Free and drive-in accessible, Gravel Pit Dispersed Camping sits within Bighorn National Forest on rough road that warrants a capable vehicle. The area mixes forested and open terrain, with room for multiple groups and spots set up for campfires. Campers who want free camping near Bighorn National Forest will find pit toilets and picnic tables on site, though one reviewer noted the bathroom situation was unclear. Pets are welcome. It suits self-sufficient campers comfortable with limited facilities.
Description
Camping outside of developed campgrounds is permitted throughout much of the Forest. You are allowed to drive up to 300 feet off of an open road to set up camp, providing it will not result in damage to the land, is in an area that is not signed otherwise, or if restrictions are in place prohibiting that use.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGravel Pit Dispersed Camping is located in Montana near Dayton
Coordinates
44.80776906 N
107.553476 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
DISPERSED CAMPING
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 3 hrs 7 min from Billings, MT
- 4 hrs 4 min from Casper, WY
- 4 hrs 23 min from Bozeman, MT
- 5 hrs 1 min from Rapid City, SD
