Federal campground in Helena, MT.
Moose Creek Group Use Area sits in forested mountain terrain 14.5 miles and about 20 minutes west of Helena, Montana. Moose Creek is on public land managed by the Helena Ranger District and is just below the Continental Divide National Scenic (CDNST) trail. There are spectacular views of surrounding country encompassing meadows, timbered slopes, and mountains. The site is available for rental from June 1 to October 15 each year. Hikers and backpackers can access the CDNST from the Switchback Ridge trail which takes off just north of the site. This is a non-motorized trail with spectacular views and a variety of terrain, open to mountain bikers, stock users, backpackers and day hikers. The trail transitions through thick forest to above tree line and offers spectacular views both east and west of the Continental Divide. Tenmile creek is a stream located just 11.4 miles from Helena. The…