Sheepshead Recreation Area

  • Mailing Address
  • 1820 Meadowlark Lane
  • Butte, MT 59701
  • Contact Information
  • Phone: 406-494-2147
  • Fax: 406-494-0269

Sheepshead Recreation Area is an expanse of grassy meadows and sagebrush, with several streams and a small lake all surrounded by lodgepole pine forest. The recreation area includes pavilions, picnic tables, barbecue grills, horseshoes, a fishing pier, nature trail, a volleyball court, ball fields, and paved trails.

The picnic shelter can be rented for weddings, family reunions, and picnics by calling the Butte Ranger District. Reservations can be made June 15 through Labor Day.

Area Activities

  • Hiking
  • Lake Fishing
  • Nature
  • Nature Area
  • Outdoor Activity
  • Picnicking
  • Stream Fishing
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Bird Watching
  • Environmental
  • Fishing

Services And Amenities

  • Campsite
  • Parking
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Toilets
  • Trail
  • Water

Driving Directions

Travel 8 miles north of Butte off Interstate 15, take Elk Park exit and drive west 13 miles on Forest Service Road 442.

Season / Hours Of Operation

  • Season
  • 6/15 - 9/15