FAQs
E-bikes are permitted on National Forest System Lands in designated areas. The Forest Service classifies e-bikes as motorized vehicles (36 CFR 212.1). E-bikes are welcome on all motorized trails and roads on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. Please visit the Helena-Lewis and Clark Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for motorized trail location and information.
Dogs are allowed on the forest but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times while in developed recreation areas and on certain interpretive trails. Most other areas within the national forests do not require dogs to be on a leash, but they should be under control at all times.
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Dispersed camping refers to camping in the National Forest outside of a designated campground. You can camp on the side of main roads, follow forest access roads to more remote sites, or backpack in for several miles to find a quiet site away from any roads or people. Dispersed camping usually means no services like trash removal, and few or no facilities such as tables and fire pits, are provided. Regulations and signs in the area should be checked in advance to see if camping is allowed. Certain areas in the Bob Marshall Wilderness prohibit overnight camping.
Typically, when a new wildfire starts, we will post our first message on Facebook. New incidents are also reflected on www.mtfireinfo.org. If the incident is large and looks like it'll be ongoing for a week or more, we will post it to Inciweb. If you see a new fire start that has not been reported, please call 911. Click here to learn more.
We have 28 reservable cabins and group sites on the forest. Visit: https://www.recreation.gov/gateways/1018 to learn more and reserve your stay up to 6-month in advance.