Swiftcurrent Fire Lookout, Fire lookout tower in Glacier National Park, Montana, US.
The Swiftcurrent Fire Lookout features a 14-by-14-foot cabin positioned on a 10-foot stone foundation at an elevation of 8,007 feet in Glacier National Park.
Constructed in 1936 for $7,500, the lookout tower served as a crucial monitoring station for detecting wildfires across the vast wilderness of Glacier National Park.
The Kootenai Indians previously used this mountain passage for winter travel, naming it 'Pull the Packs Up' before the establishment of the national park.
Visitors can access the lookout through multiple hiking routes, with a primary trail starting at Logan Pass and following the Highline Trail to reach the structure.
The flagstone and mortar surface covering the gable roof sets this lookout apart as the only one in Glacier National Park without an exterior observation catwalk.
Location: Glacier County
Inception: 1936
Architectural style: rustic architecture
GPS coordinates: 48.78562,-113.76705
Latest update: March 9, 2025 14:14
Many Glacier Hotel
8.1 km
Grinnell Glacier
4.8 km
Granite Park Chalet
1.6 km
Garden Wall
7.2 km
Bird Woman Falls
8.7 km
Gem Glacier
5.2 km
Weeping Wall
7.1 km
Great Northern Railway Buildings
1.7 km
The Salamander Glacier
3.7 km
Mount Oberlin
9.3 km
Clements Mountain
10.5 km
Haystack Butte
6.4 km
Chaney Glacier
8.7 km
Ahern Glacier
6.5 km
Heaven's Peak Fire Lookout
9 km
Old Sun Glacier
9.7 km
Mount Cannon
10.4 km
Grinnell Point
6.2 km
Swiftcurrent Glacier
2.4 km
Logan Creek Patrol Cabin
6.9 km
Swiftcurrent Auto Camp Historic District
6.7 km
Many Glacier Campground Camptender's Cabin
6.7 km
Many Glacier Barn and Bunkhouse
9.2 km
Morning Eagle
7.2 km
Swiftcurrent Ranger Station Historic District
7 km
Highline Trailhead South
10.5 km
Many Glacier Campground
6.7 km
Many Glacier Campground Amphitheater
6.6 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes