Openings · last 7 days
0
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-234429
When Deer Ridge Lookout reopens
Deer Ridge Lookout's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
3
Openings · last 90 days
3
Only 3 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 5, 2026 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 18 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 5, 2026): 18 reserved.
Currently fully reserved online
All 18 tracked site-nights are currently reserved. Openings appear when inventory returns to Recreation.gov; a free alert catches them the moment Campsite Sniper detects one.
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 5, 2026Not open online100%
Open site-nights0 / 18
Reserved (of online inventory)18 / 18
Of the 18 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Oct 5, 2026): 18 reserved.
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — all tracked site-nights are 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.
About Deer Ridge Lookout
Overview
Deer Ridge Lookout, perched on a 40 foot timber frame, boasts excellent views of the Purcell mountain ranges of Northern Idaho, Canada and Montana. Located 24 miles northeast of Bonners Ferry, guests can enjoy magnificent scenery, hiking and wildlife watching.
The lookout can be accessed by car and the gravel road to the lookout is well maintained.
Recreation
Hiking and viewing the scenery are two well-loved activities at the facility. Hiking trails from the lookout follow along the Deer Ridge and Ruby Ridge. Huckleberry picking is enjoyed from August to September.
Fly fishing is available in the Moyie River, where anglers can cast for rainbow and brook trout. Make sure to check all regulations and secure all permits with the local Fish and Wildlife department before heading out.
Facilities
The 14' X 14' cabin has a wraparound catwalk, with a trap door that lifts for access to the tower's entrance staircase. The staircase is steep and is not recommended for small children. Furnishings include two twin beds, two chairs, a dresser and a table. A pit toilet is located 50 yards away.
No water is available. Guests should bring plenty of water for drinking, cooking and washing. Cooking is not permitted in the lookout. All cooking should be done outside and at ground level. Guests should bring a tarp to block the rain. Other items to bring include bedding, a first aid kit, towels and flashlights.
Natural Features
The Lower Kootenai River Area (Bonners Ferry District) is bordered by the Purcell and Cabinet Ranges and the Montana Line on the east, the rugged Selkirk Range on the west, and the Canadian border to the north.
The Kootenai River meanders north and west through the District, and the Moyie River joins it from the north. Peaks are moderate in elevation (6000 - 7000 ft.) but are rugged due to heavy glaciation. They are renowned for their mountaineering challenge.
The lookout is perched atop Deer Ridge at an elevation of 4,755 feet. The view from the facility includes the rugged Purcell mountain peaks and the beautiful Moyie River Valley and Moyie Springs.
Elk, deer and black bears are among the wildlife in the area. Please be aware of and practice bear safety.
1 monitored cabinNo hookupsMax party 4
Getting there
Take Highway 95/2 north from the Bonners Ferry Ranger Station for 5 miles. Turn right onto Highway 2 and head east for 2 miles. Turn left onto Meadow Creek Road and head north and east for 10 miles to the bridge over the Moyie River. Turn right onto Road 2541 (Placer Creek Road) and go east 1.5 miles. Next, drive north on Road 2540 for 6 miles until the road ends at Deer Ridge Lookout.
6286 Main Street, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805208-267-5561
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-234429 · facility
Photo gallery
Roll CS-234429 · Deer Ridge Lookout · Bonners Ferry ID3 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Deer Ridge Lookout?
Reservations for Deer Ridge Lookout are made through Recreation.gov. All 18 tracked site-nights are currently reserved; a free alert catches the next detected opening. Campsite Sniper has also detected 3 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 Deer Ridge Lookout?
Campsite Sniper detected 3 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Does Deer Ridge Lookout have online availability right now?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot, all 18 tracked site-nights are currently reserved. A free Campsite Sniper alert catches the next detected opening.
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