High Rock Lookout

After already hiking to Shriner Peak and to Grove of the Patriarchs I thought I'd get to one more summit before I headed back to the city.

On my way up I missed a key turnoff on the road and went about 5 miles out of my way.....

Finally at the trailhead I found a beat up sign that stated only a 1.5 mile hike to the lookout.

The trail mostly follows up the ridge passing through Beargrass patches, thick lush forest and open sections with views of surrounding mountains.

Just below the lookout I passed by a fallen structure that I presume was a supply shelter that housed wood, paint and other needed supplies to keep the lookout in top condition.

I reached the lookout and found it to be in rough shape after only a few years without regular maintenance. This lookout is precariously positioned high atop a rock precipice that drops over 1,000'!

The views are exceptional with many volcanoes within views.

There also views of Mt Adams and Mt Hood.

Hopefully soon there will be a restoration effort assembled and this lookout will be preserved for years to come!