Dispersed Camping
Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout
About
USDA Forest Service
Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
Overview
The Mestaa_____hehe (pronounced mess-taw-HAY) Mountain Fire Lookout is located directly off of Colorado Highway 103 west of Bergen Park and sits at the summit of Mestaa_____hehe Mountain, which is an active communication tower site in Clear Creek County. In addition to being an active communication site, the area is a popular dispersed recreation use area with hiking, recreational shooting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and camping. The lookout is a unique structure constructed of native granite which is situated at over 11,000 feet elevation and was built in the 1940s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The cab measures 14 feet by 14 feet and is completely lined by windows on each side and surrounded by a catwalk, all of which sit on top of a one story stone base.______ The Fire Lookout is open for reservations. We are excited to open the lookout, but wanted to share the following updates with renters: -There will not be staff cleaning in between visitors to the lookout, all renters must thoroughly disinfect and clean before they leave. -Pack out all trash and anything brought up during your stay, please do not leave food, supplies or other items behind. -We will offer disposable items for eating. However, renters are encouraged to bring their own supplies. Reusable utensils/cups will not be provided. -Follow instructions for the incinerating toilet and do not burn disposable wipes or other cleaning items. -If you are sick or have been exposed to COVID 19, please stay home, cancel your reservation and a refund will be provided.
Recreation
Hiking, wildlife viewing, scenic driving, picnicking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing are all easily accessible while staying at the lookout.
Facilities
Hiking, wildlife viewing, scenic driving, picnicking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing are all easily accessible while staying at the lookout.
Natural Features
Besides offering the unique experience of staying in a fire lookout, Mestaa_____hehe Mountain Lookout will provide visitors outstanding panoramic views of the Great Plains, Denver, Mount Blue Sky, Pikes Peak, Longs Peak and other snow-capped peaks.
Nearby Attractions
Mount Blue Sky Recreation Area, Mount Evans Wilderness Area
contact_info
For facility specific information, please call (970) 295-6600.
Location
Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout is located in Colorado
Directions
Please follow the directions provided below and do not use other navigation applications. From Idaho Springs and Interstate 70, take Exit 240 (Colorado Highway 103) and drive south over the bridge on Colorado 103 for 19 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 192.1, a dirt road and continue for one mile where you will come to parking area before a locked gate. Proceed on foot one mile up the road past the locked gate to the Lookout Tower. Do not block access to any of the gates. Winter Access: Interstate 70, take Exit 240 and drive south over the bridge on Colorado 103 for 19 miles to Forest Road 192.1. Park at pull off or along the right hand shoulder of the highway and continue on foot on the road heading up for one mile where you will come to a gate. Pass around the gate and continue for one more mile to the Lookout Tower.
Address
PO Box 3307
Idaho springs, CO 80452
Coordinates
39.6788889 N
105.4927778 W
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
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Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table