Wildfire spotted near Mount Ellis summit southeast of Bozeman
The Mount Ellis Fire, which began on May 27, 2026 near the summit of Mount Ellis southeast of Bozeman, remains minimal in size and activity, with fire spread considered unlikely.
Bozeman, Mont. — Firefighters are hiking into the Custer Gallatin National forest to reach a fire near the summit of Mount Ellis southeast of Bozeman.
Forest officials said the reported fire activity remains minimal with smoldering fuels surrounded by rock and snow.