This lookout is in a beautiful setting and the cabin is in good shape overall. The wildflowers are stunning. However, the propane tank was vandalized a few months ago and has not yet been repaired so the stove and fridge have been removed and there is no heat. It was completely fogged in the entire time we were there and the temperature in the cabin got down to the low 40s in early July. We hadn't thought to bring a portable heater so it wasn't our best lookout experience. There are two great hikes nearby - Coquille Falls and Hanging Rock from Panther Ridge.

Such a unique and fun experience. Received a call from the ranger about four days before my reservation for the gate code. Beautiful, clean lookout with gorgeous views all around. The propane is shut off for now and there’s no water source, so I would recommend bringing your own stove, cooler and plentyyyy of water. There is a sink inside the lookout to wash dishes. There are also two twin beds and a small table with two chairs. Be sure to catch the sunrise and the sunset on the deck, and stay up to admire the plenty of stars at night. Do not use the directions via the Recreation website, it took us on a completely different road that ended up being closed. Search it on Google instead and take those directions. A sedan can maybe make it up to the lookout, but I would recommend at least having an all wheel drive because the drive there was unpaved and had some deep spots. Definitely hike Hanging Rock and Coquille Falls while there.

Despite the rain and the fog.. and the propane not working.. we did have a good time! This is the first lookout we have stayed in that has had two twin beds vs a double and that was probably our least favorite part and thing we would change. The directions on the app take you to a road with a landslide.. so that also needs updated!