The Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest offers two million acres of public land open to snowmobiles. Free Over Snow Vehicle Use Maps show where you can ride, available at our Forest Service offices and online.
Groomed snowmobile trail networks include:
Georgetown Lake, groomed by the Anaconda Snowmobile Club
Pioneer Mountains, groomed by the Beaverhead Sno-Riders, Jackpine Savages, and the Big Hole Snowmobile Club
Gravelly Range, groomed by the Vigilante Snowmobilers
Tobacco Root Mountains (North Meadow Creek Trail), groomed by the Vigilante Snowmobilers
Boulder Mountains, groomed by the Mining City Trail Riders
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The Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest offers two million acres of public land open to snowmobiles. Free Over Snow Vehicle Use Maps show where you can ride, available at our Forest Service offices and online.
Groomed snowmobile trail networks include:
Georgetown Lake, groomed by the Anaconda Snowmobile Club
Pioneer Mountains, groomed by the Beaverhead Sno-Riders, Jackpine Savages, and the Big Hole Snowmobile Club
Gravelly Range, groomed by the Vigilante Snowmobilers
Tobacco Root Mountains (North Meadow Creek Trail), groomed by the Vigilante Snowmobilers
Boulder Mountains, groomed by the Mining City Trail Riders
It is your responibility to know and follow established rules and regulations. The following is a summary of those rules, but, you should also review additional information from your county treasurer's office, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, U.S. Forest Service offices and ranger stations and other state and county government sources.
The internet is also a good place to research snowmobiling regulations, starting with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks at: http://www.fwp.mt.gov.
What is a Snowmobile?
The Beaverhead-Deerlodge NF follows the State of Montana definitions of snowmobiles. "Snowmobile" means a self-propelled vehicle of an overall width of 48 inches or less, excluding accessories, designed primarily for travel on snow or ice, that may be steered by skis or runner and that is not otherwise registered or licensed under the laws of Montana.
Located at the Headwaters of the Columbia River Basin, the continental divide surrounds Butte offering a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities for motorized and non-motorized enthusiasts.
Camping, hiking, hunting and fishing are a few of the more popular activities that attract visitors to the Butte-Jefferson Ranger Districts. Blue ribbon trout fishing is found on the Big Hole River, Jefferson River, and smaller streams throughout the districts.
Trail enthusiasts and rock climbers are drawn to the spectacular scenery and challenge of the granite outcrops found in the Homestake areas east of Butte. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail traverses the forest and provides excellent hiking, horseback and mountain bike riding opportunities just minutes from Butte from several trailheads. Thompson Park and Sheepshead Recreation Area provide picnicking and trail opportunities that include portions of the Milwaukee Road in Thompson Park. High mountain peaks and lakes in the Tobacco Root Mountains provide spectacular vistas over 10,000 feet.
Off-highway vehicle enthusiasts can find fun and excitement at the Whitetail-Pipestone Area east of Butte. The area boasts miles of OHV routes that provide a challenge to both novice and experienced riders.
This ranger district is in the northeast corner of the forest. Located near two major highways, there are many campgrounds and picnic area to choose from on this district making them a nice place to stop along your journey.
Please be "Bear Aware" and check out our Bear Country Safety information before you recreate on the Madison Ranger District. We want you and the bears to enjoy the forest!
Madison Ranger District is the eastmost district on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge and surrounds the town of Ennis on three sides. Campgrounds, picnic areas and fishing access recreation areas are available on this district.
Please be "Bear Aware" and check out our Bear Country Safety information before you recreate on the Madison Ranger District. We want you and the bears to enjoy the forest!
This district is in the northwest portion of the forest and surrounds the town of Philipsburg. With over 20 campgrounds/picnic areas/fishing accesses there's plenty to do in this area!
