Scurvy Mountain Lookout

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests — lakeside

Location: Pierce, ID, ID

Price: From $45 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

The popular lookout is perched on Scurvy peak at the end of trail #524 overlooking the Moose buttes, Cayuse and Kelly Cr drainages and Scurvy Lake. The first lookout was a platform built in 1917 with a cabin added in 1935. The present cab was built in 1952 that was gradually restored by volunteers over a 10-year span and became an inclusion to the National Register of Historic lookouts in 2004.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Camp Host

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/scurvy-mountain-lookout to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1952 cabin perched on Scurvy peak with restored volunteer work, included in the National Register of Historic Lookouts in 2004. Overlooks Moose buttes, Cayuse and Kelly Creek drainages, and Scurvy Lake.

Wildlife alert: Spotted Sandpiper

Insider tips for Scurvy Mountain Lookout: Book early — federal campground with high demand Trailhead not accessible with low clearance vehicles 4+ mile hike required to reach the lookout cabin

Skip Scurvy Mountain Lookout if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You have a low clearance vehicle — trailhead not accessible. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Scurvy Mountain Lookout: May-October — Official operating season.

Nearby campgrounds: Kelly Forks Cabin (Orofino, ID), Cold Springs Peak Cabin - Clearwater Nf (Id) (OROFINO, ID), Liz Creek Cabin (Orofino, ID), Castle Butte Lookout (KOOSKIA, ID).

Cell Phone Coverage at Scurvy Mountain Lookout

Cell signal at Scurvy Mountain Lookout (Pierce, ID): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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Pierce, ID, ID★ 4.6 (5 reviews)From $45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The popular lookout is perched on Scurvy peak at the end of trail #524 overlooking the Moose buttes, Cayuse and Kelly Cr drainages and Scurvy Lake. The first lookout was a platform built in 1917 with a cabin added in 1935. The present cab was built in 1952 that was gradually restored by volunteers over a 10-year span and became an inclusion to the National Register of Historic lookouts in 2004.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Camp Host

Straight talk

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available✕ You have a low clearance vehicle — trailhead not accessible✕ You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with high demand

Trailhead not accessible with low clearance vehicles

4+ mile hike required to reach the lookout cabin

Best: May-October

Official operating season

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Spotted Sandpiper

Location

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208 (476) 4541· Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
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Scurvy Mountain Lookout is approximately 35 air miles northeast of the community of Pierce, Idaho on the North Fork Ranger District of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest. The last 50 miles of travel to the cabin from Pierce are mostly single lane, gravel surfaced roadways that may be peppered with large potholes and rocks, the last 4 miles being rutted 2 track road requiring 4X4 high clearance vehicles operated by experienced operators and 5 miles of multi-use, moderate difficulty trail. S

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Scurvy Mountain Lookout cost per night?+
Scurvy Mountain Lookout costs $45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Scurvy Mountain Lookout open?+
Scurvy Mountain Lookout is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Scurvy Mountain Lookout have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Scurvy Mountain Lookout?+
Scurvy Mountain Lookout is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Scurvy Mountain Lookout?+
Scurvy Mountain Lookout is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Scurvy Mountain Lookout?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Scurvy Mountain Lookout is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Scurvy Mountain Lookout open, and what are check-in times?+
Scurvy Mountain Lookout is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$45 /night★ 4.6 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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