Facility Details - FREEDOM POINT PICNIC AREA, MT

Overview

Freedom Point is part of Sheepshead Mountain Recreation Area within Montana's Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. It provides a picturesque location for weddings, receptions, large family gatherings and group picnics.

Natural Features:

The area is situated in an expanse of grassy meadows and sagebrush, with several streams and a small lake, all surrounded by a dense lodgepole pine forest.

Recreation:

Freedom Point is known for its pleasant picnicking amenities for large groups. Hiking, fishing and simply enjoying nature are the most popular activities. A walkable wildlife trail provides access to Maney Lake, a small lake open to fishing. Motorized boats are not allowed on the lake. A variety of play areas, including volleyball courts, softball and baseball fields and a playground, are also available.

Facilities:

Freedom Point can accommodate up to 75 people. The accessible picnic shelter is equipped with picnic tables, grills and a large fireplace. Additional tables and grills are scattered outside the shelter. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Nearby Attractions:

The city of Butte is about 19 miles from the picnic area, with a variety of services.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Picnic Areas Accessible Picnic Shelters Accessible Sites Accessible Trails Accessible Vault Toilets Baseball Fields Birding Boating Canoeing Dock Drinking Water Fireplace Firewood Fishing	Grills Group Camping Hiking Horseshoe Pit Host Interpretive Trails Lake Access Parking Area Paved Parking Spurs Playground Softball Fields Trailheads Volleyball Courts Wildlife Viewing

Know Before You Go

Click here for more information on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest

To make reservations, contact the Butte Ranger District by calling (406) 494-2147. Reservations cannot be made online.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
46.14833, -112.46667
46°8'54"N, 112°28'0"W

From Butte, take I-15 north about 13 miles to the Elk Park Exit. Turn right off the ramp and go under the overpass to Forest Road 442 and continue driving for 6 miles. The Sheepshead Recreation Area is on your right. Freedom Point is the first entrance on your right.