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Fire Prompts Evacuation of Makoshika State Park Near Glendive

MAKOSHIKA STATE PARK, DAWSON COUNTY, MONTANA, JUL 3 – A fast-moving wildfire has scorched over 200 acres at Montana's largest state park, causing evacuations and destruction amid hot, dry conditions and gusty winds, officials said.

  • Firefighters battled a large wildfire that ignited on the evening of Wednesday, July 2, in Makoshika State Park southeast of Glendive, Montana.
  • The fire started amid hot temperatures and gusty winds, causing fast, unpredictable spread and prompting road and facility closures throughout the park.
  • Emergency sirens sounded around 5:15 p.m. as crews and additional resources deployed, while voluntary evacuations and public alerts urged residents to stay alert.
  • As of Thursday morning, the fire scorched about 200 acres; officials stated the cause remains unknown and community members have stepped up with aid and donations.
  • The wildfire closed most of Montana’s largest state park, with visitors turned away and restoration efforts underway, supported by local nonprofits matching donations.
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Fire prompts evacuation of Makoshika State Park near Glendive

All roads, trails, campgrounds, day-use areas and other facilities are closed and visitors will be turned away.

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KTVQ broke the news in on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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