Billy Garret Memorial Bridge Access

About Billy Garret Memorial Bridge Access

This access site is on Forest Road #895 ( west side reservoir road) at mile marker # 55. This is a popular take out for trips originating further up the South Fork. It is also a good put in for floating the lower section of the river. Overnight camping is permitted and a vault toilet is provided.

How to Get There

To get there turn South onto Forest Road # 38 (East side reservoir road) from Hwy 2, ½ mile East of the town of Hungry Horse. Drive through the town of Martin City, after two miles the pavement ends and the East side reservoir road continues for 55 miles to its terminus at Spotted Bear Ranger Station. Near mile marker # 53 take a right onto Forest Service Road #895, the Bridge is about ¾ of a mile.

Plan Your Visit to Billy Garret Memorial Bridge Access

Heading to Billy Garret Memorial Bridge Access? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)