Heybrook Lookout

About this site

Overview The Heybrook Lookout sits atop its namesake ridge at 1,700 feet. The lookout itself rises 67 feet above the ridgeline and provides spectacular views of breathtaking glacial peaks surrounding the valley. The first Heybrook fire lookout was a simple tent platform built in 1925. The Forest Service replaced it seven years later with a 45-foot log leg tower, with a ground-level cabin intended as sleeping quarters for fire rangers; however, rampant rodents eventually drove the rangers up into the tower where they lived until a 67-foot lookout was built in 1964. Heybrook Lookout is one of only 106 lookouts left in Washington State. Recreation Hiking, birding and wildlife viewing are popular activities around the lookout. Facilities Hiking, birding and wildlife viewing are popular activities around the lookout. Natural Features On a clear day, guests at Heybrook Lookout see views of Mount Index and Bridal Veil Falls, Mount Baring, Mount Persis and the Wild Sky Wilderness. Wildlife is abundant, and guests may catch a glimpse of black bears, bobcat, elk or bald eagle. Wolves are making a comeback to the area, but they are usually heard and not seen. contact_info For facility specific information, please call (360) 677-2414. Nearby Attractions Deception Falls Picnic Area, Lake Serene/Bridal Veil Falls hikes, and the Iron Goat historic interpretive trail. Additional Info: 14x14-ft lookout cabin sleeps up to 4 with one twin bed, two floor mattresses, table, chairs, propane stove, basic cookware, and battery lanterns. Primitive vault toilet several hundred feet down ridge. Picnic table at tower base. No water on site; bring all water. Pack out all trash. Access via 1-mile hike (900 ft elevation gain) from trailhead on US 2 east of Index, plus 84-step climb to cabin. Key pickup required at Skykomish Ranger Station.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

25 feet

Contact

• 360-677-2414
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/269838

Location

47.808397, -121.535200