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Benchmark Campground
Area Status: Open
Benchmark Camping area is located approximately 30 miles west of Augusta, Montana. It has 25 campsites and available from Summer until Fall.
Bears may frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers and remove all food from area after eating. Mandatory food storage is required.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | Call the Rocky Mountain Ranger District for information regarding reservations for large groups. |
|---|---|
| Area Amenities: | Accessible,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking |
| Fees: | $10/night for single unit & $5/night for extra vehicle |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Busiest Season: | Mid-Summer |
| Restrictions: | Follow food storage regulations, and pay attention to fire danger warnings. |
| Closest Towns: | Augusta, Montana |
| Water: | Water Available |
| Restroom: | Toilet Available |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Augusta Information Center - 406-562-3247 Rocky Mountain RD - 406-466-5341 |
General Information
Directions: From Augusta, go west on Forest Road 235 about 30 miles.Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 25 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
River and Stream Fishing
Horse Camping
Horse Riding
Big Game Hunting
Picnicking
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | 35' Max in 15 Units |
|---|---|
| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Parking: | $5 per night for extra vehicle |
| Toilets: | |
| Fee charged for some activities: | $10 per night for camp space |
| Accessible: | Toilets are accessible. |
| Drinking water: |
Highlights
- Hunters With Disabilities
These maps show access routes for hunters with disabilities that are licensed as required by the State of Montana. Access requirements and specifics are defined in the first page of this brochure.
Location
Latitude :
47.48583333
Longitude :
-112.8808333
