This 4 day/3 night adventure during 4th of July weekend was exactly what I was looking for. Squaw Lakes is a great place to spend the day swimming and soaking up the sun but it is a 40-50 minute drive even though you can see it clearly from the lookout. Worth the drive but be prepared. I did not mind at all but some of the photos online shows a bed which is no longer there so bring your gear to sleep on. I went on the Charlie Buck/Baldy Peak hike which was listed as moderate on Trails.com. I have hiked a bit in my time and would say this is above moderate just as warning. The Sunrises and Sunsets are absolutely amazing and so peaceful. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

This 4 day/3 night adventure during 4th of July weekend was exactly what I was looking for. Squaw Lakes is a great place to spend the day swimming and soaking up the sun but it is a 40-50 minute drive even though you can see it clearly from the lookout. Worth the drive but be prepared. I did not mind at all but some of the photos online shows a bed which is no longer there so bring your gear to sleep on. I went on the Charlie Buck/Baldy Peak hike which was listed as moderate on Trails.com. I have hiked a bit in my time and would say this is above moderate just as warning. The Sunrises and Sunsets are absolutely amazing and so peaceful. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Beautiful views! Apparently there have been issues with flat tires driving up to the lookout, and we joined that club the final night. When packing up my fiancé discovered she had been sleeping on top of a scorpion (in between her sleeping bag and sleeping pad) so bring a cot if you're so fortunate. Great lookout in need of a name change

Beautiful views! Apparently there have been issues with flat tires driving up to the lookout, and we joined that club the final night. When packing up my fiancé discovered she had been sleeping on top of a scorpion (in between her sleeping bag and sleeping pad) so bring a cot if you're so fortunate. Great lookout in need of a name change

Beautiful views! Apparently there have been issues with flat tires driving up to the lookout, and we joined that club the final night. When packing up my fiancé discovered she had been sleeping on top of a scorpion (in between her sleeping bag and sleeping pad) so bring a cot if you're so fortunate. Great lookout in need of a name change

Watched a thunderstorm for 2 hrs! Great place to stay. No beds, bring air mattress and bedding.

Watched a thunderstorm for 2 hrs! Great place to stay. No beds, bring air mattress and bedding.

Watched a thunderstorm for 2 hrs! Great place to stay. No beds, bring air mattress and bedding.

Amazing experience! Best views and sunsets and starry sky! The gate lock is a bit tricky but have faith.

Great sunset and star gazing!