At Lookout Pass Motel, you’re at the heart of four seasons of adventure.

From powder skiing in the winter, to iconic biking routes in summer, to alpine hikes in the fall, we are your basecamp for Idaho–Montana exploration.

Winter Adventures

Skiing & Snowboarding

Enjoy 52 named runs, glade skiing, and the new Eagle Peak expansion with more vertical and fresh terrain. Perfect for all levels.

Terrain Parks

Freestyle riders can hit rails, jumps, and creative features in the Lookout terrain parks.

Free Ski School for Kids

A beloved tradition: free Saturday lessons that have introduced generations to the slopes.

Lodge Comforts

Refuel at the Loft Pub & Grill or warm by the fire in the historic lodge.

Regional Winter Fun

• Snowmobiling on hundreds of miles of groomed trails

• Cross-country skiing & snowshoeing in nearby forests

• Tubing & sledding hills for family fun

Biking Adventures

Lookout Pass is the hub of the Northwest’s most legendary trails. From family outings to multi-day bikepacking expeditions, there’s something for every rider.

Rail-Trail Classics

• Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes (73 mi paved): Wildlife, lakes, and family-friendly fun.

• NorPac Trail (~22 mi gravel): Gentle climb over Lookout Pass, connecting ID ↔ MT.

• Route of the Hiawatha (15 mi gravel): Ride through the St. Paul Pass Tunnel and across seven sky-high trestles. Lights and tickets required.

• Route of the Olympian (31 mi gravel): Remote, riverside beauty extending from the Hiawatha.

Family Favorites

• Harrison ↔ Chatcolet Bridge (flat, paved, scenic)

• Kellogg ↔ Wallace (cafés at both ends)

• Lewiston–Clarkston Levee Trail (25+ mi paved riverside paths)

Mountain & Gravel Rides

• Up Up Ridge #250 → Eagle Peak (alpine singletrack with big views)

• Silver Mountain Bike Park (lift-served downhill in Kellogg)

• NorPac over Lookout (gravel sampler with Saltese pie stop)

Bikepacking Epics

• Plummer → Missoula Traverse: Connect CDA Trail, NorPac, Hiawatha & Olympian into Missoula.

• Lookout → Lewiston via the St. Joe River: Remote backcountry riding through Avery & St. Maries into the LC Valley.

• Bitterroot Figure-8: NorPac + Hiawatha + Olympian combo for a 2–3 day loop.

Hiking Trips (Spring • Summer • Fall)

Whether you want a casual day hike or a multi-week backcountry trek, the Lookout Pass region is a hiker’s paradise.

Multi-Week Epics

• Idaho Centennial Trail (~995 mi): Crosses Bitterroot & Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness—wild, rugged, remote.

• Pacific Northwest Trail (~1,200 mi): From Glacier NP to the Pacific, with sections crossing nearby.

Week-Long Adventures

• Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Traverse: 4–6 days of alpine lakes, meadows, and remote passes.

• Glacier National Park North Loop: 5–6 days of iconic peaks and wildlife (permit required).

Multi-Day Trips

• Big Creek → Bear Creek (Selway-Bitterroot): 3–4 days of ridges, wildflowers, and solitude.

• Cabinet Mountain Lakes Loops: Overnight options with alpine lakes and panoramic ridges.

Day Hikes Near Lookout Pass

• Lookout Pass Summit Trails: Scenic lift up, hike down with mountain views.

• Kellogg Peak Fire Lookout Trail (~3.7 mi roundtrip): Big views with modest effort.

• Pulaski Tunnel Trail (~4 mi): Historic mine route with interpretive signs.

• Revett Lake (~3 mi): Family-friendly alpine lake hike.

• Up Up Lookout & Eagle Peak: Longer ridge hikes for adventurous day trippers.

Seasonal Tips

• Spring: Wildflowers bloom, lower trails open early.

• Summer: Best alpine access—snow gone by July.

• Fall: Stunning larch & aspen color, cooler temps, fewer bugs.

Stay & Play at Lookout Pass Motel

• 5 minutes from the lifts in winter

• Trailheads at your doorstep in summer

• Comfortable, family-friendly rooms year-round

Whether you’re planning a powder weekend, a bikepacking expedition, or a hiking adventure, Lookout Pass Motel is your home base.

Lookout Pass Motel - Your gateway to epic adventure.

(406) 678-4328

Lookout Pass Trail of the Hiawatha Trail Map (click here)

Lookout Pass Trail Snowboarding/Skiing Trail Map (click here)

Lookout Pass Bike Park Map (click here)

Lookout Pass Hiking Map - Just a few of many (click here)

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