Emmons Creek (FR 2991) in MT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Montana

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Emmons Creek (FR 2991) in MT

Flathead NF, Swan Lake Ranger District
3,997 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 10.6-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Flathead County, MT. The road serves Wild Horse Mountain.

Flathead National Forest, Swan Lake Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.

0.1 of the 10.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 0.1 miles of dirt. Climbs 1,900 ft over 10.6 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 30%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 9 switchbacks.

Blacktail Mountain stands 2,763 ft above the site, 2.7 miles southeast. The nearest town, Lakeside, is 8.6 mi off.

September normals 48–70°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Flathead National Forest, Swan Lake Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?