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Recreation Region: Spotted Bear Ranger District

Billy Garret Memorial Bridge Access

This access site is on Forest Road #895 ( west side reservoir road) at mile marker # 55. This is a popular take out for trips originating further up the South Fork. It is also a good put in for floating the lower section of the river. Overnight camping is permitted and a vault toilet is provided.

Current Conditions
For condition information call Spotted Bear RD, 406-758-5376.

General Information

16-day stay limit.

Please see South Fork of the Flathead section of the Three Forks of the Flathead River Guide in the quick links.

Spotted Bear Ranger Station office

Address: SUMMER PHYSCIAL ADDRESS: 52 miles south of the intersection between US Highway 2 and FS Road 38 Hungry Horse, MT 59919
Phone: 406-758-5376
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Directions

To get there turn South onto Forest Road # 38 (East side reservoir road) from Hwy 2, ½ mile East of the town of Hungry Horse. Drive through the town of Martin City, after two miles the pavement ends and the East side reservoir road continues for 55 miles to its terminus at Spotted Bear Ranger Station. Near mile marker # 53 take a right onto Forest Service Road #895, the Bridge is about ¾ of a mile.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 10th, 2025