Flag Point Lookout

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Mt. Hood National Forest

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Mt. Hood National Forest Fees: The lookout is available during winter months, from Nov. 1 to May 31. The maximum length stay is seven consecutive nights. Fees are used for the maintenance and preservation of the lookout. Season: November 1 to May 31 Reservations: Reservations available on Recreation.gov . Fire lookouts are popular and reservations are booked quickly. If you weren't able to make a reservation, consider setting availability alerts on Rec.gov… Overview Flag Point Lookout is situated on the eastern side of Mt. Hood and is surrounded by the Badger Creek Wilderness, the lookout boasts a spectacular panorama view of snow-covered treetops and rugged Cascade peaks. It provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing, as well as winter sports. During summer driving conditions the lookout can be accessed by driving, 4WD or AWD is highly recommended. During winter driving conditions, the lookout can only be accessed by skiing, snowmobiling or snowshoeing either 10 or 17 miles from a parking area at Billybob Sno-park or Little John Sno-park. Winter driving conditions can occur in early fall and persist late into the spring. A Northwest Forest Pass is required for the parking area at Billy Bob Sno-park, annual or day passes can be purchased in person at the Hood River Ranger… Getting there: Late Spring/Early Fall Access: Prior to snowfall in the early fall, and following snowmelt in the late spring, the lookout can be accessed by passenger vehicle. AWD or 4WD is recommended. There is a gate about .2 miles before the lookout which may be locked when you arrive. The combination to the gate is the same combination provided to access the lookout tower. Please leave the gate in which you found it upon arrival. Driving from Hood River/Portland/Sandy – take highway 35 to FS road 44… Rules: - You cannot drive your vehicle to this site, unless it's a snowmobile. Forest Road 44 closes to cars and trucks seasonally. - Smoking is not allowed in the lookout tower. Phone: 541-467-2291 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10289153 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS