Indian Ridge Lookout
Willamette National Forest, Oregon
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About Indian Ridge Lookout
Overview
The Indian Ridge Lookout sits at an elevation of 5,405 feet in the Willamette National Forest.
Built in 1958, the lookout was used for firefighting by Forest Service personnel until 1973. The lookout is still staffed occasionally during emergencies.
The lookout is accessible by car, although the access road is rocky. Guests must be prepared to climb steep, narrow steps up the 30-foot tower to access the lookout's cabin. The accommodations are primitive, so guests should be prepared to pack in most of their own supplies and gear. Recreation
From the lookout's perch above the tree line and far away from city lights, guests can enjoy spectacular night skies and star gazing.
An unmaintained trail on the ridge meanders through alpine trees and beargrass, allowing hikers to explore the mountaintop.
The French Pete Trail Area in the Three Sisters Wilderness offers several miles of hiking. Cougar Reservoir and Hidden Lake are also in the vicinity, offering
additional recreation options.
Source: Recreation.gov
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