Thompson Peak Lookout Tower

About this site

Overview Thompson Peak Lookout provides great views of the Clark Fork Valley, the town of Superior, the Idaho state line and, of course, the big sky of Montana. It is close enough to Superior to allow for easy access, but remote enough to provide the quiet and solitude expected at a lookout. The modernized tower provides amenities not typical to a lookout, making it a desirable place to stay. Recreation A variety of trails exist in the area, allowing visitors a chance to explore the surrounding forest. Wildlife spotting is also a popular activity. Most of all, visitors come to the tower to relax and enjoy the scenery. Facilities A variety of trails exist in the area, allowing visitors a chance to explore the surrounding forest. Wildlife spotting is also a popular activity. Most of all, visitors come to the tower to relax and enjoy the scenery. Natural Features The lookout is located on the third floor of a multiple story building that is used as a radio and cellular tower. Equipment is located on other floors of the building. It is constructed out of concrete blocks with an enclosed stairway, making it more suitable for children. The 2 million-acre Lolo National Forest includes four wilderness areas and a wide variety of trees, plants and wildlife. The area is home to mountain goats, bighorn sheep, elk, moose, deer and grizzly and black bears. Both the bald and golden eagle reside in the forest, along with trumpeter swan, herons and dozens of varieties of duck. contact_info For facility specific information, please call (406) 210-5287. Additional Info: No pets allowed inside the tower. No drinking water available; bring your own. Vault toilet provided. Electricity, cell service, electric stove, heater, microwave, and small refrigerator available. Reservations required via Recreation.gov. Open approximately May to October.

Amenities & access

Contact

• 406-210-5287
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234417

Location

47.178333, -114.907500