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Recreation Region: Butte Ranger District

Freedom Point Picnic Area

Freedom Point Pavilion is available for reservations for private gatherings from early June through Labor Day weekend. The pavilion will accommodate up to 50 people, but there are also several tables near the pavilion to accommodate groups larger than 75, with a group maximum of 100 people. It includes picnic tables, barbecue grills and water. There is no electricity to the pavilion, if electricity is needed, please bring a generator. With a 2-plus day reservation, overnight use may be granted, but only with prior approval.  

Recreational opportunities at Freedom Point include horseshoe pits, nature trails, volleyball courts, a 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 receptacle before vacating the facility; no personal items can be left behind.

 

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

The pavilion can be reserved by calling the Ranger District at (406) 494-2147.

General Information

  • This area cannot accommodate RVs/Trailers.
  • Trash Pick up: Yes

June

Mid June through Labor Day

Group Site Day Use:
$75 per day (50 people)
$125 per day (51 - 100 people)

The fee for use of the pavillion is $75/day for 50 people and $125/day for 51 to 100 people.

Butte Ranger District office building

Address: 1820 Meadowlark Butte, MT 59701
Phone: 406-494-2147
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.14997

Longitude: -112.46724

Directions

From Butte travel north on I-15 for 8 miles. Take the Elk Park exit, then drive west 8 miles on Forest Road 442.

 

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

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Last updated May 30th, 2025