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2026 Press Releases

Bitterroot National Forest to conduct hazardous fuels reduction southeast of Skalkaho Hwy

Release Date: April 7, 2026
(Hamilton, MT, April 7, 2026) — The Bitterroot National Forest is planning prescribed burn operations April 8 to 10 southeast of the intersection…

Forest Installing New Bridge and Culverts on Lost Horse Road

Release Date: March 31, 2026
(Hamilton, MT, March 31, 2026) — The Bitterroot National Forest is planning to install a new bridge and replace numerous culverts this summer…

Bitterroot National Forest announces seasonal hiring for upcoming recreation season

Release Date: February 13, 2026
Hamilton, MT, February 13, 2026 — The Bitterroot National Forest is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is…

Annual Climbing Restrictions in Mill Creek Canyon

Release Date: February 4, 2026
Hamilton, Mont., February 4, 2026 - The Stevensville Ranger District implemented the Mill Creek area rock climbing closure on February 1st.  The…