Pinecrest Lookout
Total Miles
6.8
Elevation
2,554.56 ft
Duration
1 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Trail Overview
This trail is very scenic. The first half is mostly gravel roads that are easy. Once you turn onto 5N31, you can find some smaller rocks and ruts but nothing too serious. The trail eventually leads to the location of where the Pinecrest Lookout once stood. It is no longer there, but the views are still amazing. The trail looks over the surrounding area and even Pinecrest Lake and Dodge Ridge Ski Resort.
Photos of Pinecrest Lookout
Difficulty
This trail is not very difficult and very pretty. It is mostly dirt forest roads leading up the hill with some smaller ruts and rocks. Most 4x4 vehicles should make it without issues.
History
The Fire Lookout at Pinecrest Peak was originally built as a National Defense observation tower during WWII. It was manned from 1939-1973.
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