice views. We did have a creepy experience. Three trucks drove by our spot and parked just staring at us and would leave. They did this 3 times before we decided to pack up and go elsewhere. Also saw a bunch of bear poop. I wouldn’t feel comfortable going back.

      • Andrew H.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Homestake Pass Dispersed
        May. 14, 2024

        Homestake Pass Dispersed

        Great to do an overnight - off the highway stop

        The spot was close to the highway - lots of potential spots - some “locals” who seem to live out there and run generators 24/7 - we had no problem and got a good night sleep to carry on our journey.

        There are MTB OHV and walking trails nearby.

      • owen T.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping
        Mar. 29, 2024

        Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping

        Cottonwood reservoir wilsall montana

        Cottonwood Reseravoir DNRC land section.  accessible for overnight camping under DNRC rules.  The reservoir has Yellowstone cutthroat trout and white suckers.  No wifi, no trash, no bathrooms. Completely wild. Stars at night amazing. All kinds of waterfowl passing seasonal. No amenities.

      • Jenny&Tobias P.
        Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping
        Sep. 9, 2023

        Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping

        Overnight at a lake with mountain view

        A few sites, close toe Hyw 89 through a Texas gate. We camped for a night and it's a beautiful space with stunning views and a reservoir right at the spots. No fire rings a little bit a rough road 4x4 and higher clearance recommended. Better no enter with big rigs or trailer. But a beautiful place to spend time.

      • Antha A.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Olson Creek Dispersed
        Aug. 10, 2023

        Olson Creek Dispersed

        Beautiful views with little to no traffic

        Spent 3 nights here and aside from a few cars, main traffic coming through was a few dirt bikes and dune buggies and a few folks on bikes. Pullout is on a corner turn and very obvious. Decent tent spot over the hill and on top if needed. Spot is exactly where coordinates are and cell service is decent. Wildlife did start getting a bit too close by day 4, so make some noise every so often.

      • Tee C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Homestake Lake Camp
        Jul. 29, 2023

        Homestake Lake Camp

        Convenient camping in nature

        This campsite is right off the exit, but not very noisy. There were several other campers and RVs and trucks there. Even just parts of cars. Kinda a weird vibe, but down the various 2 tracks, there are hidden sites that afford some shade and privacy. I got 3-4 bars LTE of Verizon here! Plenty of fire pits and access to a couple lakes. And it’s only about 8 miles from Butte!



      Guide to Radersburg

      Camping near Radersburg, Montana, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot by the water or a place with more amenities, there are options that cater to all kinds of campers.

      What to do:

      • Explore the Lewis & Clark Caverns: Just a short drive from Radersburg, the Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park is a must-visit. One camper noted, "Be sure to unhook and get to the caverns early in the morning to get a reservation to tour." The caverns offer stunning tours that are perfect for families.
      • Fishing and Boating: At the Court Sheriff Campground, you can enjoy great access to the water. A reviewer mentioned, "Great campground with a mix of sites and day use. Lots of shore access for swimming and fishing."
      • Hiking: Trails around the Missouri Headwaters State Park Campground provide beautiful views. One visitor shared, "The state park, campgrounds, and trails are so beautiful."

      What campers like:

      • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained sites. A review for the Three Forks KOA Journey stated, "Bathrooms and shower house were very clean and private which was nice."
      • Friendly Hosts: Many campers mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. At Hellgate Campground, one guest said, "Chuck the camp host was very attentive and friendly! He was probably the best host we have ever had."
      • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Devil's Elbow Campground offer beautiful surroundings. A camper remarked, "The spaces are wide and long... and well separated."

      What you should know:

      • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in certain areas. A visitor at the Missouri Headwaters State Park Campground warned, "The mosquitos were so bad we immediately left and found another place to stay for the night."
      • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Goose Bay - Dispersed Camping, lack basic facilities. A camper noted, "No drinking water, no electric hookups, and no showers."
      • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots can fill up quickly. A review for the Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park advised, "They do have drop-in non-reservation sites, but recommend getting reservations."

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. The Three Forks KOA Journey has a large dog area and a nice pavilion for family gatherings.
      • Plan for Activities: Make sure to schedule time for cave tours and hikes. One family shared, "We did the Paradise tour as my son is in a wheelchair. The classic tour looked super cool though!"
      • Pack Bug Spray: Given the mosquito situation, it's wise to bring plenty of repellent. A camper at the Confederate Campground mentioned, "The mosquitoes were absolutely bloodthirsty and aggressive."

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have small sites. A reviewer at the Three Forks KOA Journey noted, "The sites are very small and very crowded."
      • Look for Full Hookups: If you need amenities, choose campgrounds that offer full hookups. The Court Sheriff Campground has good access to water but no electric hookups.
      • Be Mindful of Road Conditions: Some access roads can be rough. A visitor at Goose Bay - Dispersed Camping mentioned, "The road just leading to the camping spots was a little bumpy."

      Camping near Radersburg, Montana, has its quirks, but with the right preparation, it can be a fantastic experience for everyone involved.

      Frequently Asked Questions

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

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Radersburg, MT is Confederate Disperse Camping Area with a 3.9-star rating from 10 reviews.

      • What is the best site to find dispersed camping near Radersburg, MT?

        TheDyrt.com has all 21 dispersed camping locations near Radersburg, MT, with real photos and reviews from campers.