About Gird Point
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
Site Details
Reviews (25)
Review Summary
Richard E
VerifiedJuly 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
Great views, not much fire wood for the fire, and the sleeping mats were very stiff, I would recommend bring your own. Great place.
Richard E
VerifiedJuly 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
Great views, not much fire wood for the fire, and the sleeping mats were very stiff, I would recommend bring your own. Great place.
Brian P
VerifiedJuly 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
We had a great two-night stay. A few pieces of information might be helpful to some. One, the road in was in good shape, but be advised there are no signs giving USFS road numbers. We had brought a downloaded OnX map and that made it easy. Truthfully the main road does go to the lookout, but it splits off quite a few times due to logging operations. Just be advised, especially trying to arrive after dark. Two, we parked off the main road down below, but you could drive a little further and then take the little side road closer to the lookout. It's narrow but not rough, and turning around might be tough. But this would cut the hike by 2/3 and elevation change by half. Three, there was a mouse present which isn't a problem if you handle food/trash well. Could bring a mousetrap. Four, it was pretty drafty due to gaps in the window frames - we stuffed some folded paper towels in them, and covered a few with a little duct tape. Five, there is no firewood provided - we carried one bundle up and otherwise scrounged around for firewood. Six, there were two of us and it was very comfortable, but with four people it would be cozy. All in all we enjoyed our stay immensely - great views, nobody around, was able to do some weather-watching too.
Brian P
VerifiedJuly 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
We had a great two-night stay. A few pieces of information might be helpful to some. One, the road in was in good shape, but be advised there are no signs giving USFS road numbers. We had brought a downloaded OnX map and that made it easy. Truthfully the main road does go to the lookout, but it splits off quite a few times due to logging operations. Just be advised, especially trying to arrive after dark. Two, we parked off the main road down below, but you could drive a little further and then take the little side road closer to the lookout. It's narrow but not rough, and turning around might be tough. But this would cut the hike by 2/3 and elevation change by half. Three, there was a mouse present which isn't a problem if you handle food/trash well. Could bring a mousetrap. Four, it was pretty drafty due to gaps in the window frames - we stuffed some folded paper towels in them, and covered a few with a little duct tape. Five, there is no firewood provided - we carried one bundle up and otherwise scrounged around for firewood. Six, there were two of us and it was very comfortable, but with four people it would be cozy. All in all we enjoyed our stay immensely - great views, nobody around, was able to do some weather-watching too.
Dwayne M
VerifiedAugust 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
The loggers have done a great job fixing up the road this year. Excellent views and well equipped. One window seems to be missing but since it is boarded up the FS is no doubt aware and working on it.
Dwayne M
VerifiedAugust 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
The loggers have done a great job fixing up the road this year. Excellent views and well equipped. One window seems to be missing but since it is boarded up the FS is no doubt aware and working on it.
Tia S
VerifiedJuly 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
AT&T and Verizon both had full service! A ton of bed rolls/pads are in the lookout, so I'd recommend packing a sheet instead of carrying a mat up the hill. A propane lantern is also provided in the lookout! I made sure there was a good stock of propane for the next occupants:) The wind came up Saturday afternoon and blew one of the windows in. Lucky it landed on the bed and didn't break. I used the wood and nails I found in the lookout to get it securely back in the frame. Just a warning to beware of falling in windows during your stay!
Tia S
VerifiedJuly 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
AT&T and Verizon both had full service! A ton of bed rolls/pads are in the lookout, so I'd recommend packing a sheet instead of carrying a mat up the hill. A propane lantern is also provided in the lookout! I made sure there was a good stock of propane for the next occupants:) The wind came up Saturday afternoon and blew one of the windows in. Lucky it landed on the bed and didn't break. I used the wood and nails I found in the lookout to get it securely back in the frame. Just a warning to beware of falling in windows during your stay!
Rebecca S
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
Such an awesome Fire Lookout. Great views, wildlife all over, peaceful space.
Rebecca S
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
Such an awesome Fire Lookout. Great views, wildlife all over, peaceful space.
Location Gird Point
Address:
P.O. Box 388
Darby, MT, 59829
United States
From Hamilton, Montana, travel east on Highway 38 for about 7 miles. Turn north onto Gird Road/Forest Road 714 and continue for about 13 miles to the Gird Point Lookout Trailhead. The tower is approximately 1/2 mile hike from the parking area.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.2074 / -113.91
Elevation: 2307 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Contact the Darby Ranger District a week before your arrival for the lookout key code.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Utilities
- The tower does not have water or electricity.
Safety & rules
- No propane fuel is provided for cooking or lighting.
- Be aware of bear, water, and weather safety before reserving due to the remote location.
- The L-4 cabin is elevated and has hazards; guests are responsible for their safety.
Wildlife & food storage
- Guests must pack out all garbage and food.
Local regulations
- Call ahead to check for fire closures or restrictions.
General
- Learn more about the Bitterroot National Forest
Fires & fuel
- Obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site to prevent pest spread.
Nearby Campgrounds
Last updated: June 4, 2026
