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Buck Rock Lookout

Located in the Sequoia National Forest, Buck Rock Lookout sits perched atop a granite dome and offers a breathtaking view of the Great Western Divide and other spectacular high mountain peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Access to the top is via a series of stair flights (consisting of 172 steps) suspended from the side of the rock. The current lookout building was constructed in 1923 and is historically significant as a representation of the earliest 4-A style live-in cabs of which there…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 36.737277, -118.860679

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Fence Meadow Camping Area
  • TRIMMER CAMPGROUND
  • ISLAND PARK
  • Pine Flat Campground
  • Summit Camping Area
  • Blue Canyon Vista Observation Site

Frequently asked questions

Is Buck Rock Lookout reservable?

Buck Rock Lookout is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Buck Rock Lookout?

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How do I book a campsite at Buck Rock Lookout?

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