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About Gird Point
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001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
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Reviews (38)
What Guests Are Saying
The road trip to Gird Point involved a manageable 0.5-mile round trip hike, with a rough last stretch that vehicles like a lifted Volvo XC70 or Subaru Outback can handle. The lookout itself was accessible, with basic amenities and stunning views, though it was not the cleanest. Guests appreciated the available cooking utensils and extra items left behind, while noting the well-maintained bathroom and the minimal sleeping pads.
What Guests Are Saying
The road trip to Gird Point involved a manageable 0.5-mile round trip hike, with a rough last stretch that vehicles like a lifted Volvo XC70 or Subaru Outback can handle. The lookout itself was accessible, with basic amenities and stunning views, though it was not the cleanest. Guests appreciated the available cooking utensils and extra items left behind, while noting the well-maintained bathroom and the minimal sleeping pads.
Review Summary
Aaron H
VerifiedJuly 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
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Amanda B
VerifiedJuly 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
Beautiful spot! Very clean considering remote location and popular use. Not too bad of a hike to get to. We did use the side road to cut hike down but road is very narrow and no good place to turn around, had to back out. We also found a few ticks on us after hiking around lookout in the grass.
Joel K
VerifiedAugust 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIRD POINT
We did a roadtrip visiting and stay in 7 different fire lookouts 7 days in a row, bringing our cat along with us. If you want more information about that, find me on YouTube @JoelKalich.
Location and Access:
We found the hike to be 0.5 miles round trip, not one way. The last 0.5 miles of road is very rough, but otherwise the road was largely well maintained with one slight drainage washout. My lifted Volvo XC70 had no issues, and I imagine a stock Subaru Outback would not struggle. Anything less capable would struggle with the last half mile. Our cat shockingly walked the entire way up and down to and from the lookout. The trail is steep, of course, we took frequent breaks (for the cat, not for us).
The lookout:
We had no issues getting into the lookout, the code worked well. The hatch is closable, which is nice for being able to walk all the way around the catwalk. The lookout wasn't the cleanest we'd seen, but it was fine. The main table for cards and whatnot was in good shape and very usable. The beds DO have pads, though they're very minimal, they were the things on the walls of school gyms. We wish this had been more clear, as we would've just roughed it and left our pads in the car. The cooking and eating utensils were plentiful. Other guests have left a few things that were not mentioned in the listing, namely a cooler (bring your own ice), propane canisters, and even some beer! We didn't bring ice, so we begrudgingly left all of the warm beer for the next guests. Our cat did manage to rustle up a mouse, but failed to catch it, even though she had ample opportunity and seemed to be very interested in doing so. We were very disappointing in her, and apologize to future guests on her behalf. The views here were some of the best, though not as secluded as other lookouts on our trip, as we could see a city in the distance. The bathroom was quite a ways from the lookout in distance and elevation, but clean and well stocked with TP, with a great view.
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.
Elevation: 2307 feet
38 mi drive to downtown Darby (about 1 hr 19 min)
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.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
