Diamond Butte Lookout/Cabin Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Diamond Butte Lookout in Montana offers a unique, remote camping experience inside a historic fire lookout tower.


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Summary

Reservations are required via Recreation.gov, with a nightly fee. There are no additional established campsites or dispersed camping permitted nearby. The site includes a wood stove, twin bed, table, benches, fire ring, and pit toilet—no running water, electricity, or RV access. Set in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, the high alpine setting offers sweeping views, solitude, and access to nearby hiking and wildlife watching. Best visited June–September due to snow. Campers must pack in water and supplies. It’s ideal for those seeking rustic, scenic solitude.

       

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Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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