10:29 AM
— October 12th, 1:30 AM
* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and
6 inches north of the US Hwy 2 corridor, with 6 to 12 inches
possible south of the US Hwy 2 corridor.
* WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana.
* WHEN...Until 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.
October 10th, 11:42 AM
— October 12th, 6:00 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...Essex, Polebridge, Bad Rock Canyon, Glacier National Park,
Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, and Marias Pass.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
October 10th, 11:42 AM
— October 12th, 6:00 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6
inches, locally higher totals of 8 to 10 inches in the mountains.
Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth, Highway 93 Sula to Lost
Trail Pass, Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, Lolo Pass, and
Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
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.
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.