About Lake of the Woods Lookout
Number of accommodations: 1
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2026 Season availability
C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
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Reviews (42)
What Guests Are Saying
Lake of the Woods Lookout offers stunning views and a peaceful retreat, making it a unique experience for visitors. The lookout is equipped with basic necessities, including a propane cooktop and a comfortable full-size bed, though guests are advised to bring their own bedding and supplies. However, navigating to the lookout can be challenging due to rough roads, and there are some maintenance issues, such as a non-functional heater and minor repairs needed.
What Guests Are Saying
Lake of the Woods Lookout offers stunning views and a peaceful retreat, making it a unique experience for visitors. The lookout is equipped with basic necessities, including a propane cooktop and a comfortable full-size bed, though guests are advised to bring their own bedding and supplies. However, navigating to the lookout can be challenging due to rough roads, and there are some maintenance issues, such as a non-functional heater and minor repairs needed.
Review Summary
Barbara F
VerifiedOctober 19, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
The news are phenomenal. Don't follow the directions from Google. There are a couple of axle busters. One just before the gate and one just before the lookout. There are basic supplies. There's a propane cook top that works. The heater doesn't work. The need was very comfortable. Bring your own bedding.
Barbara F
VerifiedOctober 19, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
The news are phenomenal. Don't follow the directions from Google. There are a couple of axle busters. One just before the gate and one just before the lookout. There are basic supplies. There's a propane cook top that works. The heater doesn't work. The need was very comfortable. Bring your own bedding.
Michelle H
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
This look out comes with a full size bed and some furniture as well as a small gas cooktop stove and propane lights. There are some pots and pans, utensils, and cooking supplies as well as some cleaning supplies. One thing that is not provided at the lookout is heat so if you are staying when cold make sure you are prepared. Gorgeous views especially the sunsets over the Pacific Ocean!
Michelle H
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
This look out comes with a full size bed and some furniture as well as a small gas cooktop stove and propane lights. There are some pots and pans, utensils, and cooking supplies as well as some cleaning supplies. One thing that is not provided at the lookout is heat so if you are staying when cold make sure you are prepared. Gorgeous views especially the sunsets over the Pacific Ocean!
Neil H
VerifiedJuly 15, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
Awesome views! It’s rough around the edges but a great place to experience.
Neil H
VerifiedJuly 15, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
Awesome views! It’s rough around the edges but a great place to experience.
Ken R
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
Bare bones lookout. Beautiful setting and way off the main roads. Minimal supplies so plan to take everything you need including plates, cups, silverware.
No heater while I was there, solar shower is just a stall with no water reservoir.
Ken R
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
Bare bones lookout. Beautiful setting and way off the main roads. Minimal supplies so plan to take everything you need including plates, cups, silverware.
No heater while I was there, solar shower is just a stall with no water reservoir.
Kathy P
VerifiedMay 19, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
2nd time to the Lake of the Woods Fire Lookout. Absolutely stunning views and beautiful surroundings. The Lookout is equipped with a propane stove for cooking but you have to pack in everything else. Double mattress and box springs works great if you bring sleeping bags as it has been well used. Nice wooden table for dining and playing games with benches. Stairs are steep.
Gold Beach Ranger District says they have issues with people getting lost in finding the lookout. DO NOT USE THE GOOGLE MAP LINK that is on Recreation Northwest website. Go to US Forest Service Page and print out the driving directions. And watch for the signs coming from Gold Beach and you cross the Rogue River and it’s an easy drive to the gate for the Lookout.
Kathy P
VerifiedMay 19, 2025 • Stayed at: C01, Loop: AREA LAKE OF THE WOODS LOOKOUT
2nd time to the Lake of the Woods Fire Lookout. Absolutely stunning views and beautiful surroundings. The Lookout is equipped with a propane stove for cooking but you have to pack in everything else. Double mattress and box springs works great if you bring sleeping bags as it has been well used. Nice wooden table for dining and playing games with benches. Stairs are steep.
Gold Beach Ranger District says they have issues with people getting lost in finding the lookout. DO NOT USE THE GOOGLE MAP LINK that is on Recreation Northwest website. Go to US Forest Service Page and print out the driving directions. And watch for the signs coming from Gold Beach and you cross the Rogue River and it’s an easy drive to the gate for the Lookout.
Location Lake of the Woods Lookout
Address:
29279 Ellensburg Avenue
Gold Beach, OR, 97444
United States
From Portland take 1-5 S to OR 38W, Follow US 101 to Gold Beach. From Gold Beach, Oregon, on the north end of the town, turn east off of US Highway 101 onto County Road 595 (Jerry's Flat Road). Travel east on County Road 595 which becomes Forest Road 33. Turn left at 11.4 miles on to Forest Road 3310, cross bridge and go 13.7 miles. Stay to the right at the fork and turn on Forest Road 3340. Stay on this road for 5.1 miles. Turn left here onto Forest Road 141 - look for the gate in this 5-road junction. Lookout is 0.75-mile up Forest Road 141 spur. Caution! Road is rough. Travel time from Gold Beach is approximately 1.5 hours and 30.2 miles on narrow, paved and gravel roads. Forest Service roads are generally one lane gravel roads with pullouts. Many people use these roads, including logging trucks and recreational vehicles. Drive slowly, stay to the right at all times, and use pullouts.
From Powers, Oregon. At this moment, we don't recommend taking the Forest Service Road 3340. It is impassable. Instead, take the Forest Service Road 3336 to the Lookout.
You can also, follow the following links for directions:
Route 1: Jerrys Flat Rd, Lobster Creek Bridge, FR3310, FR3340, LOW.
STEP 1.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/H8KVHucariPmPVDq5
STEP 2.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8QBa2Q4EVzZnDppi7
Lake of the Woods FULL DIRECTIONS:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/FX7WwTuxfiDTkqKi6 or
https://maps.app.goo.gl/vyAro9QgXjKoThQt5
Route 2: Powers, OR, FR3300, FR3336, LOW.
Lake of the Woods Lookout is accessible via US Highway 101, which is approximately 11 miles from Gold Beach, Oregon. Travelers can reach the campground by taking OR 38W and then US 101.
Latitude & Longitude: 42.5939 / -124.128
Elevation: 1013 feet
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
