Acker Rock Lookout

Lookout was great. The unnecessary road closures by USFS equating to many more miles was no fun. No gas near so if you get detoured by FS, plan ahead.

We spent 3 wonderful nights at Acker Rock Lookout. Beautiful 360 degree views, playing games, reading and just enjoying disconnecting. The propane fridge was great, though I ported up an ice chest. We couldn't get the lights to work, but had our own solar lanterns so we didn't really need them. The view from the toilet might make it one of the best and most unique in the entire world. It was our first fire lookout experience, but hopefully not our last. The bed was larger than I expected (full, not a twin), and there were pots and pans that prior guests had left behind. It seems like the culture of visitors is to leave something for future guests to enjoy, so we left a deck of cards and some binoculars. Wake up to see the sun rise and also watch the sunset.... both were incredible.

Truly specially place! Rugged and challenging but still doable by most. We loved it.

Great location. Lookout is pretty basic. Make sure to take everything needed for cooking and eating.

Would have saved us a good amount of time if they gave us the right combo in the email. The email, said the gate can be rather difficult. It sure was when they gave us the wrong combo. Tried for awhile, then drove around looking for cell service to call the ranger station....none. ended up driving to the ranger station and found someone that could find out the right combo. He said this happens all the time, we have a guy that likes to change it and not tell anyone.
Anyhow what a spectacular place!
I'd definitely recommend double checking the combo with the office the day you go.

The most amazing 360 degree view! It does get very hot though. Hike in is not awful but pack light! Bed is between a Queen and a full and is decently comfy.

This lookout is amazing!! An engineering marvel. It's in great condition and very comfortable. Spectacular views.
The only two downsides were the gate lock (a challenge!) and the logging operation just northeast of the lookout which went on all night (bring earplugs).

Everything worked. Climbers were respectful. Toilet is fantastic.

One night is NOT enough! Definitely recommend more than one day, and with a full complement of kitchen supplies, bring your own food and water and you'll be in heaven.