Surveyors Lookout
Avery-Clarkia, Idaho · 6,188 ft · In Idaho Panhandle National Forests
Wildfire 18 mi SE: Moose Mountain, 5,832 acres, 90% contained
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,188 ft (1,886 m)6,188 ft1,886 m
Sites1
Surveyors 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
Located near the Mallard-Larkins Pioneer Area Attractions, Surveyors Lookout is perched atop a 30 foot tower, providing phenomenal views of Snow Peak and the surrounding mountains. The cabin is listed on the National Historic Register for Lookouts and offers visitors a unique camping experience in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest.
The original pole structure lookout was built in 1931 as part of a network of lookouts used to spot fires in the Upper St. Joe Country. The original lookout was replaced with the current treated timber structure in 1964.
From Recreation.gov and Recreation.gov — campground rate cards · · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Surveyors Lookout: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedMostly Sunny, 4% chance of rain45°31°
- ThuSunny54°37°
- FriSunny58°43°
- SatMostly Sunny, 1% chance of rain52°34°
- SunMostly Sunny48°38°
Nearby camping
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Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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