About 5,090 feet up
Dillon is at moderate altitude, about 5,090 feet. Gas appliances and dish-machine heaters work as designed, and we confirm burner settings for the elevation on the delivery call.
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Dillon, Montana Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Dillon is the Beaverhead County seat, set at about 5,100 feet on the Beaverhead River beside Interstate 15. Barretts Minerals, Barrett Hospital and HealthCare, and county government are among its largest employers, and the University of Montana Western anchors a campus community. Fishing, snowmobiling, and trips to Bannack State Park and Maverick Mountain Ski Area bring visitors through the year.
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 Dillon site.
- County
- Beaverhead County
- Elevation
- About 5,090 ft
- Typical January low
- 13°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 Dillon
January lows near 13°F
Winter nights regularly drop below freezing, with lows around 13°F. We check water-line protection and heater capacity for rentals through the cold months.
July highs near 88°F
Dillon's July highs average about 88°F. That is a normal load for our equipment, but it is enough to expose an aging walk-in cooler, which is a common reason people call us.
Delivery from Helena
About 100 miles in a straight line from our Helena warehouse. That is a regional delivery: we confirm the road route, any seasonal limits, and the timing when we quote.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Dillon
Labor Day fair and rodeo weekend
The Beaverhead County Fair rolls into Montana's Biggest Weekend, with PRCA rodeo performances, a concert, and a parade on Labor Day weekend. Caterers, concession operators, and volunteer groups can need far more cooking, prep, and dishwashing capacity than their regular kitchens were built for, and a trailer near the fairgrounds can cover that peak.
Campus or care kitchen outage
A college that began as a teacher-training school in 1892, a hospital, and county facilities all run institutional kitchens in town. If a walk-in cooler or dish machine fails during the academic year, a refrigeration trailer or dishwashing trailer can keep meal service going while the permanent equipment is repaired.
Winter closures on I-15
Blowing snow has repeatedly closed Interstate 15 between Dillon and the Idaho line, and the sheriff has advised emergency travel only during some storms. Restaurants and lodges can see sudden demand while supply trucks are delayed, which is when extra refrigeration or a temporary kitchen becomes useful.
- Fair and rodeo weekend catering capacity
- Backup kitchen for campus or hospital outages
- Emergency cooler during winter storm closures
Delivery from our Helena warehouse to Dillon
We keep equipment in Helena, the Montana capital, and plan every delivery from there. Dillon is about 100 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 Dillon
From the Helena warehouse, Interstate 15 runs south to Dillon, so the run is mostly interstate. South of town, the stretch toward the Idaho line over Monida Pass is the part that closes in blizzards. Check 511 and Beaverhead County 911 alerts before planning a winter placement.
The closest towns we serve are Twin Bridges (about 27 miles), Sheridan (27 miles), and Virginia City (34 miles).
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Dillon hit a record low of minus 42 degrees Fahrenheit on January 13, 2024, and storms have shut I-15 toward Idaho more than once. A deep freeze or road closure can interrupt deliveries and kitchens; 24/7 emergency deployment covers lost refrigeration or cooking.
Kitchen trailers available for Dillon
The kitchen line runs from a compact 24 ft trailer to a 40 ft bulk-cooking unit. Match the size to your daily meal count and menu, and check that your site can supply 220V single-phase power. The rates below are monthly starting prices, and the quote sets the final figure.
| 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 Dillon
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 Lima, Ennis, or Leadore, near Dillon.
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 Dillon 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 Dillon mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Dillon, 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 Dillon
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
Who handles mobile kitchen licensing in Beaverhead County?
Beaverhead County Environmental Health, in the courthouse in Dillon, licenses and inspects food service and mobile food operations, and its process begins with a plan review before the license application. Requirements for a rented trailer in your operation can vary, so contact the county sanitarian before you book.
Does elevation or winter weather change how a trailer is set up in Dillon?
Dillon sits near 5,100 feet and has cold, dry winters, so ask about freeze protection for water lines, heating, and fuel when planning a winter placement. Confirm utility hookups, site access, and any county requirements with the health department before delivery.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Dillon 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 Dillon 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.