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Moose Creek
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Lewis And Clark National Forest, Belt Creek Ranger District, Little Belt Mountains, Rocky Mountains, Allan Creek, Allan Park, Indian Creek, Island Park, Crescent Park, Calf Creek Cabin |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
This part of the Lewis And Clark National Forest has about 20 miles of technical single track trails. The terrain is mostly hard packed and there are many sections that follow narrow ridgetops with some steep and rugged climbs and descents.
The trails are generally open for riding from July through mid October except for Trail 711 which opens around July through August. Camping can be found at Moose Creek Campground, which borders a pleasant creek. The campground is primitive but drinking water and a vault toilet are provided. The campground has six sites that are available on a first come, first serve basis.
A recently remodeled cabin rental is just a short distance away which can sleep up to six people. Amenities includes basic cooking utensils, propane lights and cookstove plus a wood stove (firewood included). The cabin has electric outlets but no electricity, but a generator is permitted and can be hooked up to the cabin. There is no direct offroad access from the cabin but the trailheads are just a short distance away.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Montana OHV Permit |
| Dates Open | July 1 - October 14 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | A non-resident temporary registration sticker is required. (As of March 2020, Montana no longer honors stickers from any other states.) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on the trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Moose Creek Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | White Sulpher Springs, MT | ||
| Address | Moose Creek Road, White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645 | ||
| From: White Sulpher Springs, MT
1) Take Hwy 89 North about 15 miles 2) Turn left (west) onto Sheep Creek Road, continue about 6 miles (road name changes to Moose Creek Road) 3) Campground is on the left (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Lewis And Clark National Forest - Belt Creek Ranger District 4234 US Highway 89 North Neihart, MT 59465 (406) 236-5100 mailroom_r1_lewis_and_clark@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 12,800 acres (20 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 20 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 5850 to 7400 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills | Many | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Many | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Mostly |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 20-30 Miles (S) | Town Pump (406) 547-3310 |
| Diesel | 20-30 Miles (S) | Town Pump (406) 547-3310 |
 Water | On Site | Moose Creek Campground (406) 236-5100 |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (S) | Conestoga Campground (406) 547-3890 |
 RV Disposal | 20-30 Miles (S) | Conestoga Campground (406) 547-3890 |
| Campground | On Site | Moose Creek Campground (406) 236-5100 |
 Conv Store | 20-30 Miles (S) | Town Pump (406) 547-3310 |
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