Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests
Crooked River National Grassland

The 14' x 14' cabin sits on a two-story tower hugging the side of Green Ridge. The lookout was built in 1963 at this site because of its spectacular view of the Metolius River Valley and Mt. Jefferson. The lookout is at an elevation of 4,800 feet.  Winter access may require high clearance 4x4 vehicles, snowmobiles or cross-country skis.

The lookout can accommodate 4 people and is available for rental from April 15 to June 30 and from September 15 to November 15.  The rental rate is $40/night. 

Reserve USA will begin taking reservations the end of January, 2006. Visit their website at ReserveUSA or call: 1-877-444-6777. Further information may be obtained from:

Sisters Ranger District
P.O. Box 249
Sisters, OR 97759

(541) 549-7700

Recreation facility permits are issued under the conditions of the Granger-Thye Act, April 24, 1950 (16 USC 5672).  Your dollars will be used for the maintenance of these facilities.

Type of Rooms: Single room lokout cab

Maximum Number of vehicles: 3

Minimum Length of Stay: 1 night

Maximum Length of Stay: 7 nights

Activities Close By: Hiking, bird watching,

Toilet Facilities: Vault toilet

Cooking facilities & Utensils: 3 burner gas stove/oven, misc. basic cooking and eating utensils

Lights: 1 gas overhead light

Refrigerator: Yes (propane)

Water Heater: No

Shower: No

Heat Source: Wall heater (propane)

Bedding: 1 bed (3/4 size)

Furnishings: 1 table, 2 chairs

Visitor responsible for garbage: Yes

Additional Area for Tents: Yes

Pets Allowed: Outside only

Other Amenities: Picnic on deck below lookout cabin

Smoking Allowed: No

Nearest Town: Sisters, OR aprox 23 miles

Directions: From Sisters, travel 5.5 miles west on U.S. Highway 20 to Forest Road 11 at Indian Ford Campground. Turn right on FSR 11, heading north; travel on the paved road for approximately 10 miles to the end of the pavement and junction of FSR 1150. Take the left fork, FSR 1150, to a junction with FSR 1154. Take a left on FSR 1154 to FSR 1140. Take a left of FSR 1140 to spur road 600. Take a very sharp right on spur road 600 and travel approximately 1/2 mile to a locked gate on the right, spur road 650 (no signs). Unlock the gate with provided key. At the end of the spur road is the Green Ridge Lookout.

Safety Concerns: Falling hazards, small children should be closely watched.