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001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
- 4 guests
- Pet Friendly
Site Details
Reviews (58)
What Guests Are Saying
Drake Peak Lookout is a beautiful destination known for its stunning views, particularly during sunsets and star gazing. Guests appreciated the ample outdoor space for exploration and the peaceful atmosphere. However, the lookout does require maintenance, with issues like broken windows and draftiness, but these did not significantly detract from the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Drake Peak Lookout is a beautiful destination known for its stunning views, particularly during sunsets and star gazing. Guests appreciated the ample outdoor space for exploration and the peaceful atmosphere. However, the lookout does require maintenance, with issues like broken windows and draftiness, but these did not significantly detract from the overall experience.
Review Summary
Mark M
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
My wife and I had a great time. It was cold and windy (10/9) but when the sun was out the room got really warm. Full sky, sunrise-sunset. 1st night saw UFO...no really. Saw pulsing orbs in SE at maybe 10,000'(we're at 8,000) moved to south in blink of an eye, then SW, and were chased off by 2 military jets. Entire event took less than 15 seconds. Did not come back second night. Other than that we had a peaceful time. The door does not lock so we moved table in front of door. Wood heater is a wood eater, but kinda heats the space.
Mark M
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
My wife and I had a great time. It was cold and windy (10/9) but when the sun was out the room got really warm. Full sky, sunrise-sunset. 1st night saw UFO...no really. Saw pulsing orbs in SE at maybe 10,000'(we're at 8,000) moved to south in blink of an eye, then SW, and were chased off by 2 military jets. Entire event took less than 15 seconds. Did not come back second night. Other than that we had a peaceful time. The door does not lock so we moved table in front of door. Wood heater is a wood eater, but kinda heats the space.
Mark M
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
My wife and I had a great time. It was cold and windy (10/9) but when the sun was out the room got really warm. Full sky, sunrise-sunset. 1st night saw UFO...no really. Saw pulsing orbs in SE at maybe 10,000'(we're at 8,000) moved to south in blink of an eye, then SW, and were chased off by 2 military jets. Entire event took less than 15 seconds. Did not come back second night. Other than that we had a peaceful time. The door does not lock so we moved table in front of door. Wood heater is a wood eater, but kinda heats the space.
Mark M
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
My wife and I had a great time. It was cold and windy (10/9) but when the sun was out the room got really warm. Full sky, sunrise-sunset. 1st night saw UFO...no really. Saw pulsing orbs in SE at maybe 10,000'(we're at 8,000) moved to south in blink of an eye, then SW, and were chased off by 2 military jets. Entire event took less than 15 seconds. Did not come back second night. Other than that we had a peaceful time. The door does not lock so we moved table in front of door. Wood heater is a wood eater, but kinda heats the space.
Ramona W
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
The best!
Ramona W
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
The best!
Ramona W
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
The best!
Ramona W
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
The best!
Amanda S
VerifiedFebruary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
This was a once in a life time opportunity. Went in the beginning of October so it was a bit cold (and very windy) but the wood stove kept us feeling toasty. Spent our days adventuring to the nearby peaks and spent our nights star gazing, incredible you can see the milky way! The sun sets and sun rises were absolutely stunning, worth getting up early for. There is a nearby water refill station but it was closed when we went (again early October) so luckily we had brought enough water. This was our first time staying in a fire lookout and will not be our last.
Amanda S
VerifiedFebruary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT
This was a once in a life time opportunity. Went in the beginning of October so it was a bit cold (and very windy) but the wood stove kept us feeling toasty. Spent our days adventuring to the nearby peaks and spent our nights star gazing, incredible you can see the milky way! The sun sets and sun rises were absolutely stunning, worth getting up early for. There is a nearby water refill station but it was closed when we went (again early October) so luckily we had brought enough water. This was our first time staying in a fire lookout and will not be our last.
Location & Directions for Drake Peak Lookout
18049 Hwy 395, Lakeview, OR 97630 United States
Elevation: 2,505 ft
Getting There
From the Lakeview Ranger District Office, travel 6 mi north on Highway 395, and turn right on Highway 140. Take Highway 140 east for 8 mi, then turn left on Forest Road 3615. Continue on Forest Road 3615 for 7.5 mi and turn right on Forest Road 01...
From the Lakeview Ranger District Office, travel 6 mi north on Highway 395, and turn right on Highway 140. Take Highway 140 east for 8 mi, then turn left on Forest Road 3615. Continue on Forest Road 3615 for 7.5 mi and turn right on Forest Road 019. Follow Forest Road 019 for 5 mi to the lookout.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Access to the cabin is via a combination lock, which will be provided in your reservation confirmation.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Utilities
- There is no water supply at this site.
Local regulations
- Contact the Ranger District before your arrival to check for any restrictions or conditions that may affect your visit.
Pets
- Pets are allowed at the facility.
Safety & rules
- All waste and food items must be removed from the site.
- Smoking is not permitted in the cabin.
- Expect to encounter other visitors and personnel during your stay.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles can only be used on designated unpaved roads.
General
- Learn more about the Fremont-Winema National Forest.
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood to prevent the spread of invasive species.
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Last updated: October 22, 2026
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