Castle Butte Lookout

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Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
1 site · Lodging
The Castle Butte lookout is perched on a rocky ridge near Kooskia, Idaho, and offers panoramic views of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Close to the tower, you can explore the wildness of the Seven Devils Mountains and the North Fork Clearwater River. At this elevation, within grasp of the stars, you are guaranteed a natural high!
What this place offers
No campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
No potable water
No picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups
1 site
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Creekside getaway

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49mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Victor, MT
Stunning creekside campsites, glamping on a working ranch with views of the Bitterroot and Sapphire Mountains, and stunning star gazing. Historic homeland of the Salish (Flathead) tribe. Eighty acres featuring an old apple orchard, boulders, two creeks, and open areas for hiking, birding, stargazing, and wildlife watching. Bathroom provided next to RV site. Potable water at nearby well head and table provided. Numerous hiking and farm experiences are nearby. Some of the property could have cows grazing, depending on the time of the year. We also have wildlife come through including deer, elk and eagles. This mostly applies to the RV spot we have. Pets are welcome, so bering them along! You are also allowed to have campfires so snuggle up with your favorites by the warm glow at night!
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  • Composting outhouse
  • Very charming outdoor kitchen and shower room
  • Composting outhouse

Sanctuary Farm Yurt Glamping

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48mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 15 sites · Lodging · Alberton, MT
A sanctuary away from everyday life, where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Yurt has electricity, a wood stove for heat in winter, a beautiful outdoor kitchen and bathhouse, and a year round creek nearby. Only 45 minutes from Missoula Montana. Games and books in the yurt. Cedar outhouse. Lots of extras to make for a truly remarkable glamping experience. We offer breakfast and french press organic coffee for an additional fee. Mostly secluded, situated above our garden and raspberry patch, so we are on that side of the garden early on summer mornings.
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$81
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  • Triple Bridges Campground
  • Site #3 - East Meadow camp
  • Triple Bridges Campground

Triple Bridges Campground

92%
(91)
48mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Alberton, MT
Primitive camping with no water or trash service, pack in / pack out. There is a portable toilet. Located in the Alberton Gorge on the Clark Fork River, this is a premier location for the whitewater enthusiast. Take advantage of the class II, III rapids in your kayak or raft, or even surf. Alternatively, enjoy the relaxing Sandy Beach just a few minutes walk from the campground to swim and gaze at the beautiful argilite cliffs. The campground is near both the Interstate and a railroad so there is some ambient noise.
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$26
 / night
  • Sigrist Ranch
  • Sigrist Ranch
  • Sigrist Ranch

Sigrist Ranch

32mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 1 site · Tent, RV · Kamiah, ID
1. Festival land rental 2. Property Rental 3. RV hookups Electrical Water 4. Vanlife 5. Car tent camping Toilet and shower outhouse natural
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$19
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  • Rustic Cabin 11
  • Rustic Cabin 1
  • Rustic Cabin 11

Lochsa Lodge

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24mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 5 sites · Lodging · ID
Lochsa Lodge is a four-season lodge in the heart of wild Idaho! We have 19 different cabins to choose from, some rustic with no plumbing and some fully furnished with private bathroom. The main lodge has a restaurant & tavern serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner daily. Open 365 days a year. Something happens when you get way, way off the beaten path. Time gets a little slower. Your to-do lists go out the window. Out here, it’s just you and the Great Wild West, and this place is every bit as epic as the stories say. The stars are brighter, the rivers are wilder, the air is clearer, the snow is deeper. Heck, even the mountains seem higher. Before you know it, you’ll remember what it’s like to just be you, a little piece of this big earth. You’ll get back to your true nature in no time.
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$120
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  • Brown Cabin at Freedom River
  • Winter wonder land
  • Brown Cabin at Freedom River

Brown Cabin at Freedom River

41mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 4 sites · Lodging · Elk City, ID
This booking offers the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We are located just 3 miles northeast of Elk City, ID. You drive 50 miles back into the forest (on a paved road) to get here and take the same road to leave. This cabin offers 3 bedrooms plus an open loft bedroom. It has 3 queen size beds and 2 twin beds. All bedding is provided. Maximum occupancy is 6 campers. We offer a full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, etc plus all pots, pans, cutlery. All you need to provide is food. The property has one bath with toilet, sink and bath/shower and towels are provided for each guest. Additionally, it has high speed Starlink internet for watching Roku TV and making cell phone calls and staying current with world events. Additional parking is provided on the property for “toy hauler” trailers. The property borders almost 3 million acres of a national Forest and Wilderness. Many of the gravel roads are suitable for your standard 2 wheeler drive car. If you are more adventurous 4 wheel drive will get you a little deeper into the woods. For maximum exploration bring your UTV/ATV and you can go almost anywhere. A day hike is another option, you can drive your car to one of the many gated roads/trails and hike into a pristine lake in the wilderness for a day of fishing or sightseeing. Outdoor/nature adventures abound here all you need to provide is a little adventurous spirit.
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$150
 / night
  • Your space is the back half of this clearing. Park towards the far end.
  • Clearwater Sunny Slope Grotto
  • Your space is the back half of this clearing. Park towards the far end.

Clearwater Sunny Slope Grotto

44mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Elk City, ID
Escape to the awesome beauty of the Clearwater Mountains with this quiet, secluded 9+ acre retreat just a mile from Elk City, Idaho. Nestled near the popular, historic Magruder Road Corridor connecting Darby, MT to Elk City, this south-facing hillside property offers a perfect mix of open view areas and shaded forest—ideal for both tent and vehicle campers. This is the perfect basecamp for adventure and relaxation. Set up camp next to your vehicle on the spacious upper pad or tuck a tent into the mature forest for more privacy. Enjoy the warmth of a firepit as you take in panoramic mountain views on the lower outcrop. Spot elk, deer, and other wildlife that frequently pass through. If you're looking to unwind, hang a hammock in the shade and listen to the wind in the tall trees, or soak in the sun on the large but private pad surrounded by mature firs and pines. Looking for adventure? Whether you’re hunting or recreating; snow camping, snowshoeing, hiking, mountain biking, trail riding on your OHV, or horseback riding through rugged trails, this is your gateway to outdoor exploration. And when you’re ready for a hot meal or a cold drink, Elk City is just minutes away. Grab breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the local VFW or unwind at the Elkhorn Saloon with food and drinks after a day of exploring. Whether you're searching for a peaceful getaway or a rugged staging point for backcountry adventure, Clearwater Sunny Slope Grotto welcomes you.
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  • Site 4
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  • Site 4

R&R Camping in the Forest

86%
(7)
42mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · ID
Learn more about this land: Private secluded area in northern Idaho. Close to towns Orofino idaho 12 miles or Pierce Idaho 14 miles. Dwarshack dam is approximately 30 miles away or the Clearwater River is in Orofino. Ride your bike or ATV on several miles of terrain . Like to fish Campbell pond is just 8 miles away. Quite area with only four camp sites, outhouse and fire pit. Deer and if the time is right wild turkeys will come visit. Come enjoy!
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$33
 / night
  • Freedom Ranch
  • Freedom Ranch
  • Freedom Ranch

Freedom Ranch

28mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 3 sites · RVs · Pierce, ID
Experience the tranquility of nature at Freedom Ranch where exceptional hospitality meets pristine soundings. As a small family-owned ranch nestled in the picturesque Idaho mountains above Orofino, we offer a unique get away like no other. Discover our elevated property and beautiful setting surrounded by towering pines and sweet melody of nature. Escape the crowds and embrace the intimate experience where you can truly unwind and reconnect with loved ones. Located minutes from Downtown Historic Pierce, ID near by activities include: hunting, fly fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, ATV riding, hiking, gold panning, logging museum, swimming.
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  • Heidi’s Private Reserve
  • Heidi’s Private Reserve
  • Heidi’s Private Reserve

Heidi’s Private Reserve

40mi from Castle Butte Lookout · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Orofino, ID
20 acres overlooking the Orofino creek canyon. 14 miles from Orofino and in the heart of the Northern Idaho wilderness. Abundant outdoor activities minutes away.
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What this place offers
No campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
No potable water
No picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups

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