Spotlights

  • Know Before You Go

    Be aware of known trail and road closures on the forest before you head out!

  • Visit the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center

    With programs for everyone, the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center in Great Falls is an excellent place to visit year round.

  • Elkhorn Working Group

    Learn more about the Elkhorns and the group of staff and volunteers committed to maintaining it to protect the land and wildlife that live there.

  • Recreation in the Dry Fork of Belt Creek Drainage

    Learn about precautions to take when recreating near abandoned mines

     

  • Do Not Move Firewood

    Montana has suitable habitat for harmful forest pests and therefore prohibits the transport of firewood from most US states and Canadian provinces where invasive species are present. 

  • Holter Lake-Gates of the Mountains River Recreation Plan

    Review the coordinated draft management plan for the Holter Lake-Gates of the Mountains Recreation Area on the Missouri River. 

  • Plant Biodiversity Flickr Set

    Visit our Flickr album featuring the plant biodiversity of the Helena-side of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest.

  • Have You Seen Me?

    The Helena National Forest and Montana Discovery Foundation want to team up with YOU to help report sightings of some special wildlife and plant species while you're in the woods!

Alerts & Warnings

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Bear Facts & Safety Tips in Bear Country.

Be Bear AWARE! Take CARE!