Established Camping
BLM Howrey Island Recreation Area
BLM Howrey Island Recreation Area near Hysham, MT, features flat terrain with open spaces and scattered trees. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, the Yellowstone River offers opportunities for fishing and boating, while the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument provides a historical site to explore.
Description
Please call the local BLM Office for current recreation site conditions and restrictions. Howrey Island Trail is damaged from river flooding. Travel at your own risk Howrey Island Recreation Area consists of approximately 592 BLM-administered acres and is in the floodplain of the Yellowstone River. This is a 'Pack In, Pack Out' area and all garbage must be removed. Some road sections may be closed due to high river flows or to protect habitat. The entire area is open to walk-in visitation, regardless of conditions. Overnight camping is permitted. No fireworks are allowed. Be mindful of seasonal and area fire restrictions.
Location
BLM Howrey Island Recreation Area is located in Montana
Directions
Howrey Island Recreation Area is located along the Yellowstone River, six miles southwest of Hysham, just off Highway 311
Coordinates
46.25221204 N
107.3404834 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Dead Swede
2 hrs 43 min away
Trail Creek/Barrys Landing - Bighorn Canyon National Rec Area
3 hrs 50 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 20 min from Billings
- 3 hrs 9 min from Bozeman
- 4 hrs 32 min from Helena
- 4 hrs 39 min from Great Falls
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
