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Bear River Developed Camp Sites

Dispersed camping — conditions change

Fire restrictions, road washouts, and seasonal closures are common on public lands. Confirm current rules with the managing agency (BLM/USFS field office) before traveling. Practice Leave No Trace.

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Dispersed Area Free · No reservation USFS · USFS Dispersed Camping

What is dispersed camping?

Dispersed camping is primitive camping on public land outside of developed campgrounds. There are no facilities — no toilets (usually), no water, no trash service, no marked sites. You may camp anywhere within the area, usually for free, subject to the agency's rules below. Pack everything out, follow Leave No Trace, and check current conditions with the land manager before you go.

Dispersed camping permitted on this Forest Service unit subject to current Forest Orders, MVUM, and fire restrictions. Verify rules with the managing ranger district before any visit.

USFS Motor Vehicle Use Map required
You must use the Forest Service Motor Vehicle Use Map for this district to identify which roads allow camping. Off-MVUM driving and camping is illegal.

Managing agency: USFS · Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG
Designation: USFS Dispersed Camping
Max stay: 14 days per location
Distance from water (LNT): 200+ ft

Facilities

✗No toilets — pack out human waste (WAG bag)
✗No water — bring all you'll need

Seasonal notes: Season: Mid June – Late October (Dependent on snow levels) Max trailer length: 40ft

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About

*These campsites remain open until snow makes it unreachable.These 30 designated sites are located outside of our campgrounds and spread out along Forest Service Road 900. Each site is designated by a numbered post and each has its own picnic table and permanent fire grate. These sites are.Nearby amenities include:Bear Lake Picnic Area Yamcolo ReservoirMandall Lakes Trail #1121 Smith Lake Trail #1194 Stillwater Parking Area: Bear River Trail #1120 , North Derby Trail #1122, East Fork Trail #1119Sand Creek Trail #1123 ATV Trail: Ute-Heart Lake Trail #1110 This site was approved for a fee change - Click here for more information