Oak Flat Lookout

I've known about this place since I was a kid and have stayed here many times as recently as a couple of years ago I heard it had been vandalized and all the windows were broken out recently, and...

I've always wanted to go inside of a Forest Service Fire Lookout, just to check out the view. A few years ago I learned that you could actually rent them out and spend the night, like a hotel room...

Pros - Views are awesome. Nice getaway. There's a fire pit, a picnic table and a bathroom. The actual lookout also has 2 beds, a sink and a stove. The stove is really easy to use. Packing tips:...

I love this lookout and stayed here a few years ago. Recreation.gov had sites available to book and I had a reservation. But then we called the ranger to ask a question and she said it was...

Our stay here was spectacular. 360 degree views and an amazing sunset. A high clearance, two wheel drive vehicle can make it to the gate, but not past there. The terrain gets rough, steep, and...