Desert sunrise with cactus

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Fishing AccessHiking Trails

Humbug Spires WSA

MT · BLM Campground · BLM

Humbug Spires WSA is a blm campground Montana. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping. No fees. Amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

Free

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

poor

Poor Cell Signal

Spotty coverage — may work in some areas

Verizon: weakAT&T: weakT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Located 26 miles south of Butte, the Humbug Spires Wilderness Study Area offers a rugged, off-grid escape for tent campers and rock climbers. This primitive, free-access landscape features dramatic granite formations, old-growth forests, and scenic trails, providing an ideal, secluded destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking an authentic backcountry experience.

Discover the raw beauty of Montana’s Humbug Spires Wilderness Study Area, a premier destination for adventurous tent campers and climbers. Located 26 miles south of Butte, this 11,175-acre primitive landscape features dramatic granite outcroppings rising 600 feet from the forest floor. Hikers can explore a scenic three-mile trail that winds through old-growth timber and creek-side terrain toward the iconic "Wedge" formation. While this BLM-managed site offers no hookups, it provides an unparalleled off-grid experience for those seeking solitude and world-class rock climbing. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and backcountry trekkers, this year-round, free-access area invites you to immerse yourself in the rugged, untouched wilderness of the Boulder Batholith.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Humbug Spires WSA?
Humbug Spires WSA is a campground in Montana. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Humbug Spires WSA?
Humbug Spires WSA supports tent camping.
What amenities are at Humbug Spires WSA?
On-site amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 45.7432, -112.6710

Quick Facts

State
Montana
Region
Rocky Mountains
Agency
BLM
Coordinates
45.7432, -112.6710
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