Established Camping
Minton Peak Lookout
Minton Peak Lookout is located near Trout Creek in the Kootenai National Forest, featuring mountainous terrain with dense forest cover. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Cabinet Mountains Wilderness and Noxon Reservoir for outdoor activities.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Kootenai National Forest
Overview
Minton Peak Lookout is situated in the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 5,351 feet in the Kootenai National Forest. The original lookout was constructed in 1932, replaced in 1968, and completely rebuilt in 2011. The mountain was named after Col. David Minton, an Ohio cavalryman who homesteaded (and is buried) near the mouth of Minton Creek. The lookout is typically open from late June through mid-October and is accessible by car. This rustic retreat offers a few amenities, but guests should pack in most of their own supplies and gear.
Recreation
Mountain roads and scenic trails provide access to explore the area.
Natural Features
The lookout sits five feet off the ground and is surrounded by an evergreen forest. It offers panoramic views of the Clark Fork Valley, the Bitterroot Mountains to the west and the Cabinet Range to the east. This is an ideal vantage point to enjoy sunrises and sunsets and gaze out at starry skies on clear nights.
Location
Minton Peak Lookout is located in Montana
Directions
From Trout Creek, take Cedar Street to Pine Street. Turn right and follow for 5.89 miles. (Pine St. turns into Marten Cr. Road). Turn left on Minton Peak Road 322 and follow for 7.9 miles to the lookout Road 322A. Follow this road for 0.62 miles to the lookout.
Address
2693 MT Hwy 200
Trout creek, MT 59874
Coordinates
47.8283611 N
115.771 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Fires
