Dispersed Camping in Silver Bow County, Montana
Showing 51 locations in Silver Bow County.
Beaverdam Campground
Beaverdam Campground is a developed National Forest camping area set along Divide Creek Road within the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest.
BLM Land near Butte-Silver Bow (Balance), MT
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BLM Primitive Road - Silver Bow Corridor
A rustic corridor along a primitive Bureau of Land Management road situated in the scenic foothills near the historic Brownes Bridge area. This zone provides wide-open vistas of the surrounding Montana landscape with direct access to undeveloped public land.
BLM Primitive Road (Camp Creek)
A rugged and remote dispersed camping corridor situated on BLM land along Camp Creek. The area features historic mining ruins, including an old blockhouse, and is bordered by a small creek.
BLM Primitive Road Corridor (Silver Bow)
An expansive network of dirt tracks winding through public lands near Dougherty Butte, ideal for quiet, self-contained dispersed camping. Campers can find rustic pull-offs with panoramic views of the Montana landscape.
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This remote primitive dirt corridor winds through Bureau of Land Management territory, providing access to undeveloped public land with rugged scenic vistas of the surrounding mountain ranges.
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An isolated, unpaved BLM primitive road tracking northwest of Shepherd Mountain, offering rugged dispersed camping options in a rustic landscape.
BLM Primitive Road Corridor
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along primitive Bureau of Land Management roads near Little Sheep Mountain. The area offers remote, rustic camping on unimproved dirt tracks surrounded by rolling prairie and rugged terrain.
BLM Primitive Road Corridor
A primitive dirt corridor traversing Bureau of Land Management land near Big Sheep Mountain, providing access to dispersed, off-grid camping opportunities.
BLM Primitive Road Corridor
A primitive BLM road corridor located in Silver Bow County, Montana, offering undeveloped dispersed camping options near the Big Hole River and Sawmill Gulch Trailhead.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed Camping
A rugged primitive road corridor leading into Bureau of Land Management territory outside of Butte-Silver Bow. This area offers undeveloped, quiet dispersed camping spots amidst typical Montana shrub-steppe and pine-dotted foothills.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
This primitive BLM road near Butte-Silver Bow provides basic dispersed camping opportunities on public land. The area is close to Smith Dam and offers a quiet, natural environment.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
A primitive road corridor situated on Bureau of Land Management land near Smith Dam. This remote route offers opportunities for self-contained, dispersed camping in a typical high-plains landscape.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
A rugged primitive road corridor winding through Bureau of Land Management land near Dougherty Butte, suitable for self-contained, high-clearance vehicles seeking basic dispersed options.
BLM Road (Beals Mountain Area)
A dirt corridor tracking through Bureau of Land Management land near Beals Mountain.
BLM Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor located along a BLM road section in Silver Bow County, offering simple access to surrounding public lands.
Butte Historic District Urban Parking
An urban parking area situated within the historic district of Butte, near commercial entities and visitor attractions.
Butte Silver Bow BLM Road
A quiet dirt road corridor on Bureau of Land Management land located southwest of Butte. This area provides access to dispersed camping opportunities with mountain terrain and typical sagebrush scenery.
Butte South Monroe Avenue Urban Stealth Parking
This urban corridor along South Monroe Avenue features several commercial lots and street parking options near restaurants and lodging, convenient for quick transit stops.
Canyon Creek Cabin
A historic cabin located in an old mining district within the scenic Pioneer Mountains of southwestern Montana. Ideal for hiking, biking, and fishing in Canyon Creek, with historical charcoal kilns located nearby. Access requires a high-clearance or four-wheel drive vehicle depending on seasonal conditions, and snow vehicles may be necessary in winter months. This is a reserved USFS cabin rental.
Canyon Creek Campground
Canyon Creek Campground is a quiet developed site situated within the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, offering standard campsites nestled alongside Canyon Creek.
Cow Camp Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along Cow Camp Road on BLM-managed land near Butte, Montana. The area offers remote, rustic camping sites with immediate access to public lands.
Delmoe Lake Road Dispersed
This highly active dispersed camping corridor winds through beautiful granite boulders and pine forests just off Interstate 90. The area transitions from open flats suitable for larger rigs near the highway entrance to tight, heavily rutted spurs deeper in the woods. While highly scenic, it is a very popular multi-use recreational zone with heavy off-road vehicle traffic and occasional issues with litter and graffiti. The lower portions are managed by the BLM, while the upper sections fall within the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest.
Divide Bridge Campground
An official developed BLM campground on the Big Hole River, offering two loops with tables, metal fire rings, and a boat ramp.
Divide Bridge Campground
A scenic, fully developed Bureau of Land Management campground set along a premier blue-ribbon trout fishing stretch of the Big Hole River.
Fleecer Cabin
A historic Forest Service guard station cabin originally built in 1924, available for recreational rental during the fall, winter, and spring. The cabin serves as a rustic shelter equipped with basic amenities, though visitors must bring their own supplies and sleeping gear. Access is through private property, requiring guests to keep the entry gate locked at all times and strictly avoid trespassing on the neighboring lands. Depending on seasonal snow depth, the cabin may require alternative winter transport such as snowshoes, skis, or snowmobiles to reach.
Fr447 BLM Primitive Road Corridor
A network of primitive dirt roads, including Forest Road 447, winding through public land managed by the BLM. It provides access to rugged, remote terrain with natural views near the South Fork Reservoir.
Freedom Point Picnic Area
A scenic reservable group pavilion located along Lowland Road that accommodates up to 100 people. While primarily a day-use facility, overnight use may be permitted for multi-day reservations with advance Ranger District approval.
Hells Canyon Guard Station
Hells Canyon Guard Station is a historic 1906 log cabin situated in the scenic Highland Mountains of the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. Highly popular as a base camp for hunters, hikers, and off-road vehicle enthusiasts, the cabin offers a rustic and tranquil getaway with direct access to surrounding mountain trails.
Highland Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Highland Road in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. The area features peaceful small meadows with beautiful mountain views.
Joker's Wild Parking Lot
An asphalt parking lot for Joker's Wild, situated right off South Dakota Street in Butte. Excellent proximity to local urban amenities and regional highways.
Little Joe Campground
A small, quiet developed campground tucked away in a scenic timbered setting near Grand Vista Scenic Overlook. Excellent for small rigs seeking a simple and peaceful forest base camp.
Lowland Campground
Lowland Campground is a quiet, developed National Forest campground nestled in a scenic pine forest near Butte, Montana, providing easy access to hiking and outdoor recreation.
Maiden Rock Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor located along Maiden Rock Road on Bureau of Land Management land near Goat Mountain.
Moose Creek Road Dispersed
A scenic dirt corridor traversing Bureau of Land Management land near Butte, offering quiet dispersed camping opportunities.
Moosetown/Mclain Creek Road Dispersed
Quiet dispersed camping options along a rugged dirt road within Bureau of Land Management territory. This elevated area provides panoramic views of the surrounding valley and frequent wildlife sightings.
Mount Tahepia Dispersed
A rugged, remote dispersed camping area tucked away in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest near Mount Tahepia and Granite Mountain.
Nez Perce Gulch BLM Dispersed Area
A network of primitive BLM routes and unpaved tracks branching off from Nez Perce Gulch outside of Butte. The area provides dispersed camping opportunities in a rugged, arid landscape characterized by sagebrush and distant mountain views.
NFS Delmoe Lake Campground
Established developed Forest Service campground on Delmoe Lake. Features two campground loops with lakeside access, day-use picnic areas, and basic amenities.
Pettingill Campground
A rustic developed campground situated near scenic geological formations and hiking trails. Highly suitable for those seeking a quiet forest escape within easy reach of Butte.
Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway Dispersed
A scenic corridor of dispersed camping opportunities nested along the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway. The area features gorgeous, open meadow views and runs parallel to the peaceful flow of the Wise River. Many pull-offs and small cleared spots are tucked along the road, serving as excellent bases for local wildlife viewing and peaceful forest exploration.
Ponderosa Road Dispersed
A scenic dirt corridor traversing BLM managed lands northwest of Melrose, offering opportunities for primitive, dispersed camping along the road margins.
Rochester Road (BLM Road 2506) Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping corridor along Rochester Road (BLM 2506) traversing open Bureau of Land Management rangeland in Silver Bow County. This route features scenic rolling hills with expansive views of the surrounding Montana landscape.
Salmon Fly Fishing Access
A developed fishing access site along Trapper Creek Road offering numbered sites and a spacious parking area adjacent to the river.
Sheepshead Picnic Area
A scenic group picnic area situated in a beautiful mountain forest setting near Butte, Montana, featuring a large covered pavilion, horseshoe pits, nature trails, volleyball courts, and a ball field.
Silver Bow Rural Pull-off
A basic, unpaved parking area located off a rural road in Silver Bow County, offering a convenient, straightforward pull-off point with minimal services.
Soap Gulch Road Dispersed
This Bureau of Land Management corridor offers primitive, dispersed camping opportunities along Soap Gulch Road.
The Lunch Room
An established developed day-use and picnic area located directly off the main route, serving as a gateway to the nearby trail networks. Features basic developed amenities and limited spaces that can accommodate standard vehicles.
Toll Mountain Campground
A quiet, scenic Forest Service campground located on the east side of the Highland Mountain Range near Butte. The facility offers level sites with tables, fire pits, pit toilets, communal bear boxes, and a short walking trail along an adjacent creek.
Willow Campground
A small, quiet developed campground situated directly along the stream, offering a peaceful setting shaded by trees.
Wise River Club
A simple, quiet commercial RV park and cabin accommodation located directly behind the local restaurant and bar in Wise River.