About Downstream Area West
This recreation area is part of Libby Dam and Lake Koocanusa
FacilityFacilityRecreation.gov
Downstream Area West
Libby, Idaho · Lincoln County · Facility
This recreation area is part of Libby Dam and Lake Koocanusa
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48.40453, -115.31409
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Weather at Downstream Area West
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
68°/55°
💧 10%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:45 AM ↓ 9:32 PM
Sun
Light Rain
61°/53°
💧 56%🌬 6mph
↑ 5:44 AM ↓ 9:33 PM
Mon
Heavy Drizzle
57°/47°
💧 56%🌬 5mph
↑ 5:43 AM ↓ 9:34 PM
Tue
Overcast
68°/46°
💧 36%🌬 4mph
↑ 5:43 AM ↓ 9:35 PM
Wed
Light Drizzle
79°/46°
💧 3%🌬 4mph
↑ 5:42 AM ↓ 9:36 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Downstream Area West
Heading to Downstream Area West? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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