Best Dispersed Camping near Silver Gate, MT

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Silver Gate, MT (39)

    Camper-submitted photo from Beartooth Scenic Byway Camping
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    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
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    Camper-submitted photo from 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park

    4. 2S3 Slough Creek - Yellowstone NP back country campsite — Yellowstone National Park

    2 Reviews
    11 Photos
    10 Saves
    Silver Gate, Montana

    Beyond the developed areas, Yellowstone offers a diverse, mountainous landscape that invites exploration by foot, pack stock, and boat. Hundreds of miles of trails facilitate travel throughout the park. Permits are required for all overnight stays.

    When planning a backcountry trip, remember that many of Yellowstone’s trails are more than 7,000 feet above sea level. Most areas retain snow until late May or early June, and some (especially mountain passes) are snow-covered until late July. Also, many routes require fording rivers that can be 25 feet wide, 3 to 5 feet deep, extremely cold, and swiftly running during our late spring runoff.

    Yellowstone maintains 293 designated backcountry campsites. Each designated campsite has a maximum limit for the number of people and stock allowed per night. The maximum stay per campsite varies from 1 to 3 nights per trip. Group size limits range from 4 to 12 people. With the exception of four campsites, we allow only one group at each campsite. If your group size exceeds the campsite limit, you’ll need to obtain a second permit and cook and sleep as separate groups. A food storage pole or box is provided at every campsite so that food and attractants may be secured from bears. You will need to provide your own rope (35 feet in length or greater) at sites with food poles.

    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Alcohol

    $3 - $15 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass
    Camper-submitted photo from Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass
    Camper-submitted photo from Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass
    Camper-submitted photo from Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass
    Camper-submitted photo from Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S1 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S1 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S1 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S1 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S1 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 2S1 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Sunlight Camping Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Sunlight Camping Area
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    7. Little Sunlight Camping Area

    5 Reviews
    43 Photos
    207 Saves
    Wapiti, Wyoming

    This dispersed camping area hosts five campsites with a canopy of pine and juniper surrounding the site. 16-day stay limit Water: Not available This site is not accessible to persons with mobility impairments No cell service Notes: Be prepared to store food properly. Picnic tables and bear boxes provided. However, water, Forest Service fire rings, and garbage pickup are not provided. Corrals and parking for horse trailers are available at the nearby trailhead.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Dispersed
    • Picnic Table
    • Firewood Available
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Pilot Creek Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Pilot Creek Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Pilot Creek Dispersed Camping

    8. Pilot Creek Dispersed Camping

    1 Review
    3 Photos
    37 Saves
    Cooke City, Montana

    The Shoshone National Forest allows dispersed camping along a mile or so of the Beartooth Highway in the Pilot Creek area. There is one large area on the south side of US 212 about 9 miles east of Cooke City which has multiple undeveloped campsites as well as a vault toilet. There are a number of additional potential campsites on both sides of the road for a mile or so. While most of these sites have “user-built” fire rings, there are no other amenities.

    Camping is free in the remote areas of the Shoshone and is a great way to get away from it all.

    Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds. Dispersed camping means there are no toilets, tables, or drinking water. Follow these guidelines to ensure these areas can be enjoyed by future generations.

    Campsites must be 200 feet from trails, lakes, or wet meadows and 100 feet from streams or creeks. There is a 16 consecutive day stay limit. Any new location must be at least 5 miles from the previous location. Group size may be limited. Check with the local ranger district office for specifics in the area you want to go. Grizzly bear food storage regulations must be followed in designated grizzly bear use areas. See our Bear Safety page for more information. Dispersed camping or campfires are not allowed in the area commonly known as the North Fork Canyon and includes the area 1/2 mile on either side of the centerline of U. S. Highway 14/16/20 between the national forest boundary and the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Within this special recreation corridor, all camping and campfires must be within developed recreation sites. Some areas on the Shoshone are closed and signed as such to dispersed camping due to grizzly bear activity or resource protection. Be alert to signage. Check with the local ranger district office in the area you want to be for any seasonal restrictions that may apply. Please use Leave No Trace ethics so those coming behind you will have the same pristine experience as you.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Dispersed
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol
    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

    9. Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    5 Reviews
    17 Photos
    100 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 4G2 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 4G2 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 4G2 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 4G2 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 4G2 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from 4G2 Yellowstone National Park Backcountry — Yellowstone National Park
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Recent Dispersed Reviews in Silver Gate

66 Reviews of 39 Silver Gate Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • V
    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

  • V
    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!

  • Voyager D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Jul. 30, 2024

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    Stunning veiws

    There's about three good spots up on the hill, the two out on the edge have reliable service. But as soon as you go back up a bit, it vanishes.

    Stunning views of Yellowstone and the mountains. Be aware, there are NO trees, so it will get stiflingly hot with no clouds. But, close to town, and the road isn't the worst. For sure go slow, but even low clearance should be able to pick out a path.

  • Rachel S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Jul. 17, 2024

    Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    Great dispersed site

    Drove through a few open gates but there were clearly dispersed sites in this area. Nice flat sites, road was rocky and bumpy but not bad. Quiet area until a group of teenagers started a loud party at the site next to us

  • Corda B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beartooth Scenic Byway Camping
    Jul. 6, 2024

    Beartooth Scenic Byway Camping

    Check the weather

    We had our itinerary set to stay at this site and then the weather turned terrible and it started snowing. We only had a tent with us and the wind was whipping so we had to pack up and head to Red Lodge. I was SOO disappointed because I had been so excited to spend the night here. Unfortunately I couldn’t convince nature to cooperate. We already have plans to buy a camper van and return to this site next year because the view is worth the trip!

  • Samantha G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    BEST CAMPING!

    This is the most beautiful place I have ever, and probably will ever, camp in. Safe and easy to find. Rough road coming up, but lots of spaces tucked away. Saw several elk on the drive in and heard some coyotes howling at dusk, but nothing bothered us. I wish I could live here!

  • Allison S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    Perfect for a night or two

    Perfect pull outs off Travertine up Trail Creek/FS 1701 just 7-10 minutes out of Gardine. We ended up at the very end of the road where it loops back on itself in our truck camper. Road was a bit washboard and bumpy, but didn’t need 4wd. Saw elk, a beautiful sunset, and a full moon rise. No river views, but wildflowers all over. Some hikes nearby. We went to the end out of curiosity and passed about 5 other campers, but were alone at the end. Made dinner on our solo stove. Clean up though, because it is still bear country. ATT and Verizon service, mid to full bars. 30 minutes to the YNP north entrance.

  • Don&Becca W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    Roadside sites with fire rings

    Several roadside sites along this road that branches off Travertine Rd. A few sites are large enough for multiple tents/vans. Good Verizon service, poor AT&T service . We snagged the last site available the night we stayed, first site on left as you drive in. It is small but worked for our Sprinter.

  • Anthony R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hogan Reservoir BLM Campground
    Jun. 17, 2024

    Hogan Reservoir BLM Campground

    Quiet and peaceful!

    There’s only about 7 sites with the ability to stay for 14 days in a 28 day cycle. It’s a first come first serve basis. One vault toilet, rules board and a check in box.

    I absolutely enjoyed my 4 day stay. It was still pretty early in the season so it wasn’t too crowded. Beautiful views with no heavy traffic.

    Each camping site has a picnic table and a fire pit. Each site has wooden outlines of each spot; making it easy to park in your spot and setup camp.

    ONLY WARNING! IT CAN GET VERY VERY WINDY UP HERE! I HAVE A PICKUP BOX CAMP BUT I SEEN A TENT TURN INSIDE OUT AND DISAPPEAR.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Jun. 12, 2024

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    Amazing place

    Views were amazing. The road was a little rough, but wide and easily passable. We had great Verizon cell service. Tons of elk around, as this is in an elk preserve. Overall excellent experience!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Jun. 11, 2024

    Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping

    Eagle Creek Road/ NF-3243

    Just passed the Eagle Creek Campground on Jardine Road. Take a left and drive in 3 miles on National Forest Road to areas where camping is allowed. There are mile marker signs. These are mostly little pull offs along the side of the road with great views into Yellowstone/Mammoth Hot Springs. There are more than a dozen good spots, but it also seems popular as I saw at least 10 occupied sites on a Monday evening. No cellphone service. No amenities, just the view and personal space. My Honda fit made it up the road no problem.

  • Nicki S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Feb. 22, 2024

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    Quiet and Beautiful

    Stayed here for a night in June. The road getting there is a little rough, but nothing my Subaru couldn’t handle. Gorgeous views and barely anyone out there. We had plenty of space at our site and made a fire. Through the evening and as the sun was setting, there was a small group of elk following after a bugling bull and some coyotes. Great location right outside of Yellowstone (Mammoth) and Gardiner. Would recommend eating at the Wonderland Cafe.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site
    Oct. 10, 2023

    Little Trail Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    Secluded camping spots along the road.

    There is no single designated campsite area but there are multiple spots along this road.

    If you are looking at online maps it looks like there are lots of little roads you can go off and find a spot. You cannot. All side roads are locked as there is a quarry there. If you continue down this Red Quarry Rd you will see multiple little campsites right off the road you can park or camp at. They each had a fire pit and that was it. Beautiful area. If you don't see any just keep going I promise you will find at least 3 in the first mile or so. 

    Does have Verizon service. Road is bumpy but manageable. Wouldn't bring an RV though.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Sunlight Camping Area
    Sep. 18, 2023

    Little Sunlight Camping Area

    Amazing!!

    We’ve stayed in multiple dispersed sites across four different states and this was my wife’s favorite. We did stay in one of the developed spots and there was only one other camper in a spot where we couldn’t see them. It is ten miles down a gravel road and if you’re going to Yellowstone the road does not go through, you’ll have to go back out the way you came. However we thought it was more than worth it for the views!

  • Tee C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Sunlight Camping Area
    Sep. 18, 2023

    Little Sunlight Camping Area

    Nice camping by river

    Really nice little spot with maybe 8 sites to choose from. Decent clean pit toilets. Popular among horseback riders. There were probably 4 other groups there. Picnic tables, fire rings with grates, nice little river. Easy road in. Can bring big rigs. And the surrounding landscape was amazingly beautiful. No cell service for Verizon.

  • The W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Aug. 17, 2023

    Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping

    Idk where everyone else is but it’s not here

    Photos from some other reviews do not match the coordinates. GPS took me 20 minutes out of the way to someone’s private drive. I ended up getting lucky when I turned around and saw a pull off before the sign that said no camping beyond this point. It’s less than half a mile from a sign that says “beware high grizzly activity in area.” I can’t imagine it would be comfortable to camp in a tent here (it’s literally just a pull off) and I wouldn’t want to with that sign either, but it worked for me to car camp for a night. Also, the review that says to turn just after Eagle River Campground makes absolutely no sense. The coordinates to this campsite are far from Eagle River and you absolutely do not make a left. wherever they went sure does look pretty but it’s not here. It works to stop for a night, but I would not come back here unless I was desperate. The road up isn’t bad - it has your typical washboard and a few potholes here and there. I did see an elk on the way up so that was neat. 

  • Marguerite M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone
    Jul. 20, 2023

    Travertine Road Dispersed - Yellowstone

    Dope

    Right outside of town, right outside of the north entrance to Yellowstone, available when I pulled up at 11pm. And the views - I was so stoked!! Road was choppy but easy with my 4WD. Did have something sniffing around my tent in the morning and did hear coyotes. Was glad all my food was still in the car. The GPS coordinates drop you off at the best spot but there are other places to pull over.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass
    Jul. 20, 2023

    Lady of the Lake Trail on Lulu Pass

    We fell in love with this place

    We truly loved this place. It was so isolated and peaceful. The camp sites are scattered throughout the trails and are not close to each other. They are easy to spot and not to bad to get to.(if you use the right road on the way up) we were only planning to stay 1 night and ended up staying 3 nights. We couldn’t get enough. Also spotted lots of moose, they are everywhere up there.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Beartooth Scenic Byway Camping
    Jun. 20, 2023

    Beartooth Scenic Byway Camping

    Great Spot

    Beautiful spot. No cell service. Can stop at the bistro in town for food/wifi. Bathroom was very clean. Large open area available for camping.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping
    Jun. 13, 2023

    Custer-Gallatin National Forest Dispersed Camping

    Car camping forest service rd 3243

    6 spots with a view. Take jardine road out of Gardiner until you get to eagle creek campground. Go just past the campground and take a left at the forest service road. Take that about 4 or 5 miles up the mountain. 6 spots with fire rings on top. Had AWD but probably would have been fine with 2wd if you absolutely had to.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little Sunlight Camping Area
    Jun. 10, 2023

    Little Sunlight Camping Area

    Best ever

    Our favorite out of five spots on this trip. The views are incredible. If you stay in the main camp area there are great hiking trails through the canyon. Be aware that once you hit the main camp ground there are spot through the rest of the road. Very beautiful spots right along the river. You will not regret staying here



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