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Benchmark

Benchmark is located near Augusta in the Lewis and Clark National Forest, featuring forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the Sun River and the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex.

Description

National Forest

Lewis and Clark National Forest

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.

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Location

Benchmark is located in Montana

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Directions

In Augusta, MT, take County Rt. 435 for 0.3 miles to Fishing Access, Bean Lake sign (Eberl St.). Turn right onto Eberl St. (which becomes Laurel St. almost immediately and then Forest Rt. 235) and go 14.7 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left (following Benchmark sign) and go 15.4 miles to Benchmark campground sign. Turn left and go 0.3 miles to campground.

Coordinates

47.4860006 N
112.881 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

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  • WiFi
    Unknown
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Jul. 25, 2022

Access two wilderness areas from once campsite

Benchmark campground allows the hiker or horse rider access to two wilderness areas from the adjacent trail head.  This 25 site campground is set up for camping with or with out horses.  The area has several horse corrals and parking for horse trailers.  Some of the campsites are right next to the horse corrals, but many are far from those corrals.  Each site features a picnic table and metal fire ring.  Sites are well spread apart.  Cost is $10 per night, plus $5 more for a second vehicle.  Campground has two water pumps and vault toilets.  The adjacent trail head is for Straight Creek Trail #212, which will have you in the Bob Marshall Wilderness in a matter of minutes, and if you continue down the trail you will enter the  Scapegoat Wilderness.

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  • Review photo of Benchmark by Dexter I., July 25, 2022
  • Review photo of Benchmark by Dexter I., July 25, 2022
  • Review photo of Benchmark by Dexter I., July 25, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Benchmark?

    Benchmark allows vehicles up to 30 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Benchmark?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Benchmark, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Benchmark have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Benchmark does not have wifi.