Cougar Peak Lookout
Belknap, Montana · 6,657 ft · In Lolo National Forest
Photos: Forest Service
At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,657 ft (2,029 m)6,657 ft2,029 m
Sites1
Cougar Peak Lookout lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
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About
Overview
The Cougar Peak Lookout offers guests an opportunity to experience an old-time Forest Service lookout. The tower commands an impressive view of the river valley, the surrounding Cabinet Mountains and the opposing Coeur d'Alene Mountains. The structure is small and is not elevated like many other lookouts. The lookout can be accessed by vehicle, although late spring snow drifts may compromise parts of the road, requiring visitors to hike a short distance. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Recreation
A variety of trails and points of exploration are accessible from the lookout. The Cougar Peak Trail follows the ridge below the lookout and travels towards Vermillion Pass to the northeast.
From Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, and USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities · · Edit
Cell service
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- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
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Cell service at Cougar Peak Lookout: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedMostly Sunny, 4% chance of rain43°30°
- ThuSunny47°34°
- FriSunny54°39°
- SatMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain, 15% chance of rain51°32°
- SunSunny, 1% chance of rain45°36°
Nearby camping
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2241rd2 Site 2
Dispersed · 3.5 mi · Trout Creek
Rd 2253 Site 1
Dispersed · 6.2 mi · Trout Creek
Rd 152 Site 2
Dispersed · 8.5 mi · Belknap
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
Data from Recreation Information Database (RIDB) / Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities
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