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Lee Metcalf Wilderness

Established as part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in November 1983, the Lee Metcalf Wilderness consists of 259,000 acres distributed across the Madison Range in southwest Montana. The wilderness contains four separate units. The Bear Trap Canyon unit of 6,000 acres is administered by the Bureau of Land Management. The other three units are administered by the Forest Service and are in the Gallatin and Beaverhead-Deerlodge national forests. The three are Spanish Peaks, 76,000…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 45.112939, -111.497377

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Bear Creek Cabin (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, MT)
  • Bear Creek Bunkhouse (Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, MT)
  • YELLOW MULE CABIN
  • Storey Ditch Boat Launch
  • Palisades Campground
  • Palisades Day Use

Frequently asked questions

Is Lee Metcalf Wilderness reservable?

Lee Metcalf Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Lee Metcalf Wilderness?

See the map for Lee Metcalf Wilderness's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Lee Metcalf Wilderness?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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