SHEEPSHEAD

Sheepshead Recreation Area is located approximately 20 miles north of Butte, west of Interstate 15 and provides opportunities for day use picnicking and fishing at Maney Lake. It is also in close proximity to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. There are two pavilions overlooking Maney Lake and Sheepshead Mountain that can be rented for family and business events including weddings, reunions, etc. Paved trails and accessible tables with grills are available at each site. Maney Lake Picnic Area has three tables available for individual picnics. Sheepshead Pavilion can accommodate up to a couple hundred people utilizing tables and picnic tables in and adjacent to the pavilion the site also includes a volleyball court and horseshoe pits. Freedom Point Pavilion can comfortably accommodate up to 50 people and has two grills and a fireplace. A Watchable Wildlife interpretation trail begins at the Freedom Point Pavilion. Access to Maney Lake is available from each site the 15 acre lake is popular for fishing. Canoes are welcome however, motorized boats are not allowed. There is a paved/gravel trail around the lake with dispersed areas to fish. Sites are reservable by calling the Butte Ranger District.