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About Shorty Peak Lookout
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Site Details
Reviews (66)
What Guests Are Saying
Visitors to Shorty Peak Lookout enjoyed their stay, highlighting spectacular views and a rewarding hike, though they noted the trail can be challenging. Many appreciated the lookout's well-maintained facilities and amenities, such as firewood and games. However, there were common concerns about spider infestations and the condition of the beds, with some recommending bringing bug spray for the hike. Overall, guests found it a memorable experience, perfect for a private retreat.
What Guests Are Saying
Visitors to Shorty Peak Lookout enjoyed their stay, highlighting spectacular views and a rewarding hike, though they noted the trail can be challenging. Many appreciated the lookout's well-maintained facilities and amenities, such as firewood and games. However, there were common concerns about spider infestations and the condition of the beds, with some recommending bringing bug spray for the hike. Overall, guests found it a memorable experience, perfect for a private retreat.
Review Summary
Paul O
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Had a great stay (2 nights) at Shorty Peak. I believe we were maybe the last for the season. Saw the northern lights on the first night, and we got snow on night 2, so winter must not be far off. Was cold, but that’s better than buggy in my book. Long hike up the hill, so be prepared and don’t overpack, but bring everything you’ll need. Excellent views at the top! All in all, we had a great time!
Paul O
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Had a great stay (2 nights) at Shorty Peak. I believe we were maybe the last for the season. Saw the northern lights on the first night, and we got snow on night 2, so winter must not be far off. Was cold, but that’s better than buggy in my book. Long hike up the hill, so be prepared and don’t overpack, but bring everything you’ll need. Excellent views at the top! All in all, we had a great time!
Paul O
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Had a great stay (2 nights) at Shorty Peak. I believe we were maybe the last for the season. Saw the northern lights on the first night, and we got snow on night 2, so winter must not be far off. Was cold, but that’s better than buggy in my book. Long hike up the hill, so be prepared and don’t overpack, but bring everything you’ll need. Excellent views at the top! All in all, we had a great time!
Angie C
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
The view from this lookout is spectacular. The hike was great--a couolesteep spots, but it was pretty easy. The reason we're not rating this 5 stars is because the tower is infested with spiders. Infested. We killed hundreds and hundreds, but when they come out at night there no escaping them. The beds were pretty worse for the wear. We didnt expect a five star hotel, but next time we'd take a tent to set up inside the tower. There's nowhere outside for a tent--too many rocks. It was a gorgeous view, but not much sleep was had by anyone because they were too busy swatting spiders! 😆
Angie C
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
The view from this lookout is spectacular. The hike was great--a couolesteep spots, but it was pretty easy. The reason we're not rating this 5 stars is because the tower is infested with spiders. Infested. We killed hundreds and hundreds, but when they come out at night there no escaping them. The beds were pretty worse for the wear. We didnt expect a five star hotel, but next time we'd take a tent to set up inside the tower. There's nowhere outside for a tent--too many rocks. It was a gorgeous view, but not much sleep was had by anyone because they were too busy swatting spiders! 😆
Angie C
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
The view from this lookout is spectacular. The hike was great--a couolesteep spots, but it was pretty easy. The reason we're not rating this 5 stars is because the tower is infested with spiders. Infested. We killed hundreds and hundreds, but when they come out at night there no escaping them. The beds were pretty worse for the wear. We didnt expect a five star hotel, but next time we'd take a tent to set up inside the tower. There's nowhere outside for a tent--too many rocks. It was a gorgeous view, but not much sleep was had by anyone because they were too busy swatting spiders! 😆
Danielle J
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Awesome stay! Be prepared for a workout on your way up. Absolutely worth it though!
Danielle J
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Awesome stay! Be prepared for a workout on your way up. Absolutely worth it though!
Danielle J
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Awesome stay! Be prepared for a workout on your way up. Absolutely worth it though!
Michael W
VerifiedAugust 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA SHORTY PEAK LOOKOUT
Amazing lookout very well kept up. My only advice is to bring bug spray for the hike out to the lookout. It's a buggy trail. But the huckleberry were huge.
Location Shorty Peak Lookout
Address:
6286 Main Street
Bonners Ferry, ID, 83805
United States
From the Bonners Ferry Ranger Station: Take Highway 95 north for 17 miles. Turn left onto Highway 1 and head north for 2 miles. Turn left onto Copeland Road and head west for 4 miles. Stay right at the T junction and continue north on Westside Road for 9 miles. Stay to the left around the switchback, onto Forest Road 281, then drive west for 8 miles. Turn right on Road 655 and drive west 1.5 miles. Stay right again at the switchback, heading east 1 mile on Rd 282. Go
straight at the next junction, and continue northeast on Road 282 for 4 miles. Park at the trailhead on top of the saddle before the locked gate. Hike 2.5 miles up the trail to the west to reach the lookout.
Latitude & Longitude: 48.9403 / -116.688
Elevation: 1940 feet
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Last updated: July 11, 2026