National Forests - Northern Region
USDA Forest Service - Northern Region
Provides information and maps on forests and grasslands in Montana, Idaho, North Dakota, and South Dakota.Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
The largest national forest in Montana includes scenic drives, and offers opportunities for camping, hiking, fishing, and a variety of winter sports.Bitterroot National Forest
Comprised of two mountain ranges separated by the Bitterroot River valley in Montana and Idaho, it offers backcountry recreation opportunities.Clearwater National Forest
Located in north central Idaho, it features mountainous scenery, an abundant habitat for wildlife, and includes several major tributaries to the Columbia River.Custer National Forest
Diverse landscape features sand dunes covered with grasslands, rugged badlands, densely wooded forests, and carpets of alpine wildflowers.Flathead National Forest
Located adjacent to Glacier National Park, its features glaciated peaks and alpine lakes, that offer visitors primitive recreational opportunities.Gallatin National Forest
The Madison, Gallatin, and Yellowstone rivers pass through the forest and are world-renowned for "blue ribbon" trout fishing.Helena National Forest
Montana's "Capital City Forest" includes mountains of the Continental Divide and spectacular alpine scenery.Idaho Panhandle National Forests
Including portions of Idaho, Montana, and Washington, it offers opportunities for camping, fishing, hunting, boating, swimming, hiking, and skiing.Kootenai National Forest
Situated in the northwest corner of Montana, it features high craggy peaks, deep canyons and mixed conifers, and is accessible via several highways.Lewis and Clark National Forest
This western Montana forest includes two distinct divisions that range from rugged mountain peaks to gently rolling hillsides.Lolo National Forest
Located in western Montana, forest includes cabins and campgrounds, and offers extensive opportunities for year-round recreation.Nez Perce National Forest
Located in north-central Idaho, it features dramatic changes in elevation, and offers opportunities for whitewater rafting, fishing, and camping.
