SURESHOT DISPERSED SITE
The western portion of Sureshot Lake Dispersed camping area is closed due to hazard trees that pose a safety risk. The eastern portion remains accessible for dispersed camping. No fees or reservations required.
Red Flag Warning issued July 24 at 12:15PM MDT until July 25 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM MDT SATURDAY DUE TO LIGHTNING AND WIND, LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR EAST BEAVERHEAD... The National Weather Service in Missoula MT has issued a Red Flag Warning. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 111. * TIMING...From 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Saturday. * WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Relative Humidity between 15 to 25 percent. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms producing minimal precipitation. Erratic outflow winds of 55 to 65 mph possible. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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, South Dakota, and Idaho
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.
About
Sureshot Dispersed Site is a primitive camping area located near upper and lower Sureshot Lakes in the Tobacco Root Mountains of southwestern Montana. The area sits within the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest on the Madison Ranger District, surrounded by rugged mountain terrain and offering access to fishing at both lakes. As dispersed camping, there are no developed facilities, fees, or reservations. Campers must be self-sufficient, bringing their own water and packing out all trash. The area falls under the forest's mandatory food storage order due to bear activity. Access requires navigating rough forest roads from McAllister via North Meadow Creek Road; a high-clearance vehicle is necessary and 4WD is strongly recommended. Camping is limited to 16 days within any 30-day period per forest regulations. The area is popular with anglers and hunters seeking a remote backcountry experience. Cell service is nonexistent throughout most of the forest.
Directions
From McAllister (south of I-90 on MT 287), head west on North Meadow Creek Road. High-clearance vehicle required; 4WD recommended due to rough road conditions.
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 | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 682-4253 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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