Dispersed Camping Near Billings, MT
There are 50 dispersed camping spots within driving distance of Billings, MT in the Camphive database — primitive, mostly free sites on BLM land and in national forests, listed closest-first. The nearest is Horseshoe Bend Campground, about 58 miles away. 9 score 8 or higher on the Vistas scenic scale. Every listing links to a full page with location, fees, and details.
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Closest dispersed spots to Billings
- Horseshoe Bend Campground — 58 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 5.5
- Lovell Camper Park — 65 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 5.8
- Porcupine Campground — 73 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.6
- Bald Mountain Campground — 74 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 8
- Big Quiet Cowboy Camping and Lodging — 77 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 5.8
- Beartooth Lake — 78 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 8.8
- Lily Lake Campground — 83 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 8.4
- Lake Creek Campground — 84 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 8.1
- Hunter Peak — 84 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 8.5
- North Tongue River Campground — 84 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7
- Dead Indian — 84 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.9
- Crazy Creek Campground — 85 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 8.1
- Fox Creek Campground — 85 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 8.3
- Prune Creek Campground — 86 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7
- Tongue Canyon Campground — 86 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.5
- Sibley Lake Recreation Area — 88 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.4
- Connor Battlefield State Park — 89 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 5.5
- Owen Creek Campground — 89 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7
- Tie Flume Campground — 90 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.6
- Dead Swede Campground — 91 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.7
- Ponderosa Campground — 92 mi from Billings · WY · Vistas 7.4
- Buffalo Bill State Park - Lake Shore Campground — 96 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.5
- Cabin Creek Campground — 96 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7
- Shell Creek Campground — 98 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.7
- Ranger Creek Campground — 98 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.3
- Boundary — 99 mi from Billings · WY · Vistas 9.1
- North Fork Campground — 99 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.6
- W.O.W. cottage 3Bed 2Bath — 99 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 7.7
- Liberty Ranch Campground — 100 mi from Billings · WY · Free · Vistas 6.5
- Canoe Lake Junction — 101 mi from Billings · WY · Vistas 8.7
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Dispersed Camping near Billings FAQ
Is dispersed camping allowed near Billings?
Generally yes, on BLM land and in national forests outside developed recreation areas and posted closures. The 50 spots here near Billings, MT are on public land where primitive camping is usually allowed; always confirm current rules and fire restrictions with the local ranger district or BLM office first.
How far is dispersed camping from Billings?
The closest dispersed spot in the database is Horseshoe Bend Campground, about 58 miles from Billings, MT. Pack in water, pack out trash, and download an offline map — many of these areas have no cell coverage.