FLOSSY BAY DISPERSED CAMP SOUTH SITE

Unknown Status — Open for dispersed camping year-round, though access may be limited by snow and weather conditions in winter. Maximum stay is 16 days. Campers must follow the forest's food storage order due to bear activity.

R1-2024-01 Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region

It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.

R1-2025-01 Camping stay limits & prohibitions on pallets and refuse use for target shooting

This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within all national forests in Montana, and the Dakota Prairie National Grasslands, Idaho Panhandle and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.

R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order

Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.

R1-2023-01 Northern Region Camping Restrictions

This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Order 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions

Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathe

Current Avalanche Danger and Forecast

Avalanche Danger: Know before you go! Avalanche Forecasts at Flathead Avalanche Center

Trail 800 Tally-Ashely Closure

4.4 miles of National Forest System Trail 800 Tally-Ashley will be closed for public safety during logging activities starting 9/4/2025 - 9/1/2026 unless rescinded sooner.

Ryan Creek Occupancy and Use Order

From September 1, 2025 through December 1, 2026, unless rescinded, the following is prohibited in the Ryan Road area:Camping or otherwise occupying a site except where designated .

Logan Creek Hoke Creek Closure

NFS Road 1625 is closed between milepost 2.84 and 5.08 for public safety  due to road substrate slumping. This closed segment is from the junction with Rd #9881 at milepost 2.84 to the end of Rd #1625 starting 8/13/2025 - 8/12/2027 unless rescinded sooner.

Water Vessel Prohibitions

Violating State water vessel safety and operation laws and regulations is prohibited on all Flathead National Forest waterways.

Jewel Basin Hiking Area Regulations

Jewel Basin Hiking Area Regulations

About

Flossy Bay Dispersed Camp South Site is a free, primitive camping location situated within Flathead National Forest in northwestern Montana. As a dispersed camping area, this site provides no developed amenities such as water, restrooms, trash service, or designated campsites. Campers must be completely self-sufficient and are responsible for packing out all trash and following proper waste disposal practices. The site is located in Flathead County near Flathead Lake, surrounded by the natural beauty of the 2.4 million-acre Flathead National Forest. This area is home to grizzly bears and black bears, and campers must strictly adhere to the forest's food storage order to minimize wildlife conflicts. Dispersed camping on the Flathead National Forest is permitted almost everywhere outside of developed recreation areas, trailheads, and day-use sites, with a maximum stay limit of 16 days. Campers should be prepared for primitive conditions and must use existing fire rings where available, ensuring fires are completely extinguished before leaving. The main camping season in the Flathead National Forest runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day, though access and conditions vary depending on weather and road conditions throughout the year.

Directions

Flossy Bay Dispersed Camp South Site is located within public lands in Montana, generally accessible via USFS forest roads. To reach dispersed sites like this, use local forest service maps or an MVUM (Motor Vehicle Use Map) to find permitted roads and existing clearings. Plan for primitive road conditions; a high-clearance vehicle may be recommended.

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Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets No
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (406) 758-5208

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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