Upper Missouri Breaks planning
Upper Missouri Breaks permits & access
What you need before you go, straight from the managing agency — with the verification date on every claim.
No permit required
No fee or lottery for private groups under 20, but self-registration at the launch point is mandatory for all river users — it is the BLM's only safety record that you are on the river.
Official permit source: BLM — Upper Missouri River Breaks FAQ ↗ · Verified 2026-09-15
Closures & advisories: BLM — plan your visit ↗
Access points
- Fort Benton (river mile 0)
- Coal Banks Landing (river mile 41.5)
- Judith Landing (river mile 88.5)
- James Kipp Recreation Area (river mile 149)