Sheepshead Picnic Area

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, MT · ≈11 mi to Butte
Sites
1
Max rig
No RV sites
Pull-through
N/A
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
11 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Group day-use reservations up to 200 people
  • Day hikers and picnickers
  • Fishing day trips
  • Wildlife viewing outings
  • ADA-accessible day activities

✕ Not ideal for

  • Overnight camping
  • RVs of any size
  • Stays without vehicle access

Connectivity

Best bet: VerizonUsable LTE — good enough to stay connected · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
VerizonLTE
AT&TLTE
T-MobileLTE

What's here

1 Group Picnic AreaReserved as one unit · largest capacity: 200 people
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

This is a day-use area — no overnight camping of any kind (tent, RV, or otherwise) is available here.

Amenities & features

Amenities
Shade
Activities
Day Use AreaFishingHikingWildlife Viewing
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Tight for big rigsRig fit
Easy to reachAccess
Good amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Butte, ~11 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: USFS, FS

Overview

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: [email protected]. 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.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Primitive campground