Welcome to the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Welcome! We've transitioned our public websites to a modern web platform to better serve the public. With thousands of pages to update, some content may take longer to appear. Some old content has been archived during this process, as well.
We appreciate your patience as we work to make it easier than ever to access information and explore your national forests - both online and on the ground. Please send us an email if there is something you can't find:
The scenic Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest stretches 2.8-million acres through central and north-central Montana. The Forest is comprised of island mountain ranges bisected by the Continental Divide and Missouri River and includes 6 ranger districts: Lincoln, Helena, Townsend, Judith - Musselshell, Rocky Mountain, and Belt Creek - White Sulphur Springs and 2 Forest Supervisor's offices located in Helena and Great Falls to oversee forest management in 17 counties.
Forest Plan
Learn about projects the Forest is engaged in and how this work aligns with our forest plan and drive for flourishing and abundant resources.
Firewood and other special use permits
Need a firewood permit, Christmas tree or mushroom permit? Many of our permits are free and now available online.
Maps and guides
Looking for a map to download to plan your next adventure? Check out the free maps we have available!
Cabin rentals and camping opportunities
The Forest features numerous campground and cabin rental opportunities. Plan your next getaway today!
Fire
Where is that smoke coming from? What's the difference between a wildfire and prescribed fire? Learn more.
Get involved
We could not do our work without help from numerous partners and volunteers. Learn more about opportunities to get involved.
