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Meriwether Picnic Area
Meriwether offers 10 picnic tables, picnic shelter, boat dock, water, toilets, and garbage containers. Meriwether is a wonderful place to spend the day picnicking, fishing, boating and swimming. Meriwether also offers commercial boat tours and access to the gates of the mountains.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Facilities are closed as of September 25, 2024 and will reopen in May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Fees: | No Fee |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Closest Towns: | Helena |
| Water: | No Potable Water Available |
| Restroom: | 1 Vault Toilet |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:Located adjacent to the Missouri River. Take I-15 north from Helena approximately 15 miles to the Gates of the Mountains highway exit. Tour boat and private boat access is available at the privately operated Gates of the Mountains Boat Club.
Accessibility:
Closed for season, will reopen in 2024 prior to Memorial Day
Activities
Sand Play
Picnicking
Boating - Non-Motorized
Swimming
Highlights
- Hunters With Disabilities
These maps show access routes for hunters with disabilities that are licensed as required by the State of Montana. Access requirements and specifics are defined in the first page of this brochure.
Location
