HANNAN DISPERSED

Open — Open year-round for dispersed camping when roads are passable. Winter access may be limited or impossible due to snow and seasonal road closures. The standard stay limit is 16 consecutive days.

About

Hannan Dispersed camping area is located within the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest in Teton County, Montana. This is a primitive, undeveloped dispersed camping area typical of national forest lands, where visitors can camp outside of designated campgrounds. The site offers no amenities or facilities whatsoever—no toilets, picnic tables, trash collection, treated water, or fire grates. Campers must be completely self-sufficient and prepared for primitive conditions. Dispersed camping is generally permitted except where posted closed, within 200 feet of developed roads, trails or facilities, or where overnight parking is prohibited. Visitors should use existing hardened campsites when available to minimize environmental impact. All waste must be packed out, and campers are expected to follow Leave No Trace principles. Fire restrictions may be in effect during high fire danger periods, and it is the camper's responsibility to check current conditions before arrival. Access to this dispersed area depends on seasonal road conditions and closures. Winter travel may be restricted or impossible due to snow. The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest allows dispersed camping stays up to 16 days. Campers should be prepared with adequate water, sanitation supplies, and knowledge of primitive camping practices.

Directions

From Augusta, take Sun Canyon Road 208 northwest for 22.5 miles. Turn north on gravel road, cross the Sun River, and proceed straight for 0.5 mile to where the road forks. Take the east fork and park well off the road.

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