Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument facilities transition to fall and winter operations
FORT BENTON, Mont. – As summer vacation season nears its end, Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument staff are getting ready for fall and winter operations and want to remind visitors of some important seasonal changes.
Starting Sept. 7, the Missouri Breaks Interpretive Center will adjust its seasonal operating hours to Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The MBIC will be closed on weekends and all federal holidays throughout fall and winter seasons.
On Sept. 16, seasonal motorized boating restrictions on the Upper Missouri National Wild & Scenic River will no longer be in effect. Motorized boats may travel both upstream and downstream on all 149 miles of river in the monument until June 14.
Judith Landing Campground closes on Thursday, Oct. 15. The BLM’s Left Coulee access gate leading to the Bullwhacker area closes Nov. 30. Coal Banks Landing and James Kipp campgrounds will remain open until Tuesday, Dec. 1.
Roads within the monument are subject to seasonal closures. Please, ensure you know these closures while hunting. One can purchase a printed UMRBNM transportation map at the Lewistown, Havre, and Fort Benton, Montana, BLM offices or explore the interactive online map on the monument's webpage, or download the transportation map under the Boater Guides and Maps tab.
Fall and winter can offer unique and memorable experiences for outdoor adventurers in the monument. Dispersed camping, hunting, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing represent just a few of the activities visitors engage in during these seasons. From Fort Benton to the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, the monument spans 149 miles of the Upper Missouri River and encompasses 377,000 acres of adjacent Breaks country, providing year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation, quiet exploration, and a deeper connection to the natural and cultural history of the Missouri River Breaks.
Planning a Trip? If you need advice on how to visit UMRBNM in fall and winter, call the Missouri Breaks Interpretive Center at 406-622-4000. Know before you go – review our online trip planning information and be ready to enjoy the fall season in the monument!
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