About 4,640 feet up
Judith Gap is at moderate altitude, about 4,640 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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Judith Gap, Montana Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Wind defines this pass at 4,643 feet in Wheatland County, where the 90-turbine Judith Gap Wind Farm, Montana's first, has produced 135 MW since the mid-2000s. The Nez Perce used the gap during their 1877 flight, and the railway station here was first named Ubet. Judith Gap School teaches preschool through 12th grade.
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 Judith Gap site.
- County
- Wheatland County
- Elevation
- About 4,640 ft
- Typical January low
- 15°F
- Typical July high
- 82°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 Judith Gap
January lows near 15°F
Winter nights regularly drop below freezing, with lows around 15°F. We check water-line protection and heater capacity for rentals through the cold months.
Cool summers, highs near 82°F
Summer highs near 82°F keep refrigeration loads light and kitchens comfortable. Wind, rain, and cool nights are the bigger planning items for an outdoor setup.
Delivery from Helena
About 110 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 Judith Gap
Wind-energy contractor crews
Judith Gap Wind Farm was Montana's first, with 90 turbines south of town. Construction and major maintenance on wind projects bring contractor crews, and if a crew is working near here, a mobile kitchen trailer plus sleeper, shower and restroom units can serve a camp away from any restaurant.
Highway closures in high wind
A December 2025 windstorm led to a reported closure of US 191 next to town because of wind-related crashes. When a highway shuts, travelers and crews can be stuck for hours, and a mobile kitchen can help a local host or agency feed people during the closure.
School kitchen backup
Judith Gap School serves students from preschool through 12th grade. If kitchen equipment fails or a renovation closes the serving line during the school year, a mobile kitchen and dishwashing trailer can keep meals going for the school until repairs are complete.
- Feeding wind-energy contractor crews
- Food service during highway closures
- School kitchen backup during repairs
Delivery from our Helena warehouse to Judith Gap
We keep equipment in Helena, the Montana capital, and plan every delivery from there. Judith Gap is about 110 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 Judith Gap
Take US 12 east from Helena to the US 191 junction, then US 191 north to Judith Gap. The pass is exposed to strong wind, and a stretch of US 191 next to town was reported closed in a December 2025 windstorm. Check MDT road reports for high-wind restrictions before hauling a tall trailer.
The closest towns we serve are Harlowton (about 17 miles), Moore (21 miles), and Hobson (23 miles).
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
A windstorm in December 2025 closed US 191 beside town after wind-related crashes. In a place where wind can shut the highway, a 24/7 emergency deployment can support a facility whose kitchen or cooler fails when road conditions make normal resupply difficult.
Kitchen trailers available for Judith Gap
Nine mobile kitchen layouts, 24 ft to 40 ft. Pick by how many meals you serve and what you cook, then confirm power: most models run on 220V single-phase service. Prices are monthly starting rates; your quote confirms the final 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 Judith Gap
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 Lewistown, Ryegate, or Stanford, near Judith Gap.
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 Judith Gap 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 Judith Gap mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Judith Gap, 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 Judith Gap
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
How does wind affect setting up a kitchen trailer here?
Wind is a daily factor at this location, and the highway has closed for wind. Ask about placement, anchoring and tie-down guidance for the specific trailer when you reserve, and follow the manufacturer's wind limits for awnings and exhaust equipment.
Which health office handles temporary food service in Wheatland County?
Montana food licenses are issued through the state but must be validated by the local health officer, and temporary permits come from the county where you operate. Call the Wheatland County health officials before your event to confirm what applies.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Judith Gap 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 Judith Gap 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.