Recreation area

Mac Donald Pass Ski Trailhead

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

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

This cross-country ski  trailhead is located just off Highway 12 on Mac Donald Pass.  It provides limited parking for skiers from December through March.

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Mac Donald Pass Ski Trailhead doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Montana campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.

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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.