Double Arrow Lookout
Lolo National Forest — lakeside, hiking
Location: Seeley Lake, MT, MT
Price: From $75 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (14 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Double Arrow Lookout offers guests a chance to see the Seeley valley and the adjacent Swan Mountains from a different and unique vantage point, high above the hillside. The tower contains a few modern amenities, including electricity, but allows guests to personalize their visits with their own supplies. A variety of recreational opportunities exist in the surrounding mountains, but the view is usually what attracts people to the tower.The lookout is a short distance from the Clearwater Rive
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/double-arrow-lookout to be notified when sites open up.
Double Arrow Lookout offers a unique high-elevation vantage point with panoramic views of Seeley Valley and the Swan Mountains from a historic fire tower. Campers consistently praise waking up at eye level with stunning scenery and enjoying excellent star gazing opportunities.
Wildlife alert: Grizzly Bear present in area; also White-tailed Deer, Columbian Ground Squirrel, American Red Squirrel, Sandhill Crane, Barn Swallow, Calliope Hummingbird, and Hooded Merganser
Insider tips for Double Arrow Lookout: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site Read the logbook to connect with past visitors High-clearance and 4-wheel drive recommended due to steep sections and rocky road from town
Skip Double Arrow Lookout if: You need standard hookups — no hookups available at this site. You have a low-clearance vehicle — road requires ground clearance for rocky sections.
Best time to visit Double Arrow Lookout: May-October — Official operating season for this seasonal federal campground.
Nearby campgrounds: River Point Lolo Campground (Mt) (Seeley Lake, MT), Seeley Lake Lolo Campground (Mt) (Seeley Lake , MT), Big Larch Campground (Seeley Lake, MT), Lake Inez Point 6 (Group Camp Site) (Seeley Lake, MT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Double Arrow Lookout
Cell signal at Double Arrow Lookout (Seeley Lake, MT): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
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.
The Double Arrow Lookout offers guests a chance to see the Seeley valley and the adjacent Swan Mountains from a different and unique vantage point, high above the hillside. The tower contains a few modern amenities, including electricity, but allows guests to personalize their visits with their own supplies. A variety of recreational opportunities exist in the surrounding mountains, but the view is usually what attracts people to the tower.The lookout is a short distance from the Clearwater River Canoe Trail, which offers a prime location to witness the area’s spectacular birding, wildlife viewing and scenic views.
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
Read the logbook to connect with past visitors
High-clearance and 4-wheel drive recommended due to steep sections and rocky road from town
Official operating season for this seasonal federal campground
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
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Getting there →
From the town of Seeley Lake, turn west on Riverview Drive halfway between MM 13 & 14. Drive straight on the paved road for 0.6 mile, where you will cross over the Clearwater River. Continue on the same road another 0.6 mile where the road will split, stay straight (do not go right). The road will narrow, become more rocky and rough. Proceed almost 1 mile where you will make a right turn. After another 0.2 mile, make another right turn. Go another 0.2 mile and turn right again on Forest Road 696
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lolo National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Lolo 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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