Lunch Peak Lookout
Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Idaho
Sold out? We check Lunch Peak Lookout for cancellations and email you the moment a site opens.
Cancellation alerts
Sold out for your dates?
Free to start. Email alerts included.
As of October 2026, Lunch Peak Lookout is a campground in Idaho Panhandle National Forests with 1 campsite. Lunch Peak Lookout is booked through Recreation.gov.
- PermitSnag checks Lunch Peak Lookout for availability and tells alert holders when a site opens up.
- Lunch Peak Lookout is located at 48.3681° N, 116.1850° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 4
Lunch Peak Lookout reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Campsites at Lunch Peak Lookout
- Cabin 1
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: hiking, wildlife, photography, stargazing, horse riding.
All sites at Lunch Peak Lookout, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the AREA LUNCH PEAK LOOKOUT loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|
| 001 | Cabin | 4 |
About Lunch Peak Lookout
Overview
Lunch Peak lookout offers breathtaking views of Cabinet Mountain Wilderness, the Selkirk Mountains and Lake Pend Oreille. Located in the Cabinet Mountains, 35 miles northeast of Sandpoint, Idaho, the lookout sits at 6,414 ft. Guests can enjoy easy access to Pend Oreille Divide Trail #67.
The lookout is remote and rustic with no heat, furnishings, water or cooking facilities. This basic structure lets visitors experience the feeling of "roughing it" while enjoying the cozy shelter and incredible views of the mountains and valleys below.
Recreation
The Pend Oreille Divide Trail #67 starts just below the lookout and is suitable for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. It follows ridge lines for much of its length and offers great views in all directions. A nice day hike is out to Mt. Pend Oreille and back. 8 miles roundtrip.
Facilities
The 15'x15' cabin was remodeled in 2002 and sits atop a 15' high cinder block foundation. No water or heat is provided. The lookout has limited furnishings which include a sleeping platform, table and cabinet. A modern vault toilet is located at the Pend Oreille Divide trailhead, 300 feet away.
The last four miles of the access road is rough in spots and high clearance vehicles are necessary.
Natural Features
The lookout is located northeast of Sandpoint, Idaho and Lake Pend Oreille at an elevation of 6,414 feet.
Bear, deer, elk, and cougar are among the wildlife native to the area. Visitors are cautioned to be aware of and practice bear safety while staying at Lunch Peak Lookout.
Nearby Attractions
The closest convenience store and fuel is located in Hope, Idaho, approximately 20 miles or a one hour drive.
Charges & Cancellations
CLOSED 2021
Rules and notices at Lunch Peak Lookout
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Lunch Peak Lookout on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
There is no heat, water or power. Bring everything you need to go camping except the tent. A sleeping platform, table and cabinet are provided. There is excellent cell phone coverage at Lunch peak
No drinking water or water of any kind is available. Bring plenty of water for drinking and cooking.
This is a pack it in, pack it out facility. Bring garbage bags and pack out your trash.
No campfires or charcoal grills allowed at the lookout. There is a fire ring just below the lookout near the trailhead. Please be cautious with campfires. it is almost windy at Lunch Peak
No smoking in the lookout.
Bear Habitat. Mandatory food storage order. All food and attractants must be stored properly in vehicles.
Click here for more information on the Idaho Panhandle National Forests Click here
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.
Lunch Peak Lookout FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Lunch Peak Lookout?
Lunch Peak Lookout is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Lunch Peak Lookout?
Cancellations happen frequently at Lunch Peak Lookout, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Lunch Peak Lookout have?
Lunch Peak Lookout has 1 campsites.
More campgrounds in Idaho Panhandle National Forests
Same forest, same drive. Set an alert on any of them alongside this one.
- Arid Peak Lookout availability1 site
- Avery Creek Cabin reservations1 site
- is Beaver Creek a-Frame Cabin (Id) campground open1 site
- Bell Bay Campground availability16 sites
- Berlin Flats campground reservations1 site
- is Deer Ridge Lookout open1 site
Campgrounds
Browse Campsites
Monitor campsite availability across federal and state parks. Get alerts when sites open up at sold-out campgrounds.
Idaho
8 popular campgrounds
- Montpelier Canyon Campground
- Warm Lake Campground
- Williams Lake Campground
- Albeni Cove Campground
- Alturas Lake Inlet Campground
- Amanita Campground
- Antelope (Boise National Forest, Id) Campground
- Bell Bay Campground
California
8 popular campgrounds
- Atwell Mill Campground
- Buckeye Flat Campground
- Canyon View Group Sites
- Cold Springs Campground (Ca)
- Crystal Springs Campground (Ca)
- Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites
- Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping
- Indian Cove Group Campground
Oregon
8 popular campgrounds
- Little Crater Lake Campground
- Cave Creek Campground
- Acorn Woman Lakes Campground
- Big Lake West Campground
- Bolan Lake Campground
- Cavitt Creek Falls Recreation Site
- Clearwater Falls Campground
- Cultus Lake Boat In - West Campground
Utah
8 popular campgrounds
- Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground
- Devils Garden Campground
- Natural Bridges Campground
- North Campground (Ut)
- South Campground (Ut)
- Sunset Campground (Ut)
- Watchman Campground
- Anderson Meadow Campground (Fishlake NF, Ut)
Ohio
8 popular campgrounds
- Grand Lake St. Marys State Park Grand Lake West Bank Marina
- Kiser Lake State Park Kiser Lake Grandview Area Tie Ups Campground
- Lake Logan State Park Lake Logan Marina Beach 1-18 Campground
- Lake Loramie State Park Earls Island Dock Back Campground
- Pike Lake State Park Pike Lake Cabins and Day Use Shelters
- Scioto Trail State Park Stewart Lake Campground
- Buck Creek State Park G Dock Campground
- Buckeye Lake State Park Fairfield Beach a Docks Campground
Minnesota
8 popular campgrounds
- Cass Lake Loop Campground
- Fenske Lake Campground
- Glacial Lakes State Park Lower Campground
- Jeanette Lake Campground
- Lake Bronson State Park Lakeside Extension Campground
- Lake Maria State Park Backpack Campsites
- Lake Shetek State Park Prairie Campground
- Maplewood State Park Grass Lake Campground: Hollow Loop
One tick helps us more than you’d think
Google lets you pick the sites it highlights for you. Add PermitSnag and our campground pages get marked as one of yours in AI Overviews and AI Mode.
Takes less than a minute.