Pine Mountain Lookout was originally constructed in 1933 to protect area lumber mills from fire. This historic lookout remained in operation through the mid-1940’s. Today, visitors to the Mendocino National Forest may rent this historic lookout for overnight use. Reservations can be made through the National Recreation Reservation Service, http://www.Recreation.gov. This lookout is accessible by road and is located approximately 20 miles north of the town of Upper Lake, and approximately 9 miles south west of Lake Pillsbury Recreation Area, on the Upper Lake Ranger District.

Number of Persons Shelter Will Accommodate: 6

Shelter Warming Source

None

What to Bring

Bring your own drinking water, cooking supplies, bedding.

Nightly Rate or Fee (if any): $50.00

Direct Link to Reservation Site: http://www.recreation.gov/

For More Information, Contact:

Upper Lake Ranger District
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino/recreation/lookout/
10025 Elk Mountain Road, Upper Lake, CA 95485
707-275-2361