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Sheepshead Picnic Area
FSU.S. Forest Service — BUTTE · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest |
| Location | BUTTE · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest · 46.15556, -112.46500 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group picnic area |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Fees are based on group size: $75 per day for groups 1-50 $125 per day for groups 51-100 $200 per day for groups 101-200 |
| Check-in / out | In 8:00 AM · Out 10:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Sheepshead Pavilion is available for reservations for private gatherings from mid-June through Labor Day weekend. The pavilion will accommodate about 200 people. It includes picnic tables, barbecue grills and water. There is no electricity to the pavilion, if electricity is needed please bring a generator.
Fees are based on group size:
$75 per day for groups 1-50
$125 per day for groups 51-100
$200 per day for groups 101-200
With a 2+ day reservation, overnight use may be granted, but only with prior approval. For more information on fees or overnight use please call the Butte Ranger District at (406) 494-2147 during regular business hours or email Scott Forman: scott.forman@usda.gov.
Recreation Recreational opportunities at Sheepshead include horseshoe pits, nature trails, volleyball courts, ball field and a paved walking trail. All pavilion picnic tables must be returned to their original location, if moved. All trash must be placed in a trash reciptical before vacanting the facility; no personal items can be left behind.
Facilities Handicapped Accessible
Natural Features
Nearby Attractions
Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (406) 494-2147.
Directions, from the listing
From Butte, take I-15/I-90 east for approximately 1 mile. Merge onto I-15 north and continue for approximately 12 miles. Take the Elk Park exit (no. 138) and drive west on Forest Service road #442 (Lowland Creek Road) for approximately 6 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service road #9485 and continue for approximately 2 miles. Turn left at the junction (Freedom Point) and drive approximately 1/8 mile; the campground is on the right. The road is a gravel road suitable for passenger vehicle access.
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Trip Card — Sheepshead Picnic Area
BUTTE · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | BUTTE · Montana · Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest |
| Fees | Fees are based on group size: $75 per day for groups 1-50 $125 per day for groups 51-100 $200 per day for groups 101-200 |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234394 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.