About Bald Mountain Lookout (Nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, ID)
Number of accommodations: 1
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Hiking
Photography
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Views and Setting
- View
Report Incorrect Information
Help us improve by reporting any incorrect amenity information for Bald Mountain Lookout (Nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, ID).
001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
Site Details
Reviews (24)
What Guests Are Saying
The family enjoyed their two-night stay at Bald Mountain Lookout, appreciating the beautiful views and respectful daytime visitors who came to check out the tower. However, they faced disruptive locals during the night, leading to a stressful experience that ultimately prompted them to leave early. Despite the stunning location and huckleberry picking opportunities, concerns about nighttime visitors and safety may deter future visits.
What Guests Are Saying
The family enjoyed their two-night stay at Bald Mountain Lookout, appreciating the beautiful views and respectful daytime visitors who came to check out the tower. However, they faced disruptive locals during the night, leading to a stressful experience that ultimately prompted them to leave early. Despite the stunning location and huckleberry picking opportunities, concerns about nighttime visitors and safety may deter future visits.
Review Summary
Erna J
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
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
Erna J
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
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
VerifiedDecember 17, 2019 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
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.
Stacy A
VerifiedDecember 17, 2019 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BALD MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT
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.
Location Bald Mountain Lookout (Nez Perce-clearwater National Forests, ID)
Address:
1700 Highway 6
Potlatch, ID, 83544
United States
From Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, drive 70 miles south on U.S. Highway 95 to State Highway 6. Turn left on State Highway 6, White Pine Scenic Byway, travel through Potlatch and continue on for 22 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 377, Palouse Divide Road. This is a single lane, dirt surface road that is rarely graded and slippery when wet. Follow FR 377 for approximately 8 miles to the junction with FR 377A. Turn on FR 377A and climb for 1 mile to Bald Mountain Lookout. This last mile of road is rough and has many water bars, so travel is slow.
From Lewiston, Idaho, follow U.S. Highway 95 north for approximately 45 miles to State Highway 6. Turn right on State Highway 6, White Pine Scenic Byway, travel through Potlatch and continue on for 22 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 377, the Palouse Divide Road. This is a single lane, dirt surface road that is rarely graded and slippery when wet. Follow FR 377 for approximately 8 miles to the junction with FR 377A. Turn on FR 377A and climb for 1 mile to Bald Mountain Lookout. This last mile of road is rough and has many water bars, so travel is slow.
The Palouse District office is located in Potlatch before entering town from the west and is located off Highway 6 on the left side of the road. There is a sign located at the base of the driveway along Highway 6.
The campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 95 and State Highway 6, approximately 22 miles from the junction of U.S. Highway 95 and State Highway 6 in Potlatch, Idaho.
Latitude & Longitude: 47.0319 / -116.572
Elevation: 1623 feet
Nearby Campgrounds
Last updated: June 4, 2026
