Probably sooner rather than later, and Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks (MFWP) are beginning the arduous task of closing up shop for the season at some parks across the state. Get our free mobile appBetter Check First - Montana State Parks Begin Fall PrepMother Nature's defiance to let Old Man Winter wander into the room doesn't mean that the calendar stops ticking off days. READ MORE: Great Falls Downtown Faces Disgusting ProblemMFWP has started to limit some of the amenities that are available at state parks. Even so, many of those parks will continue to see activity as rifle season approaches and hunters will begin setting up camps. Some Montana State Parks have entered into the "off-peak season" mode until spring of 2026.