Recreation area

Big Belt Mountains

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest · Montana — managed by USDA Forest Service

First-come, first-served — no online reservations

About this campground

The Big Belt Mountains are an island range primarily in Broadwater, Lewis and Clark, and Meagher counties with small portions in Gallatin and Cascade counties. The geographic area includes the Gates of the Mountains Wilderness, the outlying Dry Range, and the small communities of York and Nelson. The nearest population center is Helena. More information on the Big Belt Mountains

Activities

  • BIKING
  • BOATING
  • CAMPING
  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING
  • HUNTING
  • PICNICKING
  • FIRE LOOKOUTS/CABINS OVERNIGHT
  • SWIMMING
  • HORSE CAMPING

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