About Minton Peak Lookout
Activities & Attractions
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Birding
Hiking
Year-round
Birding
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Connectivity and Media
- Cell Reception
Cooking and Fire
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Cabin Outdoor Features
- Deck or Patio
Views and Setting
- View
001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
- 4 guests
- Pet Friendly
- Campfire
Site Details
Reviews (58)
What Guests Are Saying
Minton Peak Lookout offers stunning views, well-maintained facilities, and a clean environment, making it a highly enjoyable destination for visitors. Huckleberries are abundant, and the lookout's comfortable amenities, including good beds and a camp stove, enhance the experience. While some found the access road a bit tricky and noted limited seating, overall feedback highlights the lookout's charm and peaceful atmosphere, encouraging repeat visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Minton Peak Lookout offers stunning views, well-maintained facilities, and a clean environment, making it a highly enjoyable destination for visitors. Huckleberries are abundant, and the lookout's comfortable amenities, including good beds and a camp stove, enhance the experience. While some found the access road a bit tricky and noted limited seating, overall feedback highlights the lookout's charm and peaceful atmosphere, encouraging repeat visits.
Review Summary
Doug V
VerifiedAugust 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Great stay at this LO. Very clean and well maintained. Built a cairn (rock pile monument) as a marker of our fun time on Minton Peak. Directions to the LO were a little confusing at the Minton Peak Rd. The LO sign points right towards Marten Creek Road. You should turn left. We will be back again. Hopefully during huckleberry picking time.
Doug V
VerifiedAugust 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Great stay at this LO. Very clean and well maintained. Built a cairn (rock pile monument) as a marker of our fun time on Minton Peak. Directions to the LO were a little confusing at the Minton Peak Rd. The LO sign points right towards Marten Creek Road. You should turn left. We will be back again. Hopefully during huckleberry picking time.
Paul P
VerifiedAugust 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Had some difficulty finding the lookout. otherwise had a great stay .
Paul P
VerifiedAugust 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Had some difficulty finding the lookout. otherwise had a great stay .
Samantha G
VerifiedJuly 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Our family of 3 enjoyed the lookout!! The views are amazing, 2 comfy twin beds and desk with cards/ games.
Samantha G
VerifiedJuly 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Our family of 3 enjoyed the lookout!! The views are amazing, 2 comfy twin beds and desk with cards/ games.
Jammie S
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Great Little Last Minute getaway.
Jammie S
VerifiedFebruary 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Great Little Last Minute getaway.
Dwayne M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Perfect
Dwayne M
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINTON PEAK LOOKOUT
Perfect
Location & Directions for Minton Peak Lookout
2693 Mt Hwy 200, Trout Creek, MT 59874 United States
Elevation: 1,629 ft
Getting There
From Trout Creek, take Cedar Street to Pine Street. Turn right and follow for 5.9 mi. (Pine St. turns into Marten Cr. Road). Turn left on Minton Peak Road 322 and follow for 7.9 mi to the lookout Road 322A. Follow this road for 0.6 mi to the lookout.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- Please call the Ranger District at (406) 827-3533 prior to arrival to confirm your stay
- There is no water source available at the lookout; guests must provide their own for drinking, cooking and washing.
- Access depends on weather conditions.
- Please pack out all trash and food and clean the lookout before departure.
- There is a 5 consecutive day stay limit. A break of 7 days is requested before making another reservation.
- Be aware, this facility is not cleaned between user visits. It is up to individual renters to bring their own cleaning supplies and clean before and after site use.
- 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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Last updated: October 20, 2026
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