11:53 AM
— 9:00 PM
* AFFECTED AREA...Central and Eastern Lewis and Clark National
Forest Areas and Helena and Townsend Ranger Districts of the
Helena National Forest.
* WINDS...West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 15 percent.
* TEMPERATURES...Up to 81.
* IMPACTS... Any fires that develop will spread rapidly.
Containment of any ongoing or new fires may be very difficult.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
11:35 AM
— October 10th, 11:45 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and
9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...MacDonald Pass, Georgetown Lake, Highway 12 Garrison to
Elliston, Butte, and Homestake Pass.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
11:29 AM
— October 10th, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and
20 inches, with the exception of the Lincoln valley where up to 6
inches is expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Gates of the Mountains, Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass,
Southern High Plains, and Southern Rocky Mountain Front.
* WHEN...From noon Saturday 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.
11:29 AM
— October 10th, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains and Little Belt and Highwood
Mountains.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday 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.
11:29 AM
— October 10th, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday 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.
11:35 AM
— October 10th, 11:45 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6
inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth, Highway 83 Seeley Lake to
Condon, Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough, Lolo Pass, and Highway 93
Sula to Lost Trail Pass.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Prepare for difficult backcountry travel.
11:35 AM
— October 10th, 11:45 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3
inches, with higher amounts above valley floors and in Glacier
National Park. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Glacier National Park, Marias Pass, Essex, Polebridge, Bad
Rock Canyon, and Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Prepare for difficult backcountry travel.
11:29 AM
— October 10th, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of between 2 to 5
inches across lower elevations, with 5 to 8 inches in the
mountains. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of central and southwest Montana.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be 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.
11:29 AM
— October 10th, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5
inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Helena Valley.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Saturday to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be 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.
White Sandy Campground
Sorry for the inconvenience. Our construction window has been moved, and our water system lines will be replaced in July at White Sandy now. Construction is scheduled to take place from July 6th to July 31st. We understand this is not ideal timing. There may be camping opportunities available during this closure period at Devil’s Elbow, Holter Lake or Log Gulch. For other alternatives look at Montana FWP or Bureau of Reclamation Canyon Ferry. For additional information you may call (406) 233-1098.
White Sandy Campground
Sorry for the inconvenience. Our construction window has been moved, and our water system lines will be replaced in July at White Sandy. Construction is scheduled to take place from July 6th to July 31st. We understand this is not ideal timing. There may be camping opportunities available during this closure period at Devil’s Elbow, Holter Lake or Log Gulch. For other alternatives look at Montana FWP or Bureau of Reclamation Canyon Ferry. For additional information you may call (406) 233-1098.
Holter Lake Campground
Campground closure dates have changed! **Holter Lake will temporarily close from** **Oct. 12 to Nov. 8 **for water system replacement. Reservations are now available Aug. 20 - Sept. 12, when construction was originally scheduled. This project will modernize the water system to ensure safe, reliable potable and irrigation water services for years to come. Campsites may be available at nearby Devil’s Elbow, White Sandy, Holter Dam or Log Gulch during the closure. For more information, call (406) 233-1098.
Flathead National Forest
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
Flathead National Forest
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.
Flathead National Forest
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Flathead National Forest
Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathead…
Flathead National Forest
Bear Creek Road 5398 in the Swan Lake Ranger District is closed to the public for public safety from Oct. 2 to Nov. 1, 2026 during road reconstruction work.
Flathead National Forest
The Spotted Bear Ranger District has updated the trail closure for the Camp Creek Fire to include only those trails directly impacted by the fire. The trail closure includes Ayres Creek Trail #273, Basin Creek Trail #267, and Stadler Creek Trail #271.
Flathead National Forest
The area known as the FK&L Dispersed Camping Area (as shown on Exhibit A, attached below), west and south of Emery Bay Campground, is closed to public access from July 22, 2026 to July 22, 2027 for planned construction.
Flathead National Forest
Big Creek Canyon Creek Road 316 closed to motorized travel during 2026 repair work. See details and authorized access info.
Flathead National Forest
4.4 miles of National Forest System Trail 800 Tally-Ashley will be closed for public safety during logging activities starting 9/4/2025 - 9/1/2026 unless rescinded sooner.
Flathead National Forest
From September 1, 2025 through December 1, 2026, unless rescinded, the following is prohibited in the Ryan Road area:Camping or otherwise occupying a site except where designated .Camping or otherwise occupying a designated site for over three consecutive days within a calendar year.
Flathead National Forest
NFS Road 1625 is closed between milepost 2.84 and 5.08 for public safety due to road substrate slumping. This closed segment is from the junction with Rd #9881 at milepost 2.84 to the end of Rd #1625 starting 8/13/2025 - 8/12/2027 unless rescinded sooner.
Flathead National Forest
Violating State water vessel safety and operation laws and regulations is prohibited on all Flathead National Forest waterways.
Lolo National Forest
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
Lolo National Forest
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.
Lolo National Forest
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Lolo National Forest
Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathead…
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Area Closed to All Hunting and Firearms Year RoundWhere: All National Forest Land within the Ninemile Administrative Sites on the Ranger Station compound, the Grand Menard Day Use site and Nature Trail, as well as in the following administrative pastures.When: September 27, 2026…
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Deer Creek Road, NFSR #236 Where: From milepost 2.37 at the Deer Creek Campground to the end of the road.When: September 21, 2026 through December 31, 2026 unless rescinded Why: Public health and safety due to hazardous road conditions
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Ward Creek Road, NFSR #889Where: at milepost 4.534 at the junction with NFSR 16568 to its end at milepost 11.91 at thejunction with NFSR 1185 & NFSR 1180.When: September 11, 2026 through December 31, 2026 unless rescinded Why: Public health and safety due to hazardous flood…
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Gilbert Creek Road, NFSR #34 Where: From milepost 0 to the National Forest Boundary at milepost 1.86. When: August 22, 2026 through December 31, 2026 unless rescinded Why: Public health and safety due to hazardous road conditions
Lolo National Forest
Cabin City Campground and Roads 9117, 9117-A, 9117-B and Trail 703 are closed for public safety May 11, 2026–May 1, 2027.
Lolo National Forest
Due to recent weather, East Fork Big Creek Road (Forest Service Road 428) is closed from milepost 1.35 junction with 16046 (lodgepole) to milepost 1.85 seasonal gate closure turnaround. This closure is for public health and safety due to hazardous conditions resulting from flood and wind damage…
Lolo National Forest
Enjoy Lolo National Forest safely. Learn rules for camping, fires, wildlife, vehicles, and staying prepared in bear country.
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
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
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
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.
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Montana Backcountry Discovery Route Riders: Due to recent rain events on the Beaverhead Deerlodge National Forest, a small section of the Montana BDR has become nearly impassable. The Forest has received multiple reports of riders getting stuck, and we even received word of an injury occurring.…
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
DESCRIBED AREA/ROADS/TRAILSThe closure applies to approximately 1 mile of NFS Road 78175 where it goes through NFS land in the western edge of Section 14, Township 5 North, Range 11 Wes, as depicted in the attached map.
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
The purpose of this Order is for public safety, the mill site is unstable with heavy metals in the soil and the adit area is flooded with falling rock at the portal entrance.
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Possession and operation of motorized vehicles off any National Forest System roads within Wilderness Study Areas, as described and depicted on the attached order and maps, are prohibited. The order covers the Sapphire and West Pioneer Wilderness Study Areas.
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
Food storage order is in effect annually from March 1 to December 1 on the National Forest System (NFS) lands within the Beaverhead-Deerlodge and Bitterroot National Forests.
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
The following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands in the Butte Ranger District, Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest: possessing or storing any material containing nails, screws, or other metal hardware, including wood pallets and construction debris, that could be used as…
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
A package of restrictions for the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness Area on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge and Bitterroot National Forests regarding travel and camping with stock, campfires, group size, and mandatory party/individual registration.
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
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.
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathead…
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Please be aware that we have a number of prescribed burns planned southwest of the Helena community this fall. Visit: https://linktr.ee/hlcfireinformation to find maps and current information.
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Caution: due to the recent windstorm, there are numerous trees across trails and roads. Please be aware that weakened trees may come down at any time and exercise caution while out on the forest over the holidays.Thank you to our many volunteer groups helping to restore access.
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Please be aware that food storage orders are in effect on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. This helps ensure bears do not get habituated to human food and helps to keep people and bears safe.
Clark's Bay Day Use Area Shelter
The irrigation and potable water systems at Clark’s Bay are being replaced to improve water quality and reliability. Construction is scheduled for June 24–30, during which the site will be temporarily closed for public safety. Day‑use opportunities may be available at Devil’s Elbow, White Sandy, Holter Lake, or Log Gulch. For more information, call (406) 233‑1093.
Log Gulch Campground
Campground closure dates have changed! **Log Gulch will temporarily close from Sept. 14 to Oct. 11 **for water system replacement. Reservations are now available Aug. 4-14, when construction was originally scheduled. This project will modernize the water system to ensure safe, reliable potable and irrigation water services for years to come. Campsites may be available at nearby Devil’s Elbow, White Sandy, Holter Dam or Holter Lake during the closure. For more information, call (406) 258-0276.
Devil's Elbow Campground
Construction to replace the potable water and irrigation lines at Devil’s Elbow will occur June 8–23. To ensure visitor and contractor safety, the site will be temporarily closed during this period. This upgrade will provide visitors with more dependable water service, reduce maintenance downtime, and support long‑term recreational use. Alternative camping may be available at White Sandy, Holter Lake, or Log Gulch. Additional recreation options may be found through Montana FWP or the Bureau of Reclamation at Canyon Ferry. For more information, call (406) 233‑1093.