BLM to conduct repairs on Kobayashi Beach Recreation Area floating dock, temporarily limiting access
ENNIS, Mont. –The Bureau of Land Management will conduct essential maintenance on the floating dock at the Kobayashi Beach Recreation Area starting on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. To ensure public safety during this work, the boat launch, floating dock, and adjacent parking area will be closed to the public during daylight hours while repairs are underway.
The remainder of the Kobayashi Beach Recreation Area will remain open for the public use during the repair operations.
The BLM will remove the floating dock for the season in preparation for winter conditions after the repairs are complete.
Earlier this season, the floating dock and anchoring system sustained significant damage during high winds. The BLM installed a temporary anchoring system to maintain access to the dock through the summer. Crews will install improved anchors designed to increase holding capacity and provide long-term durability better suited to the inclement weather conditions on Ennis Lake.
Additional boat launch access is available at Clute’s Landing, located 5.5 miles from Kobayashi Beach on Ennis Lake. Clute’s Landing is intended for smaller motorized vessels and may not be suitable for all watercraft.
This project is made possible with direct support from NorthWestern Energy and the Missouri-Madison River Fund, helping to improve visitor safety, accessibility, and long-term cost efficiency.
For questions, please contact the Dillon Field Office at 406-683-8000.
The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.