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Is target shooting allowed in Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest right now?
Open Generally yes, with rules
No forest-wide fire restrictions reported (Montana fire restrictions layer).
No forest-wide fire restrictions reported (Montana fire restrictions layer).
Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 2:31 PM MT
Official source: Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest →
Verify before you go. Fire restrictions and closures can change daily. Confirm with the managing agency and follow posted signs. This page is not legal advice.
Status signals we checked
- Montana fire restrictions layer: no fire restrictions
Mapped ranges, closures and restriction zones
| Name | Type | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest (forest-wide fire restriction status) | Fire restriction zone | Open | No forest-wide fire restrictions reported (Montana fire restrictions layer). source |
Shooting-related orders and alerts
- Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition: This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
General rules
- Target shooting is allowed on national forests unless an area is closed or restricted by order.
- No shooting within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, developed recreation area or occupied area.
- No shooting across or on a forest road or body of water, or into caves.
- No tracer or incendiary ammunition. Exploding targets are restricted or prohibited on many forests.
- Use a safe backstop, don't attach targets to trees or structures, and pack out all targets, cans, bottles and brass.
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