Rules & Permits
Please report violations or vandalism to the Flathead Ridge Ranch Security Team or the Montana FWP - contact information can be found here.
"If you see something, say something!"
Road Restrictions
FRR restricts the motorized access permitted on FRR lands to protect wildlife security; prevent sedimentation from logging roads; reduce the spread of noxious weeds; and protect our private land assets. The following rules apply:
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All off-road motorized vehicle use is PROHIBITED. This includes the use of motorcycles, electronic bicycles, snowmobiles, 4 wheelers, ATV’s, UTV’s and OHV’s.
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A gate, whether open or closed, with no signage stating otherwise, is a year-round closure to all motorized vehicles
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Road restrictions apply behind unmarked gates, even if the gate is vandalized or open
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Gates must not be blocked at any time. Administrative, contractor or emergency traffic may need to pass through. Vehicles blocking a gate may be towed at the vehicle owner's expense
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Behind gates and barriers - walking, use of non-motorized bicycles and riding horses is allowed; no motorized vehicles
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Road use is restricted with gates, barricades, earthen barriers, and/or signs. These restrictions may be on roads owned by FRR or on roads that are cooperatively managed with adjacent landowners. A cooperative road management sign identifies the intended restriction
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For the road to be open behind a gate, it must be specifically designated as "Open" or show a "Seasonal" open sticker or sign
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An earthen barrier is considered a "Closure" to all motorized vehicles
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Hunting or transportation of hunters or game with commercial vehicles is prohibited behind any road closure
Hunting Restrictions
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Big Game hunting, as defined by published Montana FWP Hunting regulations is allowed. *Regulations and limits are set by the Montana FWP Hunting regulations*
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Mountain Lion Houndsmen must register with FRR; contact Stan Ottosen for more information
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Hunting of gophers with firearms is prohibited on FRR lands
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Baiting, chasing of black bears and other bears with hounds/dogs is prohibited on FRR lands
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Baiting and hunting of wolves at night is prohibited on FRR lands; trapping of wolves is prohibited
Camping Rules
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All camping is limited to 7 days, and you must move off FRR property at the end of 7 days
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Propane firepits only, no camp fires allowed on all FRR property
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Pack out all garbage and leave campsite clean
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No dumping of human waste, sewage, or grey water
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Avoid polluting with human waste, please pack it out with you
Woodcutting
*Permit Required*
Firewood cutting is allowed on FRR property by permit only. Permits may be purchased at the American Forest Management office Tuesday through Thursday from 7am to 3:30pm. The AFM office is located at 2050 US 2 West, Kalispell, MT 59901. Please contact Caleb Deitz (cdeitz@flatheadridgeranch.com) for more information.