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Lowland Campground and Picnic Area.

General information.

Region: Region 3--Southwest.
Dominant Setting: mountain, forest.
Location: From Butte travel North on Interstate 15 for 8 miles. Take Elk Park exit and continue west for 6 miles on Forest Road 442, turn left on Forest Road 9485 and continue 1.5 miles to the campground.
Manager: USDA Forest Service.
Amenities: pit toilets, trash containers, drinkable water.
There is a use fee at this location.
Pets are allowed (on leash).

Available Activities.

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Accessible activities: none.
Non-accessible activities: camping, picnicking.

General access route information.

Route name: Campsite #2.
Access route surface: gravel, dirt, stable.
Access route dimensions: maximum running slope of 3%, maximum cross slope of 2%, tread obstacles up to 1.5 inches.

Location pictures.

1: Picture 1--Entry sign.

2: Picture 2--Small group picnic area.

3: Picture 3--Accessible latrine located in the picnic area.

4: Picture 4--Campsite #2, typical of the campsites.

User comments about this location.

1: On Thursday, September 5, 2013, USFS wrote:
This campground is a perfect place for outdoor enthusiasts and those with children not far from Butte. There is a nice day use area with spaces for games and other outdoor activities.

2: On Thursday, September 5, 2013, USFS wrote:
Area can be reserved - call Butte Ranger District at 406-494-2147.

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Manager's contact information.

Managed by: USDA Forest Service.
Address: Butte Ranger District, 1820 Meadowlark Lane, P.O. Box 3840, Butte, MT 59702
Phone Number: (406) 494-2147
TDD phone number is not available.
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Information source and currentness.

Source of Information: MonTECH L. Bastian

Information Date: 9/5/2013 2:39:40 PM