Cave Point Group Use Area Near Helena, MT

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About Cave Point Group Use Area

Cave Point Group Use Shelter is located at the very north end of Canyon Ferry Reservoir, 30 mi east of Helena, Montana, along Highway 284. Cave Point offers year-round access to a wide range of recreational opportunities. The Canyon Ferry area has a rich mining history. Cave Point is named for one of the first settlements in the area, Cavetown. Visitors to the shelter can envision the original horse drawn ferry crossing that transported miners across the mighty Missouri River to work the mining camps.

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What Guests Are Saying

Cave Point Group Use Area offers a fantastic location with stunning views and easy access to swimming and boating activities. Visitors appreciate the scenic beauty of the area. Overall, it's a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Laurie T

July 17, 2026

The site location is great with beautiful views and access to swimming/boating.

Debbie M

January 16, 2020

This area was excellent for a group of people. it was so close to the lake you just needed to walk a couple feet to be right by the water. Everyone from the family reunion had a wonderful time. Thank you.

Location & Directions for Cave Point Group Use Area

7700 Canyon Ferry Road, Helena, MT 59601 United States

Elevation: 1,159 ft

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Getting There

If heading north along MT highway 12/287 from Townsend, MT, turn right onto Spokane Creek Rd. Follow Spokane Creek Rd for 4.6 mi and turn right onto Co Rd 430/Canyon Ferry Rd and continue 16 mi to Kim's Marina. Turn right into Kim's Marina and co...

Nearest town

Helena, MT - 21 mi

About 35 min to downtown

Highway access

Cave Point Group Use Area is accessible via MT Highway 12/287 and Co Rd 430/Canyon Ferry Rd, which connects to Helena and Townsend.

Policies & Rules

General

Cave Point Group Use Area is a day use only shelter and closes.
No overnight camping or use is allowed.
There is no electrical service at this shelter.
While at Canyon Ferry Reservoir: CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that comes in contact with water. Never dump unwanted bait, worms, fish parts or other organisms into the water. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/ STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. REMOVE plants, seeds, animals and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicle. CLEAN your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. STAY on designated roads and trails and use local firewood. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/

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