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Bolan Mountain Lookout - Oregon

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

Bolan Mountain Lookout is a house of glass, windows all around, surrounded by the sheer drop-offs of sharp cliffs on the rugged crest of the Siskiyou Mountains. Take in the breath-taking views of the Red Buttes and Siskiyou Wilderness areas, Preston Peak, and Bolan Lake. To the north are far views of the Kalmiopsis Wilderness and the Illinois River Valley. On a clear day, even Mount Shasta is visible to the southeast. And on a clear night, enjoy the dazzling display of stars and planets.

Larger photos of Bolan Mountain Lookout and Vicinity

Price & Capacity

$40 per night per group, with a maximum of four occupants. Fees are used directly for the maintenance and preservation of this historic lookout.

Because of the tower on the site, this rental is not recommended for families with toddlers or young children.

Reservations

www.RECREATION.gov

1-877-444-6777

Wild Rivers Ranger District
26568 Redwood Highway
Cave Junction, OR 97523
541-592-4000

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Availability

Bolan Mountain Lookout is available for rent during the snow-free season, generally from July 12 to September 30.

-- The maximum length stay is five consecutive nights. --

History

The original lookout, a "D-6" cupola-style lookout (such as those that still exist on the Forest’s Dutchman Peak and Hershberger Mountain), was constructed in 1925. The present structure, an L-4 style lookout, was constructed in 1953. Bolan Mountain Lookout is one of the last L-4-style lookouts (popular during the 1930s) to be constructed, and not many of them remain.

Description

The cabin is small, just 14 x 14 foot, designed to house only one or two people, and offers a primitive camping experience. It is equipped with a table, two chairs, a single-person bed, a footstool, broom and fire extinguisher. There is no water available so be sure to pack in water for drinking, cooking and washing. Visitors must also provide their own camp stove, cookware, dishes and utensils. An outhouse is located near the lookout.

Area Attractions & Activities

Hike down the Bolan Lake trail to Bolan Lake, stocked with trout, and enjoy a day of fishing (non-motorized boats are allowed on the lake) and picnicking. The lookout is also a prime spot for nature and scenic photography, as well as astronomy.

Amenities

Outhouse

Pets

Pets are welcome.

Smoking

No smoking.

Directions

From Cave Junction travel south on Highway 199 6.4 miles to the Happy Camp Road. Turn left and travel 17.3 miles on Forest Service Road (FSR) 46/Happy Camp road to the junction with FSR 4812. Turn left and travel 4.1 miles to the junction of FSR 4812-040, the road to Bolan Lake Campground. Turn left again, and travel 1.1 miles to FSR 535. Turn right and travel 1.6 miles to the lookout. FSR 535 is gated.

The lookout can be accessed by passenger car, but a high clearance vehicle is recommended. Early summer access can be hampered by late season snow pack. Parking is just below the lookout. The 30 to 40 steps up to the lookout are steep and uneven.

Resource Concerns

Port-Orford-cedar root disease is a resource concern in southwest Oregon. The disease can be transported through mud or dirt on vehicles. Visitors must wash their vehicles, including the undercarriage, before entering National Forest lands.

USDA Forest Service - Pacific Northwest Region
Last Modified: Tuesday, 27 November 2007 at 16:26:11 EST