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BLM Montana/Dakotas

The Bureau of Land Management Montana/Dakotas manages about 8.3 million acres of federal lands and about 47.2 million acres of federal mineral estate in the three states of Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Spotlight News & Announcements

This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM.

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Open Prairie Wild Horse Adoption Event
- Announcement
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BLM Billings Field Office Completes Dilworth Creek Riparian Restoration Project
Blog Entry
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BLM, Forever Branded to Host Wild Horse and Burro Adoption Event at Stoltz Ranch
- Announcement
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BLM implements restrictions at Carbella Recreation Site due to grizzly bear activity
Announcement
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BLM Butte Field Office seeks written bids for proposed timber sale
Announcement
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BLM reminds public lands visitors to be Bear Aware as spring and summer bear activity increases
Press Release

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Montana-Dakotas Offices

Click on the offices to view contact information and the latest regional news.
BLM Montana-Dakotas interactive administrative boundaries map
Click on the offices to view contact information and the latest regional news.
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Pompeys Pillar is located outside of Billings, Mont.
Pompeys Pillar National Monument
Garnet Ghost Town is located outside of Missoula, Mont.
Garnet Ghost Town
Upper Missouri Breaks
Upper Missouri River Breaks
Bear Trap Wilderness Area
Bear Trap Wilderness

Featured Places

Check out the sections below for recreation activities in Montana-Dakotas.

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Energy and Minerals

Learn more about the BLM Montana & Dakota Energy and Minerals Program including documents, leasing, and forms.
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Recreation

Discover trails and enjoy recreational programs like hiking or mountain biking on public lands.
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Planning and NEPA

View our plans and NEPA documents in development.
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Montana National Monuments

Visit Montana National Monuments including monuments, scenic and historic trails, rivers, and more.
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Rangeland Management

Visit BLM Montana & Dakota's rangeland management page for guidelines for grazing allotments.
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Forestry

Visit the BLM Forests and Woodlands Program to learn more about timber sales, permits, and more.
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