Established Camping
Big Creek Baldy. Lookout Rental
Big Creek Baldy Lookout Rental is situated in the Kootenai National Forest, featuring forested terrain and mountainous landscapes. Temperatures in the area can reach highs of around 80°F in summer and drop to lows of 20°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Kootenai Falls and the Ross Creek Cedars Scenic Area, offering opportunities for exploration and sightseeing.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Kootenai National Forest
Overview
Big Creek Baldy Lookout sits atop its namesake mountain at an elevation of 5,780 feet in the Kootenai National Forest. The lookout has been used as an observation point for spotting forest fires for over 60 years. The lookout is typically open from mid-June through late September. High clearance vehicles are recommended. This mountain hideaway offers some amenities, but guests should plan to pack in some of their own supplies. Cell service is available at the lookout.
Recreation
Hikers can find places to explore around the lookout, and the surrounding Libby Area offers more than 400 miles of summer use trails. The lookout offers an ideal vantage point for star gazing on clear nights.
Natural Features
The lookout is located in the Purcell Range of the Rocky Mountains and offers panoramic views of densely forested peaks. Lake Koocanusa and the Yaak River valley are prominent features of the landscape. Kootenai National Forest supports populations of deer, elk, moose, grizzly and black bears, wolves and mountain lions (bear safety). A variety of smaller mammals and birds can also be found.
Location
Big Creek Baldy. Lookout Rental is located in Montana
Directions
From Libby travel 1 mile north on Highway 37 to the Pipe Creek Road. Turn left and follow for 19 miles, then turn east (right) onto East Fork Pipe Creek Road/Big Creek Baldy Road 336. Proceed about three quarters of a mile and then turn right onto Big Creek Baldy Mountain Road 309. Follow this road for 5 miles to the lookout. The last mile is fairly rough but can be negotiated with vehicles having high ground clearance.
Address
12557 HWY. 37
Libby, MT 59923-8212
Coordinates
48.6351417 N
115.5456056 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 56 min from Coeur d'Alene
- 3 hrs 26 min from Spokane
- 3 hrs 48 min from Missoula
- 4 hrs 51 min from Lewiston
