Ashland

The Ashland Ranger District is located in south-central Montana. It is the largest contiguous block of Federal ownership in eastern Montana. This District has the largest grazing program of any National Forest Ranger District in the Nation. The area is rich in coal and wildlife.

Blacks Pond Picnic Area is located on the Custer National Forest in the Custer National Forest. It is in the middle of a watchable wildlife route and the pond itself is home to several different species of wildlife. There are two campsites with a handicapped accessible toilet.

Camps Pass Ski Trail consists of two loops. There is parking available at trailhead on US Highway 212.

Length: 2 km of easiest, 2 km of more difficult and 6 km of most difficult trail; no grooming.

Area Map: Custer National Forest

Community United Methodist Church offers worship on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays at 4:00pm. Fellowship follows immediately after worship. Special studies and Sunday school are offered after worship. Our pastor commutes from Hardin, the alternate worship schedule is provided.

Holiday Campground is located in Custer National Forest. There are four campsites with primitive restrooms. Water is not provided, so remember to bring your own. Maximum recommended trailer length for the area is 23 feet. Please limit your stay to 14 days. No fee is required.

Red Shale Campground is located in the Custer National Forest in southeast Montana. At an elevation of 3000 feet, it encompasses an area of 5 acres. It is a basic campground with primitive restrooms and 14 campsites. Pets are allowed. The maximum trailer length is 32 feet.