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Located
in west-central Montana, the Helena National Forest
surrounds Montana’s Capital City and offers close
to one million acres of distinctive landscapes. The
Forest is administered by District headquarters in Lincoln,
Helena, and Townsend, with the Supervisor’s Office
also located in Helena. (click
here for map)
Straddling the Continental Divide, the
Helena National Forest is rich with natural and cultural
resources (see Forest Resources link). Its diverse topography
and geology provides wonderful scenery and many recreational
opportunities. The Forest's mountain ranges contain
a wide diversity of plant and animal life. Native cutthroat
trout and other fish species populate clear mountain
lakes and streams. Evidence of past human use, ranging
from ancient Indian cliff paintings to historic mining
ruins, is everywhere.
We are committed to providing quality
visitor information, education, and community outreach
programs. Forest employees work with a variety of agencies
and conservation partners to accomplish these goals.
One partner, the Montana Discovery Foundation, was established
in 1999 to conserve and enhance natural resources on
the Helena National Forest and surrounding areas. The
Foundation focuses on education efforts to improve wildlife
habitat, watershed health, and to promote responsible
outdoor recreation ethics.
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