About Heybrook Lookout
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Heybrook Lookout, Loop: HEYBROOK LOOKOUT
Site Details
Reviews (41)
What Guests Are Saying
Heybrook Lookout offers a fantastic experience with beautiful views, well-maintained accommodations, and a cozy atmosphere. The lookout features spacious sleeping arrangements, great amenities like propane stoves and board games, and is stocked with useful supplies. While it can be busy and has some noise from nearby areas, the overall experience is highly recommended for adventurous travelers seeking unique landscapes and memorable sunsets.
What Guests Are Saying
Heybrook Lookout offers a fantastic experience with beautiful views, well-maintained accommodations, and a cozy atmosphere. The lookout features spacious sleeping arrangements, great amenities like propane stoves and board games, and is stocked with useful supplies. While it can be busy and has some noise from nearby areas, the overall experience is highly recommended for adventurous travelers seeking unique landscapes and memorable sunsets.
Review Summary
Lyle U
VerifiedDecember 17, 2019 • Stayed at: Heybrook Lookout, Loop: HEYBROOK LOOKOUT
Excellent adventure with incredible views.
The only negative was the group of teenagers who showed up with a case of beer around 10pm to party on the observation deck, just below the cab.
Location Heybrook Lookout
Address:
Po Box 305
Skykomish, WA, 98288
United States
Drive U.S. 2 for 2 miles east of the town of Index, just past milepost 37. Limited parking for the trailhead is located on the north side of the highway across from the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest sign.
From the trailhead, it is a 1 mile hike to the lookout with an elevation gain of 900 feet. Tenants must climb 84 steps in order to reach the main cabin.
Heybrook Lookout is accessible via U.S. Highway 2, located approximately 2 miles from the trailhead, east of Index.
Latitude & Longitude: 47.8084 / -121.535
Elevation: 256 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Reservations cannot be made for more than 2 days in a row. Entry to the lookout is by key, which must be obtained from the Skykomish Ranger Station.
- Water is not available; guests must bring their own supply of water.
- Extreme caution must be taken when using lanterns, cook stoves or any other appliances with open flame (candles and incense is prohibited).
- Pack out all food and garbage and clean the facility before you leave. Keep the building and grounds clean to deter squirrel, mice, rats, bears and other wildlife from area.
- Please do not let pets roam freely, as they may endanger wildlife and plants or themselves. Pets are not allowed in the lookout or on the stairs.
- Access to the lookout in October may be impacted by early snow. Please check with the ranger station for current conditions.
- Doors and windows should be locked and all personal items removed upon departure.
- The cabin is a no-smoking facility.
- Contact the Skykomish Ranger District at (360) 677-2414 prior to arrival to check on any restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, weather or storms that may affect your visit. Once a reservation has been made, each party is responsible for contacting the ranger station to make arrangements to pick up their key.
- Click here for more information about Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.
- 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.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
