Low elevation, about 3,690 feet
Bridger is near sea level in terms of cooking, so appliances run as rated. The planning questions are power, water, and drainage, which we work through with you.
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Bridger, Montana Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Bridger lies on US 310 at about 3,685 feet, with the Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River running along its east side. The Pryor Mountain Wind Project, completed in late 2020 southeast of town, brought energy construction to Carbon County. Food-service demand comes from a K-12 school, agriculture, and project and seasonal crews.
We rent mobile kitchen trailers, dishwashing trailers, and emergency refrigeration trailers as short-term rentals or long-term leases. Call any hour or request availability and a quote for your Bridger site.
- County
- Carbon County
- Elevation
- About 3,690 ft
- Typical January low
- 20°F
- Typical July high
- 88°F
Elevation from the Open-Meteo elevation model. Temperatures are averages for January lows and July highs in 2022 to 2024, from Open-Meteo reanalysis data.
What the conditions mean for a rental in Bridger
January lows near 20°F
Bridger sees January lows near 20°F, cold enough to threaten exposed water lines. We confirm insulated connections and a freeze plan when we quote a winter term.
July highs near 88°F
Warm summers, with highs near 88°F, push refrigeration harder and make a hot cooking line uncomfortable. We plan ventilation and ask where the trailer can sit in shade.
Delivery from Helena
Bridger is roughly 175 miles from Helena, within regional reach. The final road conditions and delivery window are confirmed with you before anything ships.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Bridger
Energy-project crew support
A wind project about 12 miles southeast of Bridger began construction in December 2014 and was completed in late 2020. Similar energy, transmission, or construction work needs large crews fed at remote sites, where a kitchen trailer plus shower, restroom, and sleeper units can serve a temporary camp.
Extreme-heat refrigeration failures
Bridger has recorded temperatures as high as 112°F, and its semi-arid climate averages about 11.5 inches of precipitation a year. In extreme heat a walk-in cooler can fail under load, and a refrigeration trailer can protect stock at a restaurant, school, or care facility until repairs are complete.
School and heritage gatherings
Bridger's K-12 school fields Class C teams, and the Carbon County Historical Society has run a walking tour of the town. Organizers hosting a tournament, reunion, or fundraiser meal can bring in a kitchen trailer instead of relying on a single hall kitchen.
- Wind and energy project crew camp meals
- Extreme-heat refrigeration emergency backup
- School and community event catering
Delivery from our Helena warehouse to Bridger
We keep equipment in Helena, the Montana capital, and plan every delivery from there. Bridger is about 175 miles from the warehouse as the crow flies; the actual road route, timing, and any permits are confirmed when we quote.
Getting a trailer to Bridger
From Helena, reach I-90 and head east to the US 310 exit, then take US 310 south through farmland to Bridger. The highway meets Montana 72 near town. The route crosses open country, so check Montana DOT road reports for winter wind and snow before sending a long trailer.
The closest towns we serve are Fromberg (about 7 miles), Joliet (13 miles), and Red Lodge (18 miles).
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Bridger's recorded temperatures range from 112°F to -37°F, so both heat and deep cold can stress refrigeration and heating. A 24/7 emergency deployment could supply interim cooking, dishwashing, or cold storage when a commercial kitchen fails.
Kitchen trailers available for Bridger
Choose among nine trailers, 24 ft to 40 ft, by the number of meals and the equipment your menu calls for. Most run on 220V single-phase service. Each price is a monthly starting rate; the quote confirms price, term, and delivery.
| Trailer | Cooking equipment | Also on board | Power | Starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 26 ft Baby Bulk Kitchen | Confirmed at quote | 3-compartment sink, Handwashing sink, Prep table, Mop sink, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | Price by quote |
| 28 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 38 ft Mobile Kitchen | Deep fryer, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Combo Kitchen | Deep fryers, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | $10,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Combo Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $10,995 / month |
| 38 ft All Electric Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | Price by quote |
Specifications come from the model descriptions supplied for each trailer. The unit assigned to your rental is confirmed at quote.
Dishwashing and refrigeration for Bridger
Add a dishwashing trailer and refrigeration to complete the temporary kitchen. Each card shows its monthly starting price. The same setup works for a school, clinic, or restaurant in Frannie, Laurel, or Columbus, near Bridger.
22-26 ft Low-Temperature Dish Trailer
A push-through low-temperature dishwasher with a soil tray, scraping table, and three-compartment sink.
Starting from $4,995 / month
38 ft Conveyor Dish Trailer
A conveyor-type dishwasher with prep, storage, and a water heater, for the busiest dish rooms.
Starting from $6,995 / month
12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
A small refrigerated trailer for a restaurant or store walk-in that has stopped cooling.
Starting from $1,895 / month
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
More cold storage for a hospital, school, or hotel that lost its walk-in.
Starting from $1,895 / month
How a rental works
Rentals run by the month, with short-term and long-term options. Delivery, setup, and pickup are coordinated for your site. An inquiry does not reserve equipment; a person confirms availability, delivery time, and terms with you. Hours: open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup usually takes about five hours for kitchens and dishwashing trailers and about one hour for refrigeration units, and an inquiry is the first step, not a reservation.
Why choose Simply Indians
A closed kitchen does not stop anyone from being hungry. Dependable Bridger mobile kitchen rentals, backed by people who answer the phone, keep meals on schedule while the permanent kitchen is out.
Accelerated Deployment
Delivery and setup of Bridger mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Bridger, with timing confirmed at quote.
24/7 Emergency Service
(888) 385-5513 is answered all day and all night. If a cooler fails at 2 a.m., that is the number to call.
End-to-End Project Support
One team helps choose the trailer, plans the hookups, and collects it when the job is done.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Terms run from a single week to a long lease, matched to how long your own kitchen will be out of service.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Commercial-grade cooking, dishwashing, and refrigeration equipment built for daily institutional use.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Site access, placement, power, water, and wastewater are checked before the trailer is on the road.
Why clients trust us
Our customers run commercial and institutional kitchens, including hospitals, schools, government and military sites, hotels, correctional facilities, and caterers. What we promise is what we can confirm: someone answering the phone at any hour, coordinated delivery and setup, and a written quote that states terms before you agree to anything.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Bridger
Lost cold storage, a fire or flood in the kitchen, or a failed dish-room inspection can all call for a trailer fast. Phone us, and we start working out the replacement while you gather the address and power details.
Frequently asked questions
Which health agency covers a food trailer in Carbon County?
Local authorities typically handle mobile and temporary food operations. Contact the Carbon County health department about licensing before you serve food, and describe your site, water source, and how long the trailer will be in place so they can tell you what applies.
Can a crew camp be set up near an energy project site?
Possibly, if the landowner and project operator agree and utilities are arranged. Ask the county about permits for a temporary camp, plus water, wastewater, and power requirements. We can help match kitchen, shower, restroom, and sleeper units to crew size, subject to site conditions.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Bridger in an emergency?
Call (888) 385-5513 at any hour and we begin planning on that call. Trailers leave from our Helena warehouse, and the delivery time to Bridger depends on the equipment and the road, which we confirm in your quote.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. An inquiry starts the conversation only. Nothing is held until we have confirmed availability, delivery time, and terms with you.
Get a quote
Send what you know and a person will reply with availability and terms. It helps to have these ready:
- The job site city and state, and the delivery address if you have it.
- Your start date and how long you expect to need the trailer.
- How many people you serve per meal, and the type of service.
- Power available at the site (voltage, phase, amps) and water and wastewater connections.
- Where the trailer will sit, and any gate, slope, or overhead limits.
Emergency? Call (888) 385-5513. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.