Arid Peak Lookout is located in the beautiful St. Joe River area of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests and is listed on the National Register of Historic Lookouts. It is accessible via a moderately-steep 3 mile hike and offers incredible 360 degree views of the Bitterroot Mountains. It is also a great spot for day-hiking, backpacking and mountain biking along the Hiawatha Bicycle Trail. Wildlife sightings are common, so visitors are advised to practice bear safety.
The cabin fits up to four guests. Furnishings include two cots with mattresses, basic cooking gear, dishes, a propane lantern, propane camp stove, water containers, a table with two chairs and a wood stove. An
outhouse is located outside the tower.
No water is available so guests must bring their own or boil and treat stream water. Propane canisters are not included; a stock of 16.4 ounce canisters are required to use cooking and lighting equipment. Other items to pack include bedding, food, binoculars, a first aid kit, flashlights, towels, toilet paper, and dish soap.
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Nearby Campgrounds | Distance | Notification Rate |
Shoshone Park Kitchen
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
|
7.7mi | — |
Huckleberry
Coeur D'Alene Lake
|
16.4mi | 38% |
Savenac Bunkhouse
Lolo National Forest
|
17.4mi | — |
Savenac Cookhouse
Lolo National Forest
|
17.4mi | — |
Up Up Lookout
Lolo National Forest
|
19.8mi | 53% |
Avery Creek Cabin
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
|
24.0mi | 43% |