Montana
Custer National Forest Bull Mountain Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
Bull Mountain sits at 5,800 feet in the Beartooth foothills northeast of Billings, offering a handful of dispersed sites with sweeping views south toward the Yellowstone River. Sites are tucked into timber and aspen groves with natural windbreaks. Room for 6-8 rigs maximum, though most folks spread out along the ridge. Fire restrictions common June through September.
Access via Pryor Mountain Road, then Forest Road 3085 for the final 4 miles. Road gets rough the last mile — high-clearance recommended after spring melt. Snow closes access November through April. No water sources, and the nearest supplies are 45 minutes back in Red Lodge.
Ridge-top camping with Yellowstone River views
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Red Lodge, Montana |
| Miles from pavement | 8.7 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Rough dirt |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 8 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
Location
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