Established Camping
Fairview Peak Lookout Tower
About
USDA Forest Service
Overview
This lookout is perched atop Fairview Peak at an elevation of 5,933 feet, offering visitors a unique lodging experience in Umpqua National Forest in southwest Oregon.
The Fairview Peak site was historically occupied as a fire lookout since the 1920s. During the late 50s and…
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Cabins
Features
Location
Fairview Peak Lookout Tower is located in Oregon
Directions
During June and October, there may be inclement weather conditions such as snow and ice that can make accessing the lookout more dangerous. Guests may have to snowshoe, cross-country ski or snowmobile 5 miles to the site in winter.<br /><br />Entry to the road and tower is secured with combination locks. The combination will be provided in your reservation confirmation letter. You may also contact the Cottage Grove Ranger Station for the combinations and other area information by calling (541) 767-5000 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note that the ranger station is unable to provide assistance during weekends and holidays, so please plan ahead for a safe experience.<br /><br />Access is via single lane, graveled roads located on steep hillsides. The last few miles are narrow and rocky and high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended. Proceed slowly and deliberately, using low gear.<br /><br />From Oregon Interstate 5, take Cottage Grove exit 174 onto Row River Road 2400. Continue east for 19 miles to Brice Creek Road 2470. Keep right and continue on Brice Creek Road for 12 miles to Noonday Road 2212. Turn right and travel 8.8 miles. At Champion Saddle, stay to your left, traveling on Sharps Creek Road 2460 for 1.1 miles to Fairview Lookout Road, 2460-773. Turn right on this road, pass through the gate and follow for 1.2 miles to the lookout.
Coordinates
43.58750065 N
122.65527767 W