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Projects

The Projects page shows current and proposed projects on the Bitterroot National Forest for watershed restoration, habitat improvement, recreation sites, timber sales, roads, and more.  Projects on the Bitterroot National Forest follow guidelines under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) which was signed into law on January 1, 1970.

2026 Blowdown Emergency

In December 2025 and March 2026, Montana and Idaho were affected by severe wind events. Idaho Panhandle, Nez Perce-Clearwater, Lolo, Flathead, Bitterroot, and Kootenai Forests are proposing removal of wind damaged trees, fuel reduction, and replanting activities. Comment period June 23 to June 29, 2026. Find out more at the link above. 

Note: Not all projects may appear on the map. See the list below for a more complete list.

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The Forest Service follows NEPA regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Under this rule, Forest Service officials determine which proposed projects are shared for public input.

The agency no longer issues a schedule of proposed actions (SOPA) report. Below is the current list of proposed projects available for review—your opportunity to learn more, share feedback, and stay engaged in decisions that shape the future of our public lands.

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Bitterroot National Forest Projects

Bitterroot Front

This project is being conducted to address wildfire risk to communities and promote forest restoration on lands administered by the Stevensville and Darby-Sula Ranger Districts.

Bitterroot National Forest Prescribed Fire Project

The Bitterroot National Forest is proposing this project to increase the pace and scale of prescribed burning in an effort to restore fire to the landscape, improve resiliency of existing vegetation groups, improve wildlife habitats, and improve firefighter and public safety.

Lost Trail Ski Area Expansion

Lost Trail Ski area proposes to expand the parking lot and replace chairlifts #1. 2#. and #4 with high speed quad lifts. The existing chair #1 infrastructure will be moved to a new location in the beginner area where beginner runs will be cleared to provide beginner skiers more terrain options.

Sheep Creek Rare Earth Exploration Proposal

The Bitterroot National Forest received a draft initial plan of operations for the Sheep Creek Project from US Critical Materials (USCM). The Forest is working with USCM to gather additional information needed prior to moving into environmental analysis.

Project Archive

Some of our older projects can be accessed in our Project Archive.

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