Dispersed Camping Near Bozeman, MT
There are 245 dispersed camping spots within driving distance of Bozeman, MT in the Camphive database — primitive, mostly free sites on BLM land and in national forests, listed closest-first. The nearest is North Fork Fan Creek, about 47 miles away. 20 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 Bozeman
- North Fork Fan Creek — 47 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- Fan Creek — 48 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- Lower Fan Creek — 49 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- Upper Gardner River — 50 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.2
- Gardner River — 50 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.1
- Fawn Lake — 51 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.2
- Mammoth Campground — 51 mi from Bozeman · WY · Free · Vistas 8.8
- Fawn Creek — 51 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- Gardner’s Hole — 52 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- Soldier’s Corral — 52 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.8
- Rescue Creek — 52 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.5
- Gallatin River Stock — 52 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.2
- Gallatin River — 52 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.2
- Upper Gallatin River Stock — 52 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.2
- Oxbow Creek — 53 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.8
- Yellowstone River Trail — 53 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.9
- Lower Blacktail Creek — 53 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.5
- Upper Gallatin River — 53 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.2
- Lava Creek — 54 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.7
- E Cottonwood Creek — 54 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.5
- Little Cottonwood Creek — 55 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.6
- N Yell/Hell Confluence — 56 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- S Yell/Hell Confluence — 56 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.9
- Hellroaring Creek — 56 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 7.8
- Big Horn Pass Trail — 56 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8.2
- Indian Creek — 57 mi from Bozeman · WY · Free · Vistas 9
- Winter Creek North — 60 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 9
- Straight Creek South — 60 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- Winter Creek — 61 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
- Winter Creek SW — 61 mi from Bozeman · WY · Vistas 8
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Dispersed Camping near Bozeman FAQ
Is dispersed camping allowed near Bozeman?
Generally yes, on BLM land and in national forests outside developed recreation areas and posted closures. The 245 spots here near Bozeman, 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 Bozeman?
The closest dispersed spot in the database is North Fork Fan Creek, about 47 miles from Bozeman, MT. Pack in water, pack out trash, and download an offline map — many of these areas have no cell coverage.