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Reviews (16)
What Guests Are Saying
Bald Knob Lookout offers a beautiful setting with stunning wildflowers and impressive views, particularly at sunrise and sunset. The cabin is clean and features comfortable accommodations, though it currently lacks a working propane system and water source, so visitors should bring their own cooking supplies and plenty of water. Nearby hiking trails, such as Coquille Falls and Hanging Rock, enhance the experience, despite some access challenges on the road.
What Guests Are Saying
Bald Knob Lookout offers a beautiful setting with stunning wildflowers and impressive views, particularly at sunrise and sunset. The cabin is clean and features comfortable accommodations, though it currently lacks a working propane system and water source, so visitors should bring their own cooking supplies and plenty of water. Nearby hiking trails, such as Coquille Falls and Hanging Rock, enhance the experience, despite some access challenges on the road.
Review Summary
Chad G
VerifiedAugust 29, 2022 • Stayed at: C1, Loop: AREA BALD KNOB LOOKOUT
Was not provided with information to access to the lookout
Kristen B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: C1, Loop: AREA BALD KNOB LOOKOUT
Great lookout and amenities! I have stayed in quite a few lookouts and this by far had the nicest accommodations with a toilet with disposable toilet paper well stocked (I've stayed in a few without), propane stove, refrigerator, sink, oven, two beds, clean counter and floor with cleaning supplies. The road was very nice for a lookout and can be reached without four wheel drive. Forest service road 33 on the way there was unique with the pot holes and dips spray painted pointed out which really helps you avoid the possible flat tire (spray painted was better than nothing). The other roads were very smooth for gravel. The beauty did not disappoint with the brilliant forest, wonderful sunrise/sets, fog coming up the hillside and overall awe with the flowers below. The surrounding hikes that are included in the lookout book were wonderful, easy to get to from the lookout and gorgeous including all the waterfalls. I would love to stay in more lookouts like this one! Nice work Recreation.gov and the Powers Ranger Station crew for keeping up this wonderful place.
PENNI F
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: C1, Loop: AREA BALD KNOB LOOKOUT
Had a great time but the noise from the camera turning around all the time was not OK.
Todd B
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: C1, Loop: AREA BALD KNOB LOOKOUT
Beautiful scenery, and a secluded waterfall is nearby. We went in the dead heat of summer and it was 100 degrees outside, which made it a very hot night in the tower, but the reward was having the waterfall and trail down the hill all to ourselves.
The tower was very clean inside, and the last person to use it left in great shape. We watched the sun come up in the morning and took photos, and they are some of the most popular pics I've ever shared to my Instagram (@oddtoddpnw.jpg)
Would highly recommend it if you can find an open day on the reservation schedule!
Kristen Z
VerifiedDecember 19, 2019 • Stayed at: C1, Loop: AREA BALD KNOB LOOKOUT
Beautiful location, I know you wouldn't expect anything less ;). Not another soul for MILES
Bridget M
VerifiedDecember 18, 2019 • Stayed at: C1, Loop: AREA BALD KNOB LOOKOUT
Solid lookout! LONG, windy drive, but that usually means you have the area to yourself right? Would stay again, with more time! Lots of trails around, but ended up lounging at the lookout. Would have liked to stay at least 2 nights to do more activities. Reception is out most of the drive, but picks up a little for Verizon once you're in the tower. Also, do NOT use a map application to the address. Use the ones provided by the reservation.
Location Bald Knob Lookout
Address:
42861 Hwy 242
Powers, OR, 97466
United States
From Portland take 1-5S to OR-42 West. Take OR 542 S to Powers. Drive south from the Powers Ranger District office on Highway 242 through the town of Powers to the Forest boundary. Continue on Forest Service Road 33 along the South Fork of the Coquille River for approximately 11.5 miles to the junction of Forest Service Road 3348. Travel up Forest Service Road 3348 approximately 2 miles to the junction of Forest Service Road 5520. Turn right, and the pavement ends. Take Forest Service Road 5520 for 2 miles, then turn right on Forest Service Road 5520-020, and follow this spur road approximately 2 miles to a gate. Go through the gate and continue through a second gate to the end of the lookout road.
REMARK:
Road 3343 is closed to thru traffic and will not access to Look Out. Access the Look Out from Fores Service Road 3348 to Forest Service Road 5520.
Forest Service Road 5520 has recent winter storm damage and is safely passable with High Clearance Vehicle 4 x 4 vehicle.
Latitude & Longitude: 42.694 / -124.028
Policies & Rules
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Maximum capacity of the tower is four occupants at any one time |
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Pets are not allowed at this facility |
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All garbage and food must be packed out |
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The lookout tower is a no-smoking facility |
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Learn more about Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
