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There are ten free public campgrounds surrounding the Libby Montana area. These free campgrounds offer some amenities, but be sure to be camping prepared with your own potable water and firewood. All the campgrounds are located near recreation areas including popular hiking trails, fishing, and boating access points. Listed below is information and maps for the public campgrounds around Libby MT. Happy Stays!


Blackwell Flats Campground

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Blackwell Flats Campground
WEST SIDE OF THE KOOTENIA RIVER!

Blackwell Flats Campground has 7 sites and is located on the West side of the Kootenai River approx 3.5 miles downstream from Libby Dam!

(406) 293-5577 Visit Website

Access from Forest Road 228, 18 miles NE of Libby on Highway 37, then turn north at sign for Libby Dam. Dry camping. There is a boat ramp with day-use parking onsite. No drinking water but vault restrooms. All sites are gravel with some sites pull-through. Table and fire pit at each site. Large rigs will fit in the pull-throughs. Right on the Kootenai River below the dam. Very quiet. Do not use Highway 535 for access. This road is narrow and used by logging trucks that don't know how to slow down! Tour of the dam is available a few miles north of the campground.

Additional Info

  • Seasonal Operation: May-October
  • Type: National Forest
  • Fees: None
  • Waterfront: River
  • Potable Water: None
  • Toilets: Vault toilet onsite
  • Showers: No
  • Firepits: Yes
  • RV/Trailer Access: Tent, Small Trailer Sites, RV Sites
  • Boating: Boat Access Ramp
  • Dump Facilities: Yes
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