WALLOW MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
Not currently available for overnight rental. While proposed for the rental program in 2016, Wallow Mountain Lookout is not listed on Recreation.gov and does not appear to be accepting reservations.
Air Quality Alert issued August 7 at 11:56AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT
AQAMSO WHAT: Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy. WHERE... Clearwater and Idaho Counties outside of reservation boundaries. WHEN: Extended until 3:00PM 8/10/2026 IMPACTS: Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is less likely to be affected. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: Air pollutants can cause breathing difficult for children, the elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors. ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ's Lewiston Regional Office at (208) 799- 4370
About
Wallow Mountain Lookout stands as part of Idaho's historic fire detection network in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests of northern Idaho. The site has hosted fire lookout structures since the 1920s when the original D-6 Cupola cabin was constructed. The current structure, built in 1968, is a Region 6 Flat Top cabin mounted on a 10-foot open timber tower. In 2016, the U.S. Forest Service solicited public comment on a proposal to convert Wallow Mountain Lookout into an overnight rental at $45 per night, alongside Scurvy Mountain Lookout and two cabins. However, unlike Scurvy Mountain which did become available for booking, Wallow Mountain Lookout never appeared in the recreation rental program and is not currently listed on Recreation.gov. The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests offer several other lookout rentals including Bald Mountain, Castle Butte, Lookout Butte, and Scurvy Mountain Lookouts for those seeking a fire tower experience in this region.
Directions
Access the lookout via the Wallow Mountain Trail #3592, starting at the Salmon Lakes - Waldo Mountain Trailhead.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| 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 (208) 935-2513 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Nez Perce-Clearwater NF Camping & Cabins |
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