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Bald Mountain Lookout (nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, Id)

BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
Bald Mountain Lookout (nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, Id)
Bald Mountain Lookout (nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, Id)
Bald Mountain Lookout (nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, Id)
Bald Mountain Lookout (nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, Id)

About Bald Mountain Lookout (nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, Id)

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.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently closed - Opens on Jul 1

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

Site
Price
🏠 001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
4 guests
$45.00
/ per night

Reviews (13)

What Guests Are Saying

The family enjoyed their two-night stay at Bald Mountain Lookout, appreciating the stunning views and the respectful daytime visitors, including those picking huckleberries. However, they experienced unsettling interactions with loud and intoxicated locals after dark, prompting them to leave early. While they acknowledged the road access was better than expected, they felt improvements in security and clearer rental signage were needed to enhance the experience.

Review Summary

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Erna J

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

4

Great directions from the ranger station for accessing with a passenger car, and a lovely stay in late August 2019! The views and the sunrise/sunsets were so worth it. We look forward to exploring more in the area

Stacy A

Verified

December 17, 2019 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

1

We were the first scheduled in the season to use the lookout and we knew the rangers had been up earlier to get it ready. They must have known there was a huge hatch of flies and did not bother to call us. When we arrived there were so many flies they covered the windows. There was a huge amount of dead flies all over the floor which tells me they had to use bug killer and knew there was a major problem. We opened the door and were swarmed with bugs, letting many out. It was disappointing and disgusting. It was 4th of July weekend and we turned around and went home.

Anonymous

3

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Google Maps

Location Bald Mountain Lookout (nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, Id)

Address:
1700 Highway 6
Potlatch, ID, 83544
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 47.0319 / -116.572

Elevation: 1623 feet

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