Bolan Mountain Lookout Near Cave Junction, OR

About Bolan Mountain Lookout

In 2024, the Siskiyou Mountain Club partnered with the US Forest Service to rebuild the Bolan Mountain Lookout after it burned down in the Slater fire in 2020. For more information on this project, check out this short film created by Vincent DiFrancesco with the Siskiyou Mountain Club. https://youtu.be/wJYSNzqWCVoBolan Mountain Lookout is surrounded by glass windows on all sides, providing visitors with an unparalleled view of the sheer drop-offs sharp cliffs, and breath-taking views of the rugged Siskiyou Mountains. The historic lookout is available for rent during the snow-free season with a maximum length of stay being 3 consecutive nights, and guests must bring several of their own amenities.

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C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

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4 guests

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Up to 4 guests

Surface: Gravel

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Reviews (17)

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What Guests Are Saying

Bolan Mountain Lookout offers stunning views and an exceptional, modernized lookout experience, complete with cozy facilities, LED lighting, and USB charging ports. Visitors appreciate the beautiful nearby lake and trails for day-long entertainment. While the access road has some rough patches, the overall experience, especially under the starry sky, is highly praised.

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Dustin M

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September 4, 2026 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

Very nice lookout! No cookstove. Be prepared. Rough road. Great views.

Sophia T

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August 13, 2026 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

We had so much fun here! Surprisingly good cell reception at the top. Stars were absolutely dazzling.

Stephanie B

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November 11, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

Exceptional lookout. The views are beautiful but the rebuilt lookout is the gold standard for all lookouts. Love it. The nearby lake and trails are perfect for entertaining yourself all day.

Stephanie B

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November 11, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

Exceptional lookout. The views are beautiful but the rebuilt lookout is the gold standard for all lookouts. Love it. The nearby lake and trails are perfect for entertaining yourself all day.

Ross s

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November 5, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

The reconstructed lookout is truly incredible! It’s cozy and spotless, though keep in mind there’s no heater. The LED lighting and USB charging ports add a nice modern touch. The deck is spacious and perfect for relaxing and taking in the view. The road up is generally easy to navigate, but the final stretch is rocky and may be a bit rough for a regular car. The views of the decimated forest are still beautiful in a haunting way, especially at night under massive starry sky.

Ross s

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November 5, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

Nick T

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October 26, 2020 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

It was amazing. Reserved for two nights but left before the second night due to the slater fire. Sad it burned down, but I took pictures of the log book and put them in a google drive folder for people to see since I had a feeling it was going to burn https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1foZZTNV8_inGPjo2iBXZxPpiaWInLYhT

Nick T

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October 26, 2020 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

Daniel B

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September 9, 2020 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

Best lookout we've stayed at thus far (out of 4). Views and landscape are incredible at every angle. Nice roomy deck, which was fantastic for unobstructed stargazing from the comfort of your front porch. Service was good enough for my fiancé to study with her hotspot on. Sign me up for that classroom! We could see flames from the south our final night :/ Hopefully this slice of heaven remains safe

Daniel B

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September 9, 2020 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA BOLAN MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT

Location & Directions for Bolan Mountain Lookout

Bolan Mountain Lookout Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest Wild Rivers Ranger District 26568 Redwood Highway, Cave Junction, OR 97523 United States

Elevation: 1,901 ft

Map of Bolan Mountain Lookout location at Cave Junction, OR, United States

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Getting There

<p>From Cave Junction, OR, travel south on Highway 199 6.4 mi to the Happy Camp Road (Forest Service Road 48). Turn left and travel 17.3 mi on Happy Camp Road (FSR 48) to the junction with Forest Road 4812. Turn left and travel 4.1 mi to the junct...

Nearest town

Cave Junction, OR - 25 mi

About 49 min to downtown

Highway access

Bolan Mountain Lookout is accessible via Highway 199, which is approximately 6.4 miles north from the junction with Happy Camp Road (Forest Service Road 48).

Nearby National Park

Redwood National and State Parks

Hiouchi Visitor Center

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (74 min)

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