Lunch Peak Lookout

About Lunch Peak Lookout

Lunch Peak lookout offers breathtaking views of Cabinet Mountain Wilderness, the Selkirk Mountains and Lake Pend Oreille. Located in the Cabinet Mountains, 35 mi northeast of Sandpoint, Idaho, the lookout sits at 6.4 ft. Guests can enjoy easy access to Pend Oreille Divide Trail #67. The lookout is remote and rustic with no heat, furnishings, water or cooking facilities. This basic structure lets visitors experience the feeling of "roughing it" while enjoying the cozy shelter and incredible views of the mountains and valleys below.

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001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

$35
/ per night
🏠 Cabin
  • 4 guests
  • Pet Friendly

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Up to 4 guests
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Surface: Gravel
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Reviews (18)

What Guests Are Saying

Lunch Peak Lookout offers a warm and cozy atmosphere, enhanced by double-pane windows and a solid door, making it a comfortable stay even in windy and rainy conditions. Access is straightforward, though visitors may encounter crowds during the day. However, some guests faced issues with access codes and communication regarding gate locks, which detracted from their experience.

Review Summary

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18 reviews
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Cully T

Verified

January 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

5

Great location with an awesome trail right from the lookout, VERY rough 4 mi road to get there, 4x4 for sure. Also there were several people that came up the road while we were there, so you want to keep the gate shut.

Cully T

Verified

January 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

5

Great location with an awesome trail right from the lookout, VERY rough 4 mi road to get there, 4x4 for sure. Also there were several people that came up the road while we were there, so you want to keep the gate shut.

Cully T

Verified

January 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

5

Great location with an awesome trail right from the lookout, VERY rough 4 mi road to get there, 4x4 for sure. Also there were several people that came up the road while we were there, so you want to keep the gate shut.

Olivia M

Verified

October 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

1

There was no keypad door code in the reservation email so I wasn’t even able to get inside. I didn’t have any service at the lookout and the phone number for the call facility option wasn’t working when I did have service.

Olivia M

Verified

October 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

1

There was no keypad door code in the reservation email so I wasn’t even able to get inside. I didn’t have any service at the lookout and the phone number for the call facility option wasn’t working when I did have service.

Olivia M

Verified

October 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

1

There was no keypad door code in the reservation email so I wasn’t even able to get inside. I didn’t have any service at the lookout and the phone number for the call facility option wasn’t working when I did have service.

Kylie P

Verified

August 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

4

We have been to this lookout before and we always enjoy it. However, we were not informed the gate would be locked this time. It would be useful to have a gate key or combo lock to all ease of carrying equipment. Otherwise, we would have planned to just bring backpacking gear.

Kylie P

Verified

August 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

4

We have been to this lookout before and we always enjoy it. However, we were not informed the gate would be locked this time. It would be useful to have a gate key or combo lock to all ease of carrying equipment. Otherwise, we would have planned to just bring backpacking gear.

Kylie P

Verified

August 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

4

We have been to this lookout before and we always enjoy it. However, we were not informed the gate would be locked this time. It would be useful to have a gate key or combo lock to all ease of carrying equipment. Otherwise, we would have planned to just bring backpacking gear.

Annabelle L

Verified

August 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT

1

I was never given a door code so could not access the lookout. Very disappointing. We tried to get in contact with recreation.gov for hours. I have yet to receive even a refund for my stay... Do not book this place, it is a scam.

Location & Directions for Lunch Peak Lookout

1602 Ontario Street, Sandpoint, ID 83864 United States

Elevation: 1,699 ft

Getting There

From Sandpoint take Hwy 200 east 12 mi to Trestle Creek Road; turn left onto Trestle Creek Road #275 and go 12 mi to Lunch Peak Road #1091; turn left onto Road 1091 and go 4 mi to the lookout.

Nearest town

Sandpoint, ID - 28 mi

About over 1 hr (69 min) to downtown

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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