Shields River
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Shields River is a National Forest campground near Wilsall, Montana.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Shields River sits inside Custer Gallatin National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Free
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets. No potable water.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 6,366 ft
46.1842, -110.4059 in Park. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Shields River?
No. Shields River is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Shields River?
Camping at Shields River is free.
Is there drinking water at Shields River?
No. Shields River has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Shields River?
Shields River is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Shields River
More campgrounds: camping near Wilsall and campgrounds in Park.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30
- epqs.nationalmap.gov (elevationFt), accessed 2026-10-01