Robinson Mountain Lookout
Robinson Mountain Lookout is not currently listed on Recreation.gov for reservations. The site may be available for use without fees, but current accessibility is uncertain due to seasonal road conditions at high elevation. Access requires a nearly 2-mile hike after navigating remote forest roads.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 8:15AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
AQAMT The Montana Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality alert for Beaverhead, Deer Lodge, Flathead, Granite, Jefferson, Lake, Lewis and Clark, Lincoln, Madison, Mineral, Missoula, Powell, Ravalli, Sanders, Silver Bow counties in effect until 9AM on 08/10/2026 An Air Quality Alert means that particulates have been trending upwards and that an exceedance of the 24 hour National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) has occurred or may occur in the near future. Elevated particulate levels from wildfire smoke As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Columbia Falls are Very Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Dillon, Libby and Thompson Falls are Unhealthy. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Billings, Butte, Hamilton, Lewistown and Sleeping Giant are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. As of 7AM on 08/09/2026, particulate levels in Cut Bank, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Malta and Missoula are Moderate. When air quality is Very Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid any outdoor activity; everyone else should avoid prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups... State and local health officials recommend that people with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should limit prolonged exertion. When air quality is Moderate... State and local health officials recommend that unusually sensitive people should consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. For more information visit the Montana Department of Environmental Quality at http://todaysair.mtdeq.us
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.
About
Built in 1929, Robinson Mountain Lookout is a compact 12x14 foot shake and frame cabin that served as a fire lookout until it was abandoned in 1948. The structure survived and was restored in 1983 as part of the Kootenai National Forest cabin rental program. At 7,539 feet elevation and located just a few miles south of the Canadian border, the lookout offers sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. Access is challenging. From Eureka, the route follows Highway 93 N, then Highway 37, crosses the Koocanusa bridge, and continues on forest roads including the Yaak 92, West Kootenai Road 474, and Dodge Summit Road 470. After driving Road 7205, visitors must hike nearly 2 miles on a gated road to reach the trailhead. The high elevation and remote location meant the lookout was often fogged in during its operational years. This is a primitive facility with no potable water, no restrooms, and no other amenities. Visitors must be fully self-sufficient and prepared for changing mountain weather conditions.
Directions
From Eureka, follow Hwy 93 N for 1.5 miles. Turn left on Hwy 37 and follow for 13 miles. Turn right on the Koocanusa bridge, then right on Yaak 92 and follow for 4 miles. Continue north on West Kootenai Road 474 for 2.1 miles. Turn left on Dodge Summit Road 470 and follow for 8.2 miles to NF Dodge Road 7205. Follow Road 7205 for 3.46 miles to gated Road 999. Hike 1.94 miles to trailhead #59.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (406) 293-6211 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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