Shields River Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. Shields River Dispersed Site operates annually from June 16 through December 1. No reservations are accepted; all sites are first-come, first-served.
Winter Storm Warning issued October 10 at 12:32AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds combined with the wet and heavy nature of the snow could bring down tree branches. Isolated power outages are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts will vary drastically from grassy surfaces to roadways, most notably at lower elevations, with accumulations on non-grassy surfaces being confined mainly to between the evening through late morning hours.
About
Shields River Dispersed Site is a small, primitive campground tucked into the Shields River drainage of the West Crazy Mountains, approximately 24 miles northeast of Wilsall on Shields River Road. The six-site campground provides a quiet base for exploring the rugged Crazy Mountains, with opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing in one of Montana's most scenic ranges. This is a true backcountry-style camping experience with minimal amenities. Each site has a picnic table, and vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water, trash service, or firewood. Campers should come fully prepared with their own water supply and plan to pack out everything they bring in. The access road can become difficult when wet, so checking conditions before travel is advised. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Due to the limited number of sites, arriving early is recommended during summer weekends and holidays. The 22-foot vehicle length limit restricts access to smaller RVs and trailers, making tent camping the primary use.
Directions
24 miles northeast of Wilsall on Shields River Road. Call ahead for road conditions when wet.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 587-6710 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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