Hornet Lookout
Polebridge, Montana · 6,417 ft · In Flathead National Forest
Photos: USFS-Timms
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,417 ft (1,956 m)6,417 ft1,956 m
Sites1
Hornet Lookout lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
All 1 shown · by site number
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
Hornet Lookout provides guests with astounding 360-degree views of the surrounding terrain, including Glacier National Park and Kintla Lake on clear days. On some nights, the Northern Lights may be seen from the lookout. Visitors also enjoy access to a variety of recreational activities.
Access to the lookout requires a one-mile hike from the trailhead at the parking area. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.Recreation
From Overture Maps Foundation — Places, 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
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Hornet Lookout: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedWidespread Frost, 2% chance of rain46°26°
- ThuWidespread Frost then Mostly Sunny47°32°
- FriWidespread Frost then Mostly Sunny53°38°
- SatMostly Sunny, 2% chance of rain52°30°
- SunSunny, 1% chance of rain45°33°
Nearby camping
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3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 6.8 mi
Round Prairie
Polebridge, MT · On National Park Service land · Glacier National Park
- 8.4 mi
Sonderson Meadow Dispersed Camping
Polebridge, MT · On U.S. Forest Service land · Flathead National Forest
- 9.2 mi
Pnt03 Tr74 Site 3
Fortine, MT
- 9.3 mi
Tr74 Site 2
Fortine, MT
- 9.7 mi
Tr74 Site 1
Fortine, MT
- 11 mi
Tr26 Site 1
Fortine, MT
Location and contact
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