About Thompson Peak Lookout Tower
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. 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. THE ONE-ROOM RENTAL CABIN IS EQUPPED WITH 1 TWIN-BED WITH A MATTRESS PAD AND SLEEPS UP TO FOUR PEOPLE. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO BRING COTS FOR ADDITIONAL SLEEPING OPTIONS. The facility has electricity and cell phone service, as well as an electric stove, heater, microwave and small refrigerator.…
- Fees: $75 per night. Visit [Recreation.gov](https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234417) to make reservations
- Season: May 8
- Managed by: Lolo National Forest, FS
- Where: 1 mi south of Superior, MT · 47.17833, -114.9075
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: May–Jun & Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Apr.
Fly over it in 3D, check today's weather and fire news, plan the drive and print a trip plan.
Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Driveway | Hiking | 1.0 mi | 8.7 mi |
| Vista | Hiking | 1.6 mi | 1.3 mi |
| Thompson Creek | Horse | 2.3 mi | 11.0 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
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From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.
Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Dump station: 9.4 mi
Water fill-up: 9.4 mi
Camps nearby
- Trout Creek Campground 4.6 mi
- Sloway Campground 6.8 mi
- Muchwater Dispersed Campground and Recreation Area 9.5 mi
- Quartz Flat Campground 9.6 mi
- Cascade Campground 9.6 mi
- Muchwater Recreation Area 9.6 mi