Lake Koocanusa, MT

AKA: Koocanusa Reservoir

Lake Overview
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Boat Rentals
Marinas
Campgrounds & RV Parks
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Lake Koocanusa, MT

About Lake Koocanusa

The serene setting of Koocanusa Reservoir awaits your visit for a day on the water. Lake Koocanusa, situated along the Montana-Canada border, is a stunning reservoir that offers excellent outdoor activities amidst breathtaking natural scenery. Spanning over 90 miles and covering approximately 30,000 acres, it is a popular destination for anglers seeking a variety of fish species. It is located in the northwest corner of the state, with various areas with access to the bank. Many sections of the lake can only be reached via boat. Several boat launch ramps are located on either side of the lake.

Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Boat Rentals

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Abayance Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Mariners Drive, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Barron Creek Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off NF Road 333, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Libby Dam Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, at the west end of the dam, off Souse Gulch Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Peck Gulch Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Peck Gulch Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Rocky Gorge Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off State Route 37, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Tobacco Plains Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Sophie Lake Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Marinas

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Rexford Bench Campground - 406 296-2536

Peck Gulch Campground - 406 293-6211

Rocky Gorge Campground - 406 296-2536

McGillivray Campground - 406 293-7773

Yarnell Island Campground (via boat) - 406 293-7773

Tobacco River Campground - 406 293-6211

Swisher Lake Campground - 406 293-6211

Blue Mountain RV Park - 406 889-3868

Fish Species Present

The lake supports populations of largemouth bass, rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, brook trout, pumpkinseed sunfish, yellow perch, kokanee salmon and northern pike at Lake Koocanusa in Montana.