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Pilot Butte Overlook

One of the stops along the National Historic Trail Auto Tour Route, the Pilot Butte overlook includes seven interpretive panels focusing attention on those emigrants who were not able to complete the journey. Two graves commemorate the loss of life on this perilous journey. This is a fee-free site. This site is ADA accessible.

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 42, -109.622629

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Simpsons Hollow
  • NHT Auto Tour Route
  • Buffalo Hump WSA
  • Little Sandy Crossing
  • White Mountain Petroglyphs
  • Sand Dunes WSA

Frequently asked questions

Is Pilot Butte Overlook reservable?

Pilot Butte Overlook is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Pilot Butte Overlook?

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How do I book a campsite at Pilot Butte Overlook?

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