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Recreation Region: Butte Ranger District

Lowland Campground and Picnic Area

Lowland Campground and Picnic Area is located approximately 20 miles north of Butte, west of Interstate 15. The campground is located near Sheepshead Recreation Area, which provides fishing opportunities at Maney Lake and is in close proximity to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.

General Information

The campground has 11 units that accommodate trailers up to 22 feet. The sites are back-in trailer sites. Tent pads are available at most sites. There are day-use picnic areas, the toilets are ADA accessible, and water is available along with garbage containers. Wood is generally able to be found within the campground area.

The campground is typically open the Friday before Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The campground is open on the shoulder season, but water and garbage are typically not available. During spring and fall the access road may be muddy or have patchy snow. 

Memorial Day through September

Open 24 hours/day

16-day stay limit. Food Storage Requirements.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $15 per night

There is a $15.00 per night fee from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

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: 46.13773

Longitude: -112.50858

Directions

From Butte, take I-15/I90 east for approximately 1 mile. Merge onto I-15 north and continue for approximately 12 miles. Take Elk Park exit (no. 138) and drive west on Forest Service road #442 (Lowland Creek Road) for approximately 6 miles and turn left onto Forest Service road #9485 for approximately 1 1/2 miles; turn left at the junction and drive approximately 1/8 mile; turn right into the campground. The gravel road is suitable for passenger vehicle access.

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

Biking Biking
Outdoor Science and Learning Outdoor Science and Learning
Picnicking Picnicking
Hiking Hiking

Biking - MountainBiking - Mountain

Viewing WildlifeViewing Wildlife

Picnicking - SinglePicnicking - Single

Day HikesDay Hikes

Last updated May 23rd, 2025