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Squaw Peak Lookout

Squaw Peak Lookout is situated in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest near Jacksonville, Oregon. The terrain features forested areas and mountainous landscapes. Visitors can experience temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 30°F in winter, with nearby attractions including the Applegate Lake and the historic town of Jacksonville.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

Overview

Acorn Woman Peak Lookout was constructed in 1942. It is an L-4 style cabin, and is on the National Historic Site Registry. The lookout is surrounded by glass windows on all sides, providing visitors with an unparalleled view of the steep drop-offs and breath-taking views of the rugged Siskiyou Mountains. This historic lookout is available for rent during the snow-free season with a maximum length of stay being 5 consecutive nights. Guests must bring most of their own amenities.

Recreation

The lookout is also a prime spot for nature and scenic photography due to the stunning vistas provided. For visitors interested in astronomy, stargazing is a popular activity on clear nights.

Facilities

The lookout is also a prime spot for nature and scenic photography due to the stunning vistas provided. For visitors interested in astronomy, stargazing is a popular activity on clear nights.

Natural Features

From the lookout, guests are treated to expansive views of the Red Buttes Wilderness area, Acorn Woman Lake and the Little Applegate Valley. To the north are far views of the Rogue Valley and Mt. McLaughlin and to the east is Wagner Butte and Dutchman Peak. On a clear day, visitors can see the rim of Crater Lake, Mt. Bailey and Mt. Thielsen. Clear nights provide guests with a dazzling display of stars and planets.

Nearby Attractions

The United States Congress designated the Red Buttes Wilderness in 1984 and it now includes a total of 19,940 acres. Management of the Red Buttes Wilderness, located on the California/Oregon border, is shared by the Klamath National Forest and the Rogue River - Siskiyou National Forest. The majority of the Wilderness lies within the boundaries of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Several lakes are accessible in the forest. Acorn Woman Peak looks south to Acorn Woman Lakes, a semi-primitive developed recreation area that accepts camping reservations from May through September. Applegate Lake is a large reservoir with boat ramps, campgrounds, viewpoints and a developed recreation area named Hart Tish. Both lakes are open for fishing year-round.

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Location

Squaw Peak Lookout is located in Oregon

Detail location of campground

Directions

Starting in Jacksonville, drive on Highway 238 west 8 miles to the town of Ruch. Turn left on Upper Applegate Road and proceed 10.2 miles to Forest Road 20, (Beaver Creek Road). Turn left and go 4.1 miles to the junction of Forest Road 20 and Forest Road 2010 (Hanley Gulch Road). Turn right and go 5.1 miles to the junction of Forest Road 2010 and Forest Road 2010/350. Open the locked gate with the combination on your reservation slip, and re-lock the gate behind you. Go 1 mile to Acorn Woman Peak Lookout.

Address

6941 Upper Applegate Road
Jacksonville, OR 97530

Coordinates

42.0696833 N
123.0118778 W

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