Mission Lookout
Swan Lake, Montana · 3,681 ft · In Flathead National Forest
Photos: USFS M.Chamberlain
At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 3,681 ft (1,122 m)3,681 ft1,122 m
Sites1
Mission 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
Mission Lookout towers above the forest canopy, providing guests with unrivaled 360-degree views of the beautiful Swan Range, Mission Mountains and Swan Lake. The site served for 75 years as a fire detection tower, and the current lookout has been around since its construction in 1959.
The tower can be accessed by vehicle. A parking area is adjacent to the facility. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Will sleep up to 4 people. Dogs are NOT ALLOWED in the Lookout.
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
- T-Mobile5G · 4G LTE
Cell service at Mission Lookout: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny55°25°
- WedAreas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny, 4% chance of rain56°27°
- ThuAreas Of Fog then Sunny62°31°
- FriPatchy Fog then Sunny69°36°
- SatSunny, 2% chance of rain69°32°
Nearby camping
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Swan Guard Station
Public Land · 2.0 mi · Swan Lake
10229-2 Porcupine Creek End
Dispersed · 2.6 mi · Swan Lake
Blair Flats
Public Land · 2.6 mi · Swan Lake
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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