About Mccart Lookout
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Reviews (4)
Review Summary
Traci H
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA MCCART LOOKOUT
It was such a fun and relaxing time at the lookout, will definitely go back!!
Nancy B
VerifiedAugust 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA MCCART LOOKOUT
Another awesome trip to McCart... Appreciated that it looks like they fixed the front boards of the toilet. Thank you!!!
Colleen P
VerifiedAugust 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA MCCART LOOKOUT
If you don't sufficiently barricade the door, you will be visited at midnight by the local rat. People clearly feed the chipmunks (which carry disease) and they will come up to you like you're Snow White. The outhouse is spilling human waste down the hillside (gross! dangerous!) and the logs that "hold up" the outhouse are broken and reveal the slop within. I'm sure our rat and chipmunk friends are visiting the outhouse spill-zone regularly to pick at the trash people don't pack out and toss down the "toilet".
Scenery was nice, building is cool, the lack of maintenance was truly gross.
Nancy B
VerifiedAugust 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: AREA MCCART LOOKOUT
Awesome as always at this lookout. Enjoyed every moment!
Location Mccart Lookout
Address:
7338 Hwy .93 S.
Sula, MT, 59871
United States
From Missoula, Montana, travel south on Highway 93 for approximately 90 miles to Sula. Go east on Highway 472 for about 15 miles and then south on Forest Road 5765/McCart Road for about 6 miles to the Johnson Peak Trailhead. Hike about 1.5 miles to the lookout tower.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.8847 / -113.717
Elevation: 2161 feet
Policies & Rules
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Drinking water is not available. Bring your own drinking water. |
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Bring propane canisters for stove and lantern. |
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Hay for stock must be certified weed free. |
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All garbage and food must be packed out. Please bring garbage bags. |
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Bring your own bedding. |
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The historic L-4 cabin sits on a 10 foot tall tower, with narrow steps and catwalk. This may pose a hazard for children and pets. Guests are responsible for their own safety. |
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Motorcycles, ATV's, and OHV's are not allowed on the trail. |
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This facility is located in a remote area; before making a reservation, become aware of bear, water and weather safety |
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Some cleaning supplies are provided but you should plan to bring your own in case they are not available during your stay. Please help keep the cabin clean. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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Learn more about the Bitterroot National Forest |
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Check in time is 2:00 PM; Check out time is 12:00 PM |
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The lookout remains locked; a week before your scheduled arrival, contact the Darby-Sula Ranger District at 406-821-3913 during office hours (Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) to obtain a key code |
