Yarnell Island - Libby

Contact
Information

Kootenai National Forest
Libby,  MT 59923

Phone: 406-293-7773
Fax: 406-283-7531

Description

Yarnell Island is located on the Kootenai National Forest in northwest Montana, 21 miles northeast of Libby and approximately 3 miles north of Libby Dam on Lake Koocanusa. This site is accessible only by boat; during periods of drawdown from the Dam, one can walk to the island. Fishing may also be enjoyed at Yarnell Island. There are 8 campsites. Please limit your stay to 14 days. Pets are welcome, but they must be kept on leashes. There are no facilities--the only restroom was destroyed by vandals and has not been replaced.

Township 31N, Range 29W, Section 10
Area Map: Kootenai National Forest Visitors Map
USGS Map1: Alexander Mountain

Directions

From Libby, travel northeast 21 miles on Montana Highway 37. Access may be limited in spring, fall and winter due to snow.

Activities:

• Boating
• Camping
• Fishing

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