Bald Mountain Lookout (Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, ID)
Bald Mountain Lookout (Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, ID) is a national forest campground in Idaho. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Idaho
- Coordinates
- 47.03194, -116.57194
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Horseback Riding, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 208-875-1131
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Bald Mountain Lookout (Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, ID)
Overview Bald Mountain Lookout offers the opportunity to enjoy unforgettable views and participate in a variety of recreational opportunities. It was built in 1956 and was used as a fire lookout until 1984. Guests can drive to the lookout in vehicles with good ground clearance, but trailers are not recommended due to some rough spots on the road. The lookout is typically open from early July through early October. The accommodations are mostly primitive, but some conveniences are provided. Guests will need to bring some of their own supplies and gear for a comfortable experience. Recreation Access to Strychnine Ridge Trail 319 is just southwest of the lookout. This 4-mile trail intersects with Beason Meadows Trail 228 a half-mile below the lookout. The Beason Meadows Trail is 8.9 miles long and leads down to Giant White Pine Campground. These trails are open to hikers, mountain bikers, motorcyclists and equestrians. Click here for an Idaho OHV safety message. Facilities This lookout sits 50 feet off the ground. A stairway leads to an exterior catwalk that surrounds the cabin, which can accommodate four people. A table and four chairs, a futon that folds into a twin bed with foam pad and two cots are provided. Propane appliances include a cooking stove and heater. Cookware, dishes and utensils are provided. A pit toilet is located just below the lookout. Water and electricity are not offered at the cabin. Guests need to bring their own drinking water and lighting/ Flashli
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation · 24 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Crossroads (Exxon) · 16 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 345 designated routes (520 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pal820034Rd-001 | National forest camping area | 0.9 mi | — | — |
| Pal4710Rd-001 | National forest camping area | 1.5 mi | — | — |
| Pal1423Rd-001 | National forest camping area | 2.2 mi | — | — |
| Pal767Rd-004 | National forest camping area | 2.3 mi | — | — |
| Pal1427Rd-002 | National forest camping area | 2.3 mi | — | — |
| Pal767Rd-003 | National forest camping area | 2.4 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.