About Deer Ridge Lookout
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Safety and Security
- Fire Extinguishers
Cabin Outdoor Features
- Deck or Patio
Views and Setting
- View
001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
- 4 guests
Site Details
Reviews (27)
What Guests Are Saying
Deer Ridge Lookout offers a clean, well-maintained facility with stunning views and easy access for most vehicles. Guests appreciated the comfortable sleeping arrangements, spacious interior, and handy pulley system for transporting belongings. While the lookout lacks some amenities like cooking facilities and window screens, it remains a popular choice for a relaxing getaway amidst beautiful surroundings.
What Guests Are Saying
Deer Ridge Lookout offers a clean, well-maintained facility with stunning views and easy access for most vehicles. Guests appreciated the comfortable sleeping arrangements, spacious interior, and handy pulley system for transporting belongings. While the lookout lacks some amenities like cooking facilities and window screens, it remains a popular choice for a relaxing getaway amidst beautiful surroundings.
Review Summary
Nicki C
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
Thanks for making these available to experience the beauty and solitude of the n idaho mtns. Despite the fires , we had a clear night with great star gazing . Also visited Moyie Crossing and Sinclair lake and hiked a couple trails from the tower.
Nicki C
VerifiedAugust 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
We had a great stay - our 6th time getting to share this special spot with out of town family and friends . Many huckleberries on the surrounding trails .
Lesly T
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
This was our 2nd stay and was as great as the first. It's always clean and tidy and the views never disappoint. Being unplugged in in such beauty is such a gift. We had a blast taking night photos much of the night after the thunderstorm passed. We'll keep coming back!
Granite A
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
Granite A
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
Granite A
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
Granite A
VerifiedOctober 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
Austin T
VerifiedJuly 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
The road to the tower and the tower itself was excellent. Definitely one of the nicer towers we stayed in.
The outhouse was a different story. If you’re not afraid of spiders then it wasn’t an issue. The outhouse had about 300 black widows who kept to themselves but was still unnerving with your trousers down.
becky s
VerifiedAugust 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
If you’ve never stayed in a fire lookout- this is the perfect one. Great location- easy drive up and all the wonders of the 360 views with sunrise and sunset! A rustic night in comfortable accommodations.
Misty G
VerifiedDecember 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DEER RIDGE LOOKOUT
Easy to get to and beautiful inside. Narrow stairs and alot of them. You will want to pack light and avoid large coolers because the of the stairs and how narrow they are it is tricky. No table down below so bring chairs. There is a pack rat and he will come visit. Do not leave anything out you don't want stolen or chewed up. He visited us in the middle of the night and got the dogs all wound up. He built a nest in our Blackstone case with tp he found. We really enjoyed this lookout. Had a family drive up and we took them up to see inside. They had no idea they could rent them. The parking area is large and we set up corn hole to play. Exhausted by the time we left from going up and down the tower so.many times. Husband brought a pully and wench he purchased to help get the goods up to the tower.
Location & Directions for Deer Ridge Lookout
6286 Main Street, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805 United States
Elevation: 1,427 ft
Policies & Rules
General
- Entry is by combination lock; contact the ranger district at (208) 267-5561 for combination 10-14 days prior to arrival
- Children are discouraged from staying at this facility due to the height of the lookout
- No candles, open flames, or smoking inside
- Please bring garbage bags; this is a 'pack it in-pack it out' facility
- Bring bedding, cooking supplies, flashlights, etc.
- Use extreme caution when climbing stairs
- Upon arrival, read lightning safety instructions located in cabin
- Click here for more information on the Idaho Panhandle National Forests
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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Last updated: October 21, 2026