Recreation area

Great Bear Wilderness

Flathead National Forest · Montana — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Great Bear Wilderness is part of the Bob Marshall Wilderness complex.  It borders Glacier National Park, the Hungry Horse Reservoir and Spotted Bear Ranger District.  The Middle Fork of the Flathead River flows through this rugged and remote area.

Activities

  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.