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Food Storage Requirements on the Kootenai National Forest
A food storage order signed in April, 2022 requires food storage and garbage practice across the Forest to reduce the potential for human-wildlife encounters.
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- Current Conditions
Stay current on weather and road conditions for your visit to the Kootenai - Be Bear Aware!
Learn about bear safety and the Forest mandatory food storage order. - Firewood Cutting [PDF, 183K]
Firewood permits remain free in Northern Region Forests through December 31, 2022, but you must obtain a free permit and abide by it when cutting. Contact your local office to obtain a required permit. - The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail
The Kootenai is home to a portion of the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail.