Freedom Point Picnic Area
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest — fishing, hiking
Location: BUTTE, MT, MT
Price: From $50 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (1 reviews)
Season: May through October
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 accomodate groups larger than 75, with a group maximum of 100 people. It includes picnic tables, barbecue grills and water.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/freedom-point-picnic-area to be notified when sites open up.
Small, peaceful campground with sites spaced for privacy and nearby trails for exploration. Highly rated by campers (4.9/5 stars) who appreciate the quiet atmosphere and access to hiking and fishing.
Wildlife alert: Bald Eagle, Dusky Grouse, Northern Flicker, House Sparrow, American Red Squirrel, Muskrat, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake observed in the area.
Insider tips for Freedom Point Picnic Area: Book early — this is a federal campground with limited sites (1 site listed) and high demand. Visit on weekdays in July for solitude; one camper reported being alone with only one other camper present. Nearby ATV trails are popular — expect trail traffic during peak times.
Skip Freedom Point Picnic Area if: You need electrical hookups — no hookups available at sites and generator required if electricity needed.. You prefer quieter areas without motorized vehicle activity — ATVs frequently use nearby trails..
Best time to visit Freedom Point Picnic Area: June-September — Seasonal operations May through October; July visits showed minimal crowding on weekdays with calm conditions..
Nearby campgrounds: Sheepshead Picnic Area (BUTTE, MT), Kading Cabin (HELENA, MT), High Rye Cabin (BUTTE, MT), Fleecer Station (BUTTE, MT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Freedom Point Picnic Area
Cell signal at Freedom Point Picnic Area (BUTTE, MT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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 accomodate groups larger than 75, with a group maximum of 100 people. It includes picnic tables, barbecue grills and water.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with limited sites (1 site listed) and high demand.
Visit on weekdays in July for solitude; one camper reported being alone with only one other camper present.
Nearby ATV trails are popular
expect trail traffic during peak times.
Seasonal operations May through October; July visits showed minimal crowding on weekdays with calm conditions.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Butte, take I-15/I-90 east for approximately 1 mile. Merge onto I-15 north and continue for approximately 12 miles. Take the Elk Park exit (no. 138) and drive west on Forest Service road #442 (Lowland Creek Road) for approximately 6 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service road #9485 and continue for approximately 2 miles. Turn right at the junction (Freedom Point) and drive approximately 1/8 mile. The road is a gravel road suitable for passenger vehicle access.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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