Gem Peak Lookout Rental
Currently closed for the season. The lookout typically opens at the end of June and operates through mid-October, weather permitting. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov with a 5-consecutive-day stay limit.
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
About
Originally activated in 1921 as a simple pole platform tent near a 15-foot open-platform tower, Gem Peak Lookout has been renovated into a comfortable overnight rental. The 225 square foot cabin sits atop a 30-foot tower in the Cabinet Ranger District, positioned above the Clark Fork River Area at the southern end of the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness. The structure offers incredible views of the surrounding rugged peaks ranging from 6,000-8,700 feet in elevation. The lookout accommodates up to 4 guests with two single beds and mattresses, a table, chairs, bench, and wood heating stove with firewood stored at the tower base. There is no electricity, potable water, or linens provided. A vault toilet is located outside. Guests must bring their own drinking water, food, cooking equipment, light source, bedding, and toilet paper. Pack-it-in, pack-it-out policy applies. Vehicle access is typically available directly to the lookout, weather permitting. A trailhead near the lookout provides access for hiking and OHV riding. Seasonal huckleberry picking is popular in the surrounding area.
Directions
From Noxon: Travel Pilgrim Creek Road 149 for approximately 13 miles to Road 2205. Follow Road 2205 for approximately 2 miles to the lookout. From Trout Creek: Travel Road 2229 for 11.5 miles. Turn left after Marten Creek Bridge and follow Road 151 for approximately 11 miles to the junction with Road 2213. Continue for 5.5 miles to the junction with Road 2205. Turn right and follow Road 2205 for 2 miles to the lookout.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 827-3533 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
Photos
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!