Discover the quintessential northwest experience of Oregon's historic fire lookouts
Describes hikes to 45 fire lookouts across Oregon
Includes detailed maps, hike write-ups, and beautiful photographs
Appendix on how to rent or stay in a fire lookout
Hiking Oregon's Fire Lookouts is your comprehensive guide to 40 still-standing lookouts and 5 scenic former lookout sites. Author and fire lookout enthusiast Cheryl Hill combines detailed trail write-ups, maps, and stunning photography with her deep knowledge of Oregon's fire lookout history.
Each entry includes everything hikers need to plan a successful outing: driving directions, trail maps, GPS coordinates, elevation details, permit info, and notes on wildflowers, wildlife, and wildfire history. Whether you're trekking to a panoramic perch in the Cascades or uncovering a hidden site in the Coast Range, this guide reveals the beauty, stories, and sweeping views found at these unique destinations.
Cheryl Hill has worked as a librarian in the Portland area for nearly two decades. A writer, photographer, and avid hiker, Hill volunteers as an ambassador for Trailkeepers of Oregon, educating hikers about hiking etiquette and Leave No Trace principles. She lives in Milwaukie, OR. Visit her online at cherylhill.net or on Instagram @justpeachy
