Monument Peak Lookout
Monument Peak Lookout is a national forest campground in Montana. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Montana
- Coordinates
- 46.99778, -111.09833
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Mountain Biking, Photography
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 406-632-4391
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Monument Peak Lookout
Overview Monument Peak Lookout offers guests an impressive yet rustic room with a view. The lookout, built in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, is perched atop Monument Peak, boasting spectacular 360 degree views of the Little Belt Mountains. The lookout was once used to spot forest fires but was left unused since the 1970s. In 1999, the lookout was removed from its 50 foot pole, restored and placed on a short, solid foundation for public rental use. A high clearance vehicle is recommended, as the 2 miles of road leading up to the cabin are rough and rocky. During wet conditions the entie road may be muddy and often times slippery. The Lookout/Cabin is avaialble for rental between June 1 and Novemebr 30 and is closed for the remainder of the year . Recreation Small and big game hunting is popular in the area. Hiking, OHVing and wildlife viewing are also enjoyed. Facilities The rustic lookout has two beds with mattresses, two propane lanterns, a table and chairs and a propane cooking stove. Pots, pans, dishes and utensils are included but are limited. A vault toilet is about 100 feet from the structure. No water, electricity or plumbing is available. Recommended items to bring include drinking water, bedding, flashlights, food, small propane canisters, firewood, matches and a cooler. ( Click here ) for more cabin details. Natural Features The lookout sits at 7,395 feet in elevation, offering views of Monument Ridge and Strawberry Ridge. The surrounding region is a
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Montana Propane · 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 78 designated routes (196 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 302-01 | National forest camping area | 2.3 mi | — | — |
| Trail 302-02 | National forest camping area | 2.5 mi | — | — |
| LCR 839-010 | National forest camping area | 3.2 mi | — | — |
| Lcr 839C-001 | National forest camping area | 4.6 mi | — | — |
| Lcr 839C-002 | National forest camping area | 4.8 mi | — | — |
| Logging Cr. Rd. 839-008 | National forest camping area | 6.4 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.