Custer Gallatin National Forest

Limber Pine

From Recreation.gov

*RRM of A and its partner, the US Forest Service, will be increasing the fees at this facility for Single Family sites in 2027. This increase has been approved to offset operational costs and to ensure we bring you the same great level of service you have become accustomed to enjoying. Thank you for your understanding. For questions or comments, please call 928-537-8888.*

Parkside

From Recreation.gov

*RRM of A and its partner, the US Forest Service, will be increasing the fees at this facility for Single Family sites in 2027. This increase has been approved to offset operational costs and to ensure we bring you the same great level of service you have become accustomed to enjoying. Thank you for your understanding. For questions or comments, please call 928-537-8888.*

Rattin Campground

From Recreation.gov

The USFS and RRM of A are pleased to announce that tremendous progress has been made on the East Side Fire, which was affecting the opening of this facility due to its proximity to the fire. The USFS and RRM of A will be opening the facility for the season on May 22nd, 2026, and reservations will be honored and assume on that date. Please call 928-537-8888 if you need further information.

Overview

Custer Gallatin National Forest is open and encompasses over 3 million acres of diverse terrain stretching across Montana and into South Dakota, spanning seven ranger districts and serving as a critical part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Fire danger is currently LOW across all districts. The forest operates under a mandatory food storage order forest-wide—critical for bear safety in this bear country. Current notable restrictions and closures include: Glacier Lake Road (NFSR #2421) closed seasonally through late spring 2026; West Fork Fire area road/trail closure through December 31, 2025; a permanent pallet possession ban on Bozeman Ranger District to protect resources; and the Hyalite Porcupine Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area under over-snow vehicle restrictions per court order. Prescribed burns are planned October 2025 through May 2026 across districts. Recent severe storms caused trail damage in the Bridger Range, with Truman Gulch Trail partially closed. Recreational target shooting is permanently prohibited in Hyalite Creek Drainage. The forest offers extensive recreation from wilderness areas (Absaroka-Beartooth) to numerous campgrounds and rental cabins. Headquarters are in Bozeman with additional offices in Billings. Winter users should check avalanche conditions and note that some trails have seasonal bike/wheeled vehicle restrictions.

Campgrounds

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