HIking Oregon's Fire Lookouts

Discover Oregon’s historic fire lookouts on foot

Discover the quintessential northwest experience of Oregon’s historic fire lookouts

• Describes hikes to 45 fire lookouts across Oregon
• Includes detailed maps, hike write-ups, and beautiful photographs
• Appendix on how to rent or stay in a fire lookout

Hiking Oregon’s Fire Lookouts is your comprehensive guide to 40 still-standing lookouts and 5 scenic former lookout sites. Author and fire lookout enthusiast Cheryl Hill combines detailed trail write-ups, maps, and stunning photography with her deep knowledge of Oregon’s fire lookout history.

Each entry includes everything hikers need to plan a successful outing: driving directions, trail maps, GPS coordinates, elevation details, permit info, and notes on wildflowers, wildlife, and wildfire history. Whether you’re trekking to a panoramic perch in the Cascades or uncovering a hidden site in the Coast Range, this guide reveals the beauty, stories, and sweeping views found at these unique destinations.