Openings · last 7 days
2
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234428
When Monument Peak Lookout reopens
Monument Peak Lookout's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
2
Openings · last 90 days
2
Only 2 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 44 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026): 1 open for online reservation · 43 reserved.
Where the open windows are
97.7% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 1 of 44 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 31, 2026Not open online97.7%
Open site-nights1 / 44
Reserved (of online inventory)43 / 44
Weekday openings1
Weekend openings0
Of the open cabin-nights on mapped sites, 1 fall on weekdays and 0 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026October is fully reserved. 0 of 31 tracked site-nights are open there — 31 reserved.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 cabin| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open cabin-nights · tracked window| Cabin | Open cabin-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 1 |
This cabin currently has 1 cabin-night available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateThu · Sep 24
October0 of 31 · fully reserved
The next bookable night is Sep 24. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
1 open cabin-night across 1 cabin at Monument Peak Lookout, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
All 1 cabin with current availability
| Cabin | Max RV | Hookups | Open cabin-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Not recorded | None | 1 | 1 night | Sep 24 |
About Monument Peak Lookout
Overview
Monument Peak Lookout offers guests an impressive yet rustic room with a view. The lookout, built in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, is perched atop Monument Peak, boasting spectacular 360 degree views of the Little Belt Mountains. The lookout was once used to spot forest fires but was left unused since the 1970s. In 1999, the lookout was removed from its 50 foot pole, restored and placed on a short, solid foundation for public rental use. A high clearance vehicle is recommended, as the 2 miles of road leading up to the cabin are rough and rocky. During wet conditions the entie road may be muddy and often times slippery. The Lookout/Cabin is avaialble for rental between June 1 and Novemebr 30 and is closed for the remainder of the year .
Facilities
The rustic lookout has two beds with mattresses, two propane lanterns, a table and chairs and a propane cooking stove. Pots, pans, dishes and utensils are included but are limited. A vault toilet is about 100 feet from the structure. No water, electricity or plumbing is available. Recommended items to bring include drinking water, bedding, flashlights, food, small propane canisters, firewood, matches and a cooler. ( Click here ) for more cabin details.
Natural Features
The lookout sits at 7,395 feet in elevation, offering views of Monument Ridge and Strawberry Ridge. The surrounding region is a dense coniferous forest with fir, spruce and pine trees. Lewis and Clark National Forest has many miles of streams and fishing opportunities. Native wildlife includes black bears, mule-deer, white-tailed deer, elk, bald eagles, mountain lions and other species.
1 monitored cabinNo hookupsMax party 2
Getting there
From Great Falls, go east on U.S. Highway 87/89 about 22 miles (just past Belt) and turn right (south) at the rest area onto U.S. Highway 89 (heading toward Monarch and Neihart). Go about 9.5 miles and turn right on County Road 340. Drive 8 miles to the junction with Road 349 and turn left (south), then drive 4.3 miles to Forest Road 839 and turn right (south). Go 8.5 miles and turn right on Road 268. Drive 3.5 miles to the lookout. Snowmobiles, cross-country skis or snowshoes are required for access during most of the winter.
809 2Nd St. Nw, Harlowton, MT 59036406-632-4391
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-234428 · facility
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Roll CS-234428 · Monument Peak Lookout · Harlowton MT3 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Monument Peak Lookout?
Reservations for Monument Peak Lookout are made through Recreation.gov. 97.7% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation; 1 of 44 remain open. Campsite Sniper has also detected 2 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Monument Peak Lookout?
Campsite Sniper detected 2 site-date openings at Monument Peak Lookout in the last 7 days, 2 over 30 days and 2 over the last 90.
Which month has the most availability at Monument Peak Lookout?
September 2026, with 1 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 13.
When is the next open date at Monument Peak Lookout?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Thu, Sep 24. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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