Biking

There are numerous designated roads and trails on the Helena National Forest that provide mountain bike opportunities. Existing routes located on all three Ranger Districts offer enjoyable biking in a variety of mountain settings.

Cabins

There are seven administrative cabins available for public use on the Helena National Forest. These rustic cabins, rented for a small fee, offer a unique opportunity for primitive lodging.

Campgrounds and Picnic Areas

The Helena National Forest has several developed sites including family and group campgrounds. Most campgrounds are managed as fee sites open to the public from Memorial Day through mid-September.

Trails

The Helena National Forest manages over 1,000 miles of designated trails. These routes provide a variety of challenge and opportunities for activities such as: horseback riding, OHV use, hiking, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

Sightseeing

Hiking and driving for pleasure are two of the most popular recreation activities on the Helena National Forest. They both provide excellent opportunities to view the abundant wildlife and spectacular scenery located throughout the Forest.

Special Places Guide
A Travel and Tourism Planner's Guide to Your National Forests

Visit our Northern Region
Lewis and Clark Bicentennial
web site!

Nat'l Historic Trails
Information on the nation's trails to help you plan a trip.

America's Outdoors

Nat'l Scenic Byways On-Line
Information on Scenic Byways (drives) throughout the Nation.

Effective March 1, 2006, cabin and lookout rentals can be made through

National Park Service

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is a national non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and inspiring responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships. Leave No Trace builds awareness, appreciation and respect for our wildlands.

Nature Watch
This site offers information on nature viewing for children, K-6, and all outdoors people.

Conservation Education
For educators and public about conservation education activities and dates, resources, and contacts.

National Forest Foundation
Engaging America in the care of our national forests.

Passport in Time (PIT) is a volunteer archaeology and historic preservation program of the USDA Forest Service (FS).