Rexford Bench
Open for the 2026 season. Of 54 sites, 24 are reservable through Recreation.gov and 30 are first-come-first-served. Kamloops Terrace (20 sites) is also available. Note: The boat launch is currently closed. 16-day stay limit enforced.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 8:15AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow counties in effect until 9AM on 08/10/2026 An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near future. Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls are Very Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Dillon, Libby and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Butte, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Cut Bank, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Malta and Missoula are Moderate. When air quality is Very Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid any outdoor activity; everyone else should avoid prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
About
Rexford Bench Recreation Area sits at 2,470 feet elevation on the shores of Lake Koocanusa, a 46,500-acre reservoir formed by the 422-foot Libby Dam on the Kootenai River. The reservoir stretches 90 miles north into Canada with over 127 miles of shoreline. The campground occupies a scenic ponderosa pine forest and serves as a popular base for water recreation, with both high and low water boat ramps, a swimming beach, and day-use facilities. The campground features 54 sites across the main area, with an additional 20 sites at nearby Kamloops Terrace plus overflow parking. Sites are well-developed with paved spurs and roads, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets and potable water are available throughout, though no utility hookups exist. A dump station is available for an additional fee. Recreation options abound. Fishing derbies occur several times yearly targeting kokanee salmon, whitefish, rainbow, and cutthroat trout. An interpretive trail loops through the campground, while the Hoodoo Trail leads to striking sandstone formations jutting from a lake inlet. Osprey frequently fish near Libby Dam at sunset, and bald eagles hunt kokanee in the fall. The 100-mile scenic loop around the reservoir passes several waterfalls and trailheads.
Directions
From Eureka, travel north on Highway 93 for approximately 1 mile, then continue 6 miles on Highway 37.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 296-2536 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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