National Forest Cabin McCart Lookout Tower

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Website http://www.fs.usda.gov/bitterroot Phone 406-821-3913

Overview Service & Activities

About McCart Lookout is a historic L4 lookout located on McCart Peak east of the Bitterroot Valley. The lookout is one room with a bed platform suitable for two people. The lookout can accommodate up to four. The lookout measures 14x14 feet with a 30-inch catwalk around the outside. There is a wood stove for heat. You may have to saw your own wood from down and dead material found nearby. A bowsaw and ax are provided. A two burner propane campstove is provided but bring your own propane canisters. Utensils for cooking and eating are provided. There is no drinking water available. A Coleman lantern is provided but bring your propane to operate it. An outdoor toilet serves the lookout but bring your own toilet paper. The lookout has been restored to reflect a lookout of the 1940s. This includes the stove, furniture, dishes and other small touches. There is a small corral for two or three head of stock. There is a combination lock on the door of the lookout. Call the Sula Ranger District one week prior to your arrival for the current combination.

Contact

MAILING ADDRESS PO Box 388
Darby, MT 59829

CONTACT 406-821-3913

FAX 406-821-4264

Details

SEASON 5/25 - 19/30

HOURS Check-in: 2:00pm Check-out: 12:00pm

SPECIAL DIRECTIONS Starting from Missoula, go south on Highway 93 to Sula, approximately 90 miles. Just before crossing the East Fork of the Bitterroot River in the town of Sula, take a left onto the East Fork Road. Travel approximately 15 miles to Forest Road #435, Johnson Peak Trail. Travel 5.5 miles to the trailhead. Hike 1.5 miles to the lookout. Snowmobiles, ATVs or motorcycles are not allowed on this trail. Stock is welcome.

SERVICES Pets Allowed Trail

ACTIVITIES Hiking History