How to get by car to the lookout at Long Tom Mountain in Idaho?
Long Tom Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.493m (8,179ft) above sea level located in Lemhi County, in the US state of Idaho.
Where is Long Tom Mountain?
The peak is located west of Leesburg, in the north-central part of Idaho, within the Salmon - Challis National Forest.
What’s at Long Tom Mountain?
At the summit there’s a fire lookout built in 1924. It has been manned every year since the early 1920’s.
Is the road to Long Tom Mountain unpaved?
The dirt road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s called FR-166. It comprises rocky sections, steep parts and features 2 hairpin turns. A 4x4 vehicle is required.
How long is the road to Long Tom Mountain?
Starting from Forest Road 123, the road to the summit is 3.7 miles long.
Is the road to Long Tom Mountain open year-round?
Set high in the Salmon River Mountains, the road is usually impassable from late October until late spring due to heavy snowfalls.
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