Corinne C
VerifiedNovember 20, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA FIVEMILE BUTTE LOOKOUT
Our reservation dates were November 15-16, 2022. We got lucky with the snow and was able to drive in. It was an easy drive from the 8 mi mountain bike trailhead off of Forest Rd. 44. The gate was locked when we got there and the code for the tower worked on the gate too. The tower was really warm from the sun when we got there even though it was in the 30's outside. The gas to the propane stove had been turned off but we found the on/off valve and lit the pilot lights no problem! There are 3 pilot lights, two on the stovetop and one in the oven. There is a little vanity with a sink which is nice for doing dishes, the drain goes down a long pipe into a french drain (I'm guessing). We carried all of our gear up the stairs vs using the pulley basket. There's no angle/brake set up on the basket for leverage so it's not that easy to use. The solar light was working but the ambiance isn't very nice from it so we were glad we brought our own lantern and party lights. The bed was pretty comfy with the flannel sheets and down comforter we brought. The wood stove is big for the space and heats really well, we had to sleep with three of the windows open so we didn't overheat! There's a nice tea kettle, a few cooking pots (including a huge one for melting snow), cutting boards but no utensils. The hiking nearby is gorgeous! The 8 mi trail goes right by the cabin. So glad we didn't bring our dog though...those stairs! Especially the last flight, is super steep, he would not of been happy to go down them! We had such a lovely time, hope to go back again!
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