9:37 PM
— August 10th, 3:00 PM
The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 2 PM to 9 PM MDT Monday.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 475 and 476.
* WIND...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent.
* IMPACTS...Wind reaching these speeds and humidity drier than
15 percent can result in rapid fire spread and extreme
wildfire intensity.
8:15 AM
— August 10th, 9:00 AM
AQAMT
The Air Quality Alert for Broadwater, Gallatin and Park Counties has
been cancelled.
For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality at www.todaysair.mt.gov
8:15 AM
— August 10th, 9:00 AM
AQAMT
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air
quality alert for Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Granite,
Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral,
Missoula, Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow counties in effect
until 9AM on 08/10/2026
An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending
upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air
Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near
future.
Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke
As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls are
Very Unhealthy.
As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Dillon, Libby and
Thompson Falls are Unhealthy.
As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Butte,
Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Unhealthy for Sensitive
Groups.
As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Cut Bank, Frenchtown,
Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Malta and Missoula are Moderate.
When air quality is Very Unhealthy... State and local health
officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease,
the elderly, and children should avoid any outdoor activity; everyone
else should avoid prolonged exertion.
When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials
recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly,
and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should
limit prolonged exertion.
When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local
health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart
disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion.
When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials
recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing
prolonged or heavy exertion.
For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
August 7th, 1:30 PM
— August 10th, 3:00 PM
AQAMSO
* WHAT...Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire
smoke.
Air Quality Index is forecast to be Moderate
* WHERE...Lemhi County
* WHEN...Until 3pm MDT 8/10/2026
* IMPACTS...Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some
people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
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
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.
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.
Order terminated 7/7/2026: Use of vehicles off road prohibition for the Nez-Perce Clearwater and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests and Dakota Prairie Grasslands.
The Boulder Creek bridge on National Forest Road #677 (Wyman Gulch Road) will be closed for a full bridge replacement. The bridge will not be passable during construction, and no temporary motorized crossing will be constructed. The closure is scheduled to be in place from August 10th through…
The purpose of this Order is for public safety due to wildfire and active fire suppression activities.
In order to facilitate public and firefighter safety, the Skyline Mine Road (FR 8578) is currently closed due to the Queen Gulch Fire on the boundary of the Helena- Lewis and Clark and the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests.
For firefighter and public safety, the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest issued road closures for Forest Service Road #70 (Ross Fork) and Forest Service Road #5060 (Beaver Creek).Trail closures are also in effect along the South Fork of Rock Creek, including portions of Trail #8019 (Ross Fork…
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.…
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.
U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceBeaverhead-Deerlodge National ForestButte Ranger DistrictArea/Road Closure
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.
This order describes the off-road prohibitions in Recommended Wilderness.
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.
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.
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…
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.
Bitterroot 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
Bitterroot 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.
Bitterroot National Forest
This order implements visitor use requirements for activities within the Restricted Area and on the Restricted Trails, as required by the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area Management Plan (November 2003).
Bitterroot National Forest
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions begin at 12:01 am, Aug. 7, 2026 in all Bitterroot National Forest lands in Ravalli Co. and Missoula Co., MT, including within the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness.
Bitterroot National Forest
Road closures are in place on Lost Horse, Lick Creek, and Hayes Creek Roads due to activity on the North Fork Fire.
Bitterroot National Forest
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and wildlife by minimizing human-bear interactions.
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: Stage 2 Fire RestrictionsWhere: All National Forest System lands, roads and trails within the boundaries of the National Forest Systems lands managed by the Lolo National Forest, except for the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, including the Scapegoat Wilderness, as depicted on the attached…
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Elder 1 Fire Area, Road and Trail ClosureWhere: The area closure encompasses all National Forest Service Lands south of Forest Service Road 443 (South Side Road), east of Forest Service Road 5543 (Petty Creek ), north of Graves Creek, and north west of Deep Creek.When: August 4,…
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Graves Vermillion Road # 367 at milepost 2.78 to milepost 9.95Where: Graves Creek Road When: July 15, 2026 through September 1, 2026Why: Hazardous conditions; closure protects public safety
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Oregon Creek Road #7865, from milepost 5.13, at the intersection with Road 7836 to the end of the road Where: Oregon Creek Road #7865 When: July 15, 2026 through September 1, 2026 Why: Construction activity due to the installation of a bridge on the Parent Gulch crossing;…
Lolo National Forest
What’s closed: Upper West Fork Fish Creek Trail Bridge Where: West Fork Fish Crek Trail #101 When: July 14, 2026 through September 1, 2026 Why: Completing the Upper West Fork Fish Creek Trail Bridge Replacement GAOA Project
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
Road and trail access in the West Fork Dry Creek area is closed through Nov. 30, 2026, due to hazardous blowdown. Only authorized personnel and exempt landowners may enter.
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.
Lolo National Forest
Deer Creek Road #236 and Deer Creek Loop Snowmobile Trail (SNO-70.1) on the Superior Ranger District are closed due to flood and wind damage to the road, bridge crossing, and trail.
Lolo National Forest
Due to the recent weather event a portion of the Ward Creek Road is closed. For your health and safety please avoid travel in this area.
Price Creek Campground
Please call the Dillon Ranger District to check snow levels prior to reserving - 406-683-3967.