Clearwater-Cottonwood (FR 46942) in MT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Montana

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Clearwater-Cottonwood (FR 46942) in MT

Lolo NF, Seeley Lake Ranger District
3,963 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 3.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Missoula County, MT.

Lolo National Forest, Seeley Lake Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 16-day limit.

All 3.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.2 miles). Winds through 6 switchbacks.

Clearwater River runs 0.1 mi off. Morrell Mountain stands 4,197 ft above the site, 7.3 miles northeast. The nearest town, Seeley Lake, is 3.0 mi off.

September normals 36–72°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Beavertail Hill State Park in MTCampground28.2miBonita Residence (FR 4301) in MTDispersed Camping28.5miVerdy Moccasin Ridge (FR 4241) in MTForest Road Road28.6miRock Creek EB in MTRest Area28.6miBearmouth EB in MTRest Area29.1mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Lolo National Forest, Seeley Lake Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?