How do I rent a fire lookout tower?

To make a Cabin or Fire Lookout Tower Rental Reservation, you can either: Check on availability and reserve over the Internet at Recreation.gov, 7 days a week, 24 hours/day.

Can you stay in fire lookout?

At present, there are at least 85 lookout towers in the U.S. that you can rent overnight. Some are in National Forests; some are in state parks; and some are on USDA Forest Service land.

How many fire lookouts are in California?

California. Some are related to the Angeles National Forest Fire Lookout Association. California had a total of 625 fire lookout sites, of those there are 198 remaining lookout towers, and of those there are around 50 staffed.

How much is a fire lookout?

Each tower will cost about $300,000 a pop, but in DCNR Fire Division Chief Mike Kern’s eyes, it’s worth the price. “If you can prevent even one fire from getting large, you pay for the fire towers,” Kern said.

Where can I rent a forest fire lookout?

Lookouts must be reserved in advance on the recreation.gov website. As most lookouts are remote and only provide primitive services, do read the rental descriptions carefully before reserving. Lookout Rentals are largely provided by the US Forest Service, though other agency rentals are listed when available.

Are there any fire lookouts in Northern California?

Perched high on a mountaintop in some of the most rugged forests, a handful of fire lookouts are for rent in Northern California. Some open up for booking each year in December, so if you have your eye on one of these unusual cabins in the woods, hover over your computer and get ready to click and reserve.

Where can I rent a lookout in the US?

Lookout Rentals are largely provided by the US Forest Service, though other agency rentals are listed when available. Note: These rental links are brought to you by Recreation.gov and are not administered by FFLA. If you have questions or issues with a rental, see the Support Help Center for further info and assistance.

How tall is Calpine forest fire lookout tower?

Calpine is a forest fire lookout tower that was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and is one of three remaining examples of the enclosed windmill-style lookout in California. The lookout was actively used every summer until 1975. It is a three-story structure with external stairs.