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Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout

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Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout is located in the Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests near Idaho Springs, CO. The area features mountainous terrain with elevations that can affect temperature, with highs reaching around 70°F in summer and lows dropping to 20°F in winter. Nearby attractions include Mount Evans Scenic Byway and Echo Lake, offering opportunities for hiking and sightseeing.

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Location

Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout is located in Colorado

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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

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

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  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable

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Reviewed Nov. 13, 2018

Great spot with 360 degree views

The fire tower has two levels with 2 twin beds on each level. I recommend staying in the top level as the views are amazing. Look one way, you can see downtown Denver. Look another, Pike's Peak. Another, Mount Evans. It is windy up at 11,500 feet and it rattles the windows at times, but again...the views. The space itself is only about 20' x 20' but you are never bored as the scenery changes in every direction every 5 minutes. You have to reserve the tower well in advance but it is definitely worth it. I must mention there is also about a mile hike up to the tower with your gear but again, it is definitely worth it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout?

Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

Does Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is good coverage for AT&T, good coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout?

There are 1 campsites at Squaw Mountain Fire Lookout and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts