Pike Creek dispersed is located in Montana
48.316434152973834 N
113.3412099688748 W
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
Firstly, GPS will not take you to the correct spot. Go past Marias Pass and turn onto Pike Creek Rd (right across from Summit Mtn Lodge). The road has several really rough spots, namely deep potholes and large unavoidable dips. Most spot I saw were small pull offs on the road, but there are a few nice pull-through spots. It’s beautiful and quiet the further you get up the road. The spot I snagged was great, but I have the overall spot 3 stars because of the road, the majority of spots being not great, and having zero amenities (which is understandable).
The last review was spot on! The road is a bit rough but manageable and there is a surprising amount of traffic on the road. The Apple Maps gps pin is not correct either, so it took me some detective work to find where I was supposed to be. Once I found the road, the spot was easy to find. It was evident people had been there with a fire ring made of rocks left behind.
I think I ruined some plans for a group of local teens I beat there. I didn’t feel totally comfortable but the spot was undoubtedly gorgeous! It was worth the quick overnight stop.
Road in is in decent condition with some potholes to watch out for. You can definitely hear the highway and the trains, but it's quiet enough.
Oddly, there was a lot of traffic on this first road in the evening, but that could have been a one off.
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Pike Creek dispersed camping is located near Marias Pass. The access road (Pike Creek Rd) is across from Summit Mountain Lodge. While the road is passable, expect some rough spots with deep potholes and large dips that can't be avoided. There's surprising traffic on this road, especially in the evening. GPS navigation is unreliable for this location - Apple Maps pins are incorrect, so some detective work may be needed to find the site. Most camping spots are small pull-offs along the road, though some larger sites exist. Highway and train noise is audible but not overly disruptive. This is a basic dispersed camping area with no developed facilities or amenities. Always check current conditions before visiting as forest road conditions can change seasonally.
What is the max vehicle length at Pike Creek dispersed?
Pike Creek dispersed allows vehicles up to 20 feet.
Are fires allowed at Pike Creek dispersed?
Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Pike Creek dispersed, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.
