Lolo National Forest
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
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 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions
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…
Ward Creek Road Closure
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at milepost 11.91 at thejunction with NFSR 1185 & NFSR 1180.When: September 11, 2026 through December 31, 2026 unless rescinded Why: Public health and safety due to hazardous flood…
Deer Creek Road and Snowmobile Trail Closure
What’s closed: Deer Creek Road and Snowmobile Trail, NFSR #236 and NFST SNO-70.10Where: The following NFS Roads:1. Deer Creek Road, NFSR 236, from milepost 2.37 at the Deer Creek Campground to the end of the road.2. Deer Creek Loop Snowmobile Trail.When: September 11, 2026 through December 31,…
Lee Creek Road Closure- FS Road #699
What’s closed: Forest Service Road #699Where: Lee Creek Road from milepost 0.24 at the end of the pavement to milepost 3.61 at gate at end of NFSR #699. When: August 31, 2026 Why: Protect public health and safety due to hazardous road conditions.
Gilbert Creek Road Closure- Forest Service Road 34
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 When: August 22, 2026 through December 31, 2026 unless rescinded Why: Public health and safety due to hazardous road conditions
Cabin City Campground Area, Roads & Trail Closed for Public Safety (May 11, 2026–May 1, 2027)
Cabin City Campground and Roads 9117, 9117-A, 9117-B and Trail 703 are closed for public safety May 11, 2026–May 1, 2027.
West Fork Dry Creek Road and Trails 274 and 572 Closure
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.
East Fork Big Creek Road & Trail Closure- Superior Ranger District
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…
Forest, Regional and Other Regulations
Enjoy Lolo National Forest safely. Learn rules for camping, fires, wildlife, vehicles, and staying prepared in bear country.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
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.
RESCINDED: R1-2025-02 Use of Vehicles Off Road
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.
Updated Area/Road/Trail Closure for Bobcat Lakes & Sand Creek Fires
The area closure associated with the BOBCAT LAKES and SAND CREEK FIRES has been updated, effective Saturday, September 19th at 6:00 a.m. This modification OPENS the area immediately adjacent to Elkhorn Hot Springs for public access. The remainder of the existing CLOSURE is still IN EFFECT for…
Moose Fire Updated Closure
Road and trail closures associated with the MOOSE FIRE have been updated. The Beaver Creek Road (FS Road # 5060) is still CLOSED from the junction with Ross Fork Road (FS Road #70), north to Stephens Reservoir for public and firefighter safety due to the presence of numerous pieces of heavy…
Road Closure for FSR- 624 Gibbonsville Road
Beginning around August 17th and continuing for approximately 4 weeks, two bridges over Ruby Creek on Forest Service Road (FSR) 624, also referred to as Gibbonsville Road, will be closed for bridge replacements. This project is necessary to maintain long-term safe access and improve road…
Montana BDR Alternative Route
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.…
Lost Creek Area - Road Closure
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.
Delmoe Lake Area/Road Closure
U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest ServiceBeaverhead-Deerlodge National ForestButte Ranger DistrictArea/Road Closure
Elkhorn Mine Area and 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.
Road/Trail Prohibitions, Off-Road Prohibitions in Recommended Wilderness Areas
This order describes the off-road prohibitions in Recommended Wilderness.
Off-Road Prohibitions in Wilderness Study Areas
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.
Annual Food Storage Order
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.
Pallet Prohibition Order Butte Ranger District
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…
Anaconda Pintler Wilderness Restrictions
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.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
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 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions
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…
Prescribed Fire Notice
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.
Grasshopper Campground closure
Closure order for Grasshopper Campground
Park Lake closure
Park Lake campground and day-use area will be closed for repairs to the earthen dam and road regrading.
FS Road #8998 closure
Closure order for Forest Service Road #8998 on the Rocky Mountain Ranger District
December Windstorm Creates Hazards across the 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.
Crazy Mountain (North Half) Food Storage Order
A Food Storage Order impacting the north half of the Crazy Mountains
Food storage order in effect
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.
From Recreation.gov
Savenac Historic Tree Nursery will be completely closed from May 23, 2026, to June 22, 2026, to complete the construction started in 2025 and to address damage from winter storms that occurred in December 2025.
From Recreation.gov
Savenac Historic Tree Nursery will be completely closed from May 23, 2026, to June 22, 2026, to complete the construction started in 2025 and to address damage from winter storms that occurred in December 2025.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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 and Intermountain Regions Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness
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).
OPEN: Lost Horse Road, Lick Creek Road, 711 Road, 75 Road are open. FS Road 720 Remains Closed
As of Sept. 1, 2026, Lost Horse Road (Forest Service Road 429) and Lick Creek Road (FS 5621) are OPEN.The 75 Road has reopened due to the improved conditions from recent moisture and reduced temperatures in the fire area. The 711 Road has also opened as of Sept. 15, 2026. Travelers and…
Bitterroot National Forest Food Storage Order
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and wildlife by minimizing human-bear interactions.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
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.
Updated Skillet Fire Area, Road, Trail Closure
The closure order for the Skillet Fire was reduced on down to a road closure due to containment of the fire. A road closure is now in effect for public safety while road repairs and culvert replacements occur. Please view the full closure order and map for more information. Please use caution in…
Rexford Bench Beach Area Temporary Closure
Portions of the beach and recreation area at the Rexford Bench Campground and Beach, near Rexford, MT, will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, July 13th while much need improvements take place on the existing water and wastewater system.The project will replace the 50-year-old water and…
Lower Quartz Road #601 Temporary Closure due to Potential Salvage Sale
A temporary road closure will be in effect starting July 1st, 2026 for the Lower Quartz Creek Road #601, near Libby, MT. The area was heavily impacted by the winter wind events, leaving a high volume of blowdown. Forest Service personnel are addressing the blowdown via salvage sale operations to…
Trail Advisory-Alexander Mountain Trail near Timber Harvest Activities
Please use caution and watch for timber harvest activity if utilizing the Alexander Mountain Trail #270 off the FDR Road #228 on the Libby Ranger District. A small portion of the trail passes through a section of the Fleetwood Jack Timber Sale, that has ongoing operations. The trail will remain…
Ross Creek Cedars Road Closure & Storm Damage Update
The Ross Creek Cedars sustained significant damage during the December 2025 flood events. Heavy rains, flooding, landslide, and debris flows that occurred in December 2025 created unstable conditions along NFS Road #398. Significant erosion undercut sections of the road, limiting access to foot and…
Timberlane Campground Closure
A closure order is now in effect for the Timberlane Campground on the Libby Ranger District, while it undergoes much-needed improvements. The purpose of this order is for public safety during reconstruction and improvement operations in the campgroundAs you start making your summer plans and…
Spar Lake Road #384 Road Closed to Motorized Vehicles
A closure order is now in effect for motorized vehicles on the Three Rivers Ranger District for Forest Service Road #384 (Spar Lake). The closure is to provide for public safety until crews make appropriate repairs to road damage caused by the December 2025 flood event. The road is closed starting…
Upper Young Creek Road #7202 Closure
A closure order is now in effect on the Rexford Ranger District for Forest Service Road #7202 (Upper Young Creek Road). The closure is to provide for public safety due to a washout making the road impassable. The road is currently closed at milepost 3.5 to 3.6, just north of its junction with NFS…
Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas
Portions of the Kootenai National Forest have recently experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area. The rapid increase in rainfall on top of snow in the higher elevations has resulted in localized flooding and increased the risk of landslides, debris…
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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 and Intermountain Regions Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness
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).
RESCINDED: R1-2025-02 Use of Vehicles Off Road
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.
Updated 250 Road Closure
This is the updated 250 road closure:Hidden Creek Campground remains open but NFSR 250 will remain closed Commencing at the Junction of National Forest System Road (NFSR) 250 and Elizabeth Creek, also known as the point of beginning. Proceeding Northeast along NFSR 250 to Hidden Creek Campground.
Moose Mountain Fire Area Closure
Numerous roads and trails are closed due to the Moose Mountain Fire
Road 100 Closure
Road 100 will be closed from the junction with NFSR 5132 to the junction with NFSR 5135 from September 8, 2026 at 06:00 a.m. through October 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m for culvert replacement
Red River Ranger District Road Closures
NFSR 1875, 9824, 9829, and 492 will have segments closed during weekdays for construction from monday-friday from 9 am-6 pm until October 15, 2026
Additional Selway River Trail Closure
Forest Service Trail # 4 from Wilderness Boundary (T31N R10E S8 / 46.045657, -115.241604) to Big Rock Trail # 693 (T32N R12E S11 / 46.123786, -114.934325).
Little Weitas Trail Closures
NFST 103 and NFST 173 Are Closed Due To Fire Danger and For Public Safety
Little Weitas Trails Closure
Trail 103 and Trail 173 will be closed in their entirety for public safety due to the Little Weitas Fire
Selway River Trail Extended Closures
NFS Trail #4 - Selway River Trail – Is closed beginning at the intersection with NFST 607 at Cupboard Creek (T32N, R10E, NENW Sec 35 / 46.077834, -115.171062) and ending at the intersection with NFS Trail 693, Big Rock Trail (T32N, R12E, SWSW Sec 11 / 46.123786, -114.934325).
Extended Selway River Trail Fire Closure
Due to an active wildfire and associated hazardous conditions, NFS Trail #4 – Selway River Trail – is closed beginning at its intersection with NFS Trail 607 at Cupboard Creek (T32N, R10E, NENW Sec 35) and ending at its intersection with NFS Trail 693, Big Rock Trail (T32N, R12E, SWSW Sec 11).…
Sixty‑Two Ridge Trail #606 Fire Closure
Due to an active wildfire and associated hazardous conditions, Sixty‑Two Ridge Trail #606 is closed in its entirety beginning at its junction with the Selway River Trail #4 (T32N, R11E, SENW Sec 22). This closure is in effect to ensure public safety while fire activity continues in the area.
NFSR 250 Fire Closure
Due to active wildfire activity and associated conditions, NFSR 250 is closed beginning at its junction with NFSR 255 at the Kelly Forks Work Center (T39N, R10E, SWSW Sec 15) and ending at the intersection with NFSR 255 and the Deception Saddle Road (T40N, R11E, NESE Sec 6). This closure is in…
NFSR 520 Reconstruction and Timber Harvest Closure
Temporarily closure order for National Forest System Road 520 on the Lochsa‑Powell Ranger District to protect public safety during road reconstruction and timber harvest operations. The closure is in effect from July 27 to August 28, 2026, with exemptions for permitted users, authorized…
Selway River Trail Fire Closure
Due to an active wildfire and associated conditions, NFS Trail #4 - Selway River Trail – Is closed beginning at the intersection with NFST 607 at Cupboard Creek (T32N, R10E, NENW Sec 35) and ending at the intersection with NFS Trails 405 and 438 at Three Links Creek (T32N, R11E, CENT Sec 22).
Dry Creek Culvert Replacement--Closure of NFSR #768
NFSR #76 will be closed from July 18-July 24from Mile Post 1.00 at SW1/4 of the NE1/4 of T42N, R2W, Section 30 to its junction with NFSR 1427
NFSR 247 Road Closure
NFSR 247 is closed from the junction with with Idaho State Highway 11 at Headquarters, ID (T38N, R05E, SWSE Sec 15) to Mile Post 5.15 (T39N, R05E, SESE Section 27) for a timber sale from July 7-September 30, 2026
Roads Closed on North Fork Ranger District (French Larch Project)
Closure order restricting public access to Roads 547, 660, 5215, and 5218 on the North Fork Ranger District for safety during road work and timber operations.
Lockout Trails Closure
FS Trail 228 – is closed from the junction with the 1423 road (T 43N, R 02 W, SWSW Sec 34) to the intersection with FS Trail 319 (T 43N, R 02 W, SESW Sec 34). FS Trail 319 – is closed from the junction with FSR 1423 (T 42N, R 02 W, NENW Sec 03) to the junction with FSR 73729 (T 43N, R 02 W,…
O'Hara Bridge Closure
Hamby Fork NFSR #651 – Is closed from the junction with O’Hara Bar Campground entrance NFSR #651A (Section 25, T32N, R07E) approximately 0.25 miles to the end of the construction boundary (Section 25, T32N, R07E)
Grangeville Salmon Road Closure Extension
NFSR #221, Grangeville Salmon Road is closed weekly Monday – Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; from the Cold Springs Subdivision approximately MP 9 in (T27N R03E S36) ending at MP 30.61
White Pine Fire Scar Closure
This order is to protect public safety as the forest remediates the impact of the white pine fire
NFSR #1803 Road Closure
NFSR #1803 Will be closed from May 22 through June 12 for the Dead Post Timber Sale
Barnyard Timber Sale Road and Trail Closures
The closure applies to the following areas NFSR #680 – Closed from the Forest Service boundary to the JCT with NFSR 246. NFSR #681 – Closed from Sheep Saddle to Swanson Saddle.NFSR #683 – Closed from Deadhorse Saddle to Sheep Mtn Saddle.NFSR #5323 – Closed from Sheep Mtn Saddle to the end…
Selway Falls Campground Closure
The Selway Falls Campground is closed due to the impact of the Island Creek Fire on possible erosion and debris flow
O'Hara Beach Area Closure
This closure order applies to O'Hara Beach, Bbginning at, but not including, CCC Camp Trailhead, extending north to include the entirety of the Trombetta Flats administrative area, continuing east to administrative road #233 C, extending south to and including the shoreline of the Selway River,…
Knife Edge Camping Partial Closure
Sites 3, 4, and 5 at Knife Edge Campground will be close during whitewater boating season, April 15-June 30th
Laird Park Water Unavailable For 2026 Season
Forest Service staff have labored diligently to ensure potable water is available for campers at Laird Park this season. Unfortunately, water system tests have come back negatively and the water is not up to our safety standards. We are working to reengineer the water system for future recreation…
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
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 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions
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…
Camp Creek Fire Updated Trail Closure
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.
FK&L Area Closed to Public Access Starting July 22, 2026
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.
From Recreation.gov
Savenac Historic Tree Nursery will be completely closed from May 23, 2026, to June 22, 2026, to complete the construction started in 2025 and to address damage from winter storms that occurred in December 2025.
From Recreation.gov
Our Boat Ramp and Boat Parking Area facility is undergoing construction and will be closed. The closure should not impact the availability of Campground and Day-Use amenities and services. Please visit our agency website for additional information.
From Recreation.gov
Our facility will be undergoing construction that could impact the availability of some amenities and services. Please visit our agency website for additional information.
Big Creek Canyon Creek Road 316 Closure for Emergency Repairs
Big Creek Canyon Creek Road 316 closed to motorized travel during 2026 repair work. See details and authorized access info.
Trail 800 Tally-Ashely Closure
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.
Ryan Creek Occupancy and Use Order
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.
Logan Creek Hoke Creek Closure
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.
Water Vessel Prohibitions
Violating State water vessel safety and operation laws and regulations is prohibited on all Flathead National Forest waterways.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
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
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
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.
Beehive Lake Trail #279 Closure
The purpose of this Order is to ensure public safety due to high burn severity from theSilver Fire.
Dudley Revised Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to ensure public and firefighter safety in response to the Dudley Fire incident. This prohibits all methods of travel (i.e. foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on NFS lands within the described area except for those specific routes described under Exemptions.
Little Elk Trail 32 is closed weekdays from Sept. 15 - Nov. 30, 2026
The Little Elk Trail 32 is closed in full on weekdays for public safety due to logging operations, from September 15, 2026 through November 30, 2026 (unless rescinded earlier). The trail is open on weekends and holidays.
Upper Smith Fire Closure - Pyramid Pass Trail
The purpose of this order is for public and firefighter safety due to active fire and suppression activities as part of planned operations for the Upper Smith fire burning in the area. The order temporarily closes the Pyramid Pass Trail #13 from Forest Service Road 634 (Trout Creek) to the junction…
Upper Smith Fire Closure - Parker Ridge Trail
The purpose of this order is for public and firefighter safety due to active fire suppression activities occurring on the Westside Road as part of the planned operations for the Upper Smith Fire burning in the area. Area Closed: Trail #221 Parker Ridge National Recreation Trail from the trailhead…
Heavy Truck Traffic on FS Road 209
Forests visitors are urged to use caution when traveling and recreating on Forest System Road 209, along the Little North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River. Two active timber sales in the area are hauling at least 50 loads per day, Monday through Friday. Hauling will occur primarily from early…
Upper Smith Fire Closure - Forest Road 281 and Trail 16
The purpose of this Order is for public and firefighter safety due to active fire suppression activities on Upper Smith fire burning in the area.
Forest Roads 265, 422 and 911 Closure
The purpose of this order is for the protection of public and contractor safety during log hauling activities. We can expect 30 or more loaded log trucks per day leaving the Lamb Chop and Bigfoot timber sale areas.
Black Mountain / Forest Road 274
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to heavy recovery equipment and unsafe conditions during the recovery of a 4x4 light truck that is located 800 feet below FSR 274.
Catspur Creek Garnet Site Road and Area Closure
The purpose of this order is to close the Catspur garnet unauthorized dig area and access road FSR-361A, a 1.2-mile-long road, to protect public health and safety, as well as resource/property protection, including a rare area of geologic interest. This area is closed to mineral entry and no…
Grizzly Ridge Road / Road 260 Closure
The purpose of this order is to provide public and logger safety due to active logging operations occurring along roadway. This closure order prohibits all methods of travel (i.e. foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on NFS Road 260.
Norton Trail / Road 1900 Closure for Construction
The purpose of this order is for public and contractor safety due to trail maintenanceactivity, including a culvert replacement, along 4.5 miles of trail on the St. Joe Ranger District.
Hudlow Meadows Restoration Project Area Closure
The purpose of this order is to ensure the safety of contract personnel and the public during heavy equipment operations associated with stream and meadow restoration activities, to prevent resource damage to the restoration area from persons and/or vehicles, and to prevent damage and/or removal of…
Trestle Creek Road / Forest Road 275 construction
Western Federal Lands and its General Contractor, MJ Hughes, will begin road construction work along Trestle Creek Road (Forest Road NF-275), between Mileposts 100.0 to 103.7, starting May 21, 2026 and running until November 5, 2026. The road remains open to local traffic. During active…
Canfield Mountain Fire Restrictions
The purpose of this order is for public and firefighter safety to mitigate human-caused wildfires in peak wildfire danger during Idaho’s “Closed Fire Season”
Rose Lake Area Closure
The purpose of this order is to close the Rose Lake Informal Recreation Site beach areafor public health and safety, to protect the public from potential adverse effects causedby the presence of anomalously high levels of lead found across the area, in the soils,sand and dust.
Emergency Road Closure Lightning Creek / Forest Road 419
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to road damage associated with flooding in theLightning Creek drainage and prohibits all motorized methods of travel on this portionNFSR 419.
West Fork Eagle Creek/Forest Road 805
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to extensive flood damage on FSR 805 (West Fork Eagle Creek) on the Coeur d’Alene River Ranger District and prohibits any motorized methods of travel on FSR 805 beginning at the National Forest Boundary north to the intersection of FSR 805 (West…
Emergency Road Closure Forest Road 225, Slate Creek
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to road damage associated with flooding in the Slate Creek drainage and prohibits all methods of travel (i.e., foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on the described portions of FSR 437, FSR 1530, and FSR 225.
Emergency Road Closures on Forest Roads 437, 1530, 406
The purpose of this temporary closure is for public safety due to road damage associated with flooding in the East Fork Hayden Creek drainage and prohibits all methods of travel (i.e., foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on the described portions of FSR 437, FSR 1530, and FSR 406.
Evans Landing Trail 64 Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety due to hazardous conditions due to impacts from recent wildfire events.
Abandoned Mines Area Closure
This order is in place for public safety and prohibits going into any abandoned underground opening, including but not limited to, mine adits, drifts, tunnels, caves and shafts that are the result of past mining activities within the forest boundaries as identified on the attached map.Contact Nira…
IPNF Glass Container Restrictions
This order prohibits possessing, using, or depositing glass containers in certain beaches, day use areas, and along certain rivers and bodies of water for the protection of public health and safety and for environmental concerns.
Idaho Panhandle Seasonal Food Storage Order
Food storage requirements on portions of the Bonners Ferry, Priest Lake and Sandpoint Ranger Districts from April 1 to December 1 every year. The order requires appropriate food storage practices to reduce the potential for human-wildlife conflicts.
From Recreation.gov
Cabin City Campground will be closed for the 2026 summer season due to extensive storm damage. Please contact Superior Ranger District at 406-822-4233 mid-summer for an update.
From Recreation.gov
During the 2026 season, renters will need to utilize the Ward Creek Road to get to the Up Up Lookout Tower. Please follow the information under the Getting There tab for the Ward Creek Road directions. The Deer Creek Road will not be accessible for the 2026 season. Please contact the Superior Ranger District mid-summer for updated information at 406-822-4233. NOTE: Phone and vehicle GPS mapping directions are not correct. Please use our directions.
Overview
Lolo National Forest spans 2.3 million acres in western Montana, surrounding Missoula and bordered by Idaho to the west. The forest is currently open and accessible for recreation, though several localized closures are in effect as of December 2025. Recent weather events have caused damage to Ward Creek Road and Deer Creek Bridge on the Superior Ranger District, which are currently closed for public safety. The Stony Creek Cutoff Road (Road #5490) is also closed, and a portion of Plant Creek Road remains closed due to damage from the Miller Peak Fire. Fire danger is currently low (winter conditions), with no forest-wide fire restrictions in place. The forest is home to both black and grizzly bears, and mandatory food storage orders are in effect forest-wide—all food and attractants must be stored in bear-resistant containers or in a bear-resistant manner when unattended. The forest is undergoing Land Management Plan Revision, and the Wildfire Adapted Missoula (WAM) fuels management project is actively being implemented. Christmas tree permits are currently available for purchase online or at ranger stations. Several rental cabins and historic lookouts are available year-round. Always check current conditions, road status, and alerts before your trip as conditions can change rapidly.
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