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Thompson Peak Lookout Tower

Lolo National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundMissoula / Lolo NFMontana⭐ 4.7 (34)
Thompson Peak Lookout Tower
🟢 1 open window right now — soonest Tue Sep 8–Fri Sep 11
Availability checked 21h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
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Thompson Peak Lookout Tower in Montana has 1 open booking window on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Tue Sep 8–Fri Sep 11. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Tue Sep 8 – Fri Sep 113 nights🛖 cabinbook these dates →sites #001
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 1.3 mi away (straight line).

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Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $75/nightCabin Electric🎒 car camping🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.7★★★★★34 ratings
5★28
4★4
3★1
2★0
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon4.0/4
AT&T3.7/4
T-Mobile3.0/4
Sprint retired4.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Thompson Peak Lookout Tower FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Thompson Peak Lookout Tower?

Thompson Peak Lookout Tower in Montana takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Thompson Peak Lookout Tower?

Campsite fees at Thompson Peak Lookout Tower run about $75/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Thompson Peak Lookout Tower when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Thompson Peak Lookout Tower often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Thompson Peak Lookout Tower a good campground?

Thompson Peak Lookout Tower holds an average rating of 4.7/5 from 34 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Thompson Peak Lookout Tower?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Thompson Peak Lookout Tower, Verizon rates highest at 4.0 out of 5 from 20 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Thompson Peak Lookout Tower located?

Thompson Peak Lookout Tower is located in Missoula / Lolo NF, Montana. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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