Benbow (FR 2414) in MT -- Camping Rules & Access in Montana
Benbow (FR 2414) in MT
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.13.8 of the 18.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, 9.1 miles of it dirt. Climbs 4,100 ft over 18.6 miles through 17 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 37%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~230 ft on the downhill side. Dead-end road with no mapped turnaround, so expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 3 miles in.
Mount Wood stands 4,176 ft above the site, 6.2 miles south.
Custer National Forest, Beartooth Ranger District: Camping or otherwise occupying a single site for over 16 consecutive days within a calendar year. Camping or otherwise occupying any number of sites over 32 cumulative days within a calendar year.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Custer National Forest, Beartooth Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 35–59°F, 2.2″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.