Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin
Boise National Forest — hiking
Location: EMMETT, ID, ID
Price: From $80 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (15 reviews)
Season: May through October
Deadwood Lookout Recreation Cabin is a historic Forest Service fire lookout on Deadwood Mountain. The structure provides sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding forest, making this a unique place to overnight. At least two other lookouts have existed previously on Deadwood Mountain, but the current one was built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Firewood for Sale
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Historic 1934 CCC-built fire lookout cabin on Deadwood Mountain offering sweeping panoramic forest views. Campers consistently praise the stunning vistas and unique rustic experience, with a 4.6/5 rating from 15 reviews.
Wildlife alert: Gray Wolf, Wapiti, Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Red Squirrel, American Kestrel, Chukar, Western Terrestrial Garter Snake, and Western Fence Lizard present within 8km.
Insider tips for Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site. High clearance vehicle recommended for the access road to the lookout. Bring plenty of water and a camera for the panoramic views. Duck when opening the toilet door — verified camper report.
Skip Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin if: You need hookups — no hookups available.. You require year-round access — seasonal May through October only.. You need multiple sites — only 1 tent site available..
Best time to visit Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin: May-October — Official operating season per verified campground data..
Nearby campgrounds: Pine Flats (Id) (LOWMAN, ID), Mountain View (Lowman, ID), Park Creek (Idaho) (Lowman, ID), Kirkham (LOWMAN, ID).
Cell Phone Coverage at Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin
Cell signal at Deadwood Lookout Rec Cabin (EMMETT, ID): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Deadwood Lookout Recreation Cabin is a historic Forest Service fire lookout on Deadwood Mountain. The structure provides sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding forest, making this a unique place to overnight. At least two other lookouts have existed previously on Deadwood Mountain, but the current one was built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site.
High clearance vehicle recommended for the access road to the lookout.
Bring plenty of water and a camera for the panoramic views.
Duck when opening the toilet door
verified camper report.
Official operating season per verified campground data.
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Boise, Idaho, take Highway 55 north about 35 miles to Banks, Idaho. Turn right (east) on Banks-Lowman Road and proceed 25 miles to the junction with Forest Road 555. Turn left (north) on Road 555 and proceed 9 miles to the junction of Forest Roads 555 and 555EC. Turn right on 555EC and proceed 3 miles to Deadwood Lookout Recreation Cabin at the end of the road.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Boise National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Boise National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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