Acker Rock Lookout
Closed for falcon nesting through June 30. The operating season typically runs August 1 through November 15, depending on snow conditions. The refrigerator is currently non-functional; plan alternate cold food storage.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
National Forest Service Road 2610, Bird Point Road, Closure June 9
Tomorrow, June 9, National Forest Service Road (NFSR) 2610, also known as Bird Point Road, will be closed on the Diamond Lake District. An alternative route – NFSR 2612 and 2614 – to get around Lemolo Reservoir in either direction. Please slow down and obey posted signage when traveling in the…
National Forest Service Road 1758-161 and Hardesty Way Trail Construction
Road and trail work is occurring on National Forest Service Road 1758-161 and Hardesty Way Trail on the Cottage Grove Ranger District. Work is expected to continue until mid-June.
Forest-operated Developed Recreation Sites are No Longer Accepting Cash or Check
All Forest-operated developed recreation sites will no longer accept cash or check. Scan & Pay will be available at campgrounds, trailheads, showers, RV dump stations, boat ramps, and picnic day use areas across the Forest. How will this impact how you recreate in summer 2026? With limited…
Umpqua Hot Springs Rules and Regulations
The area of the Umpqua Hot Springs is designated day-use only. Prohibited actions in or around the Umpqua Hot Springs include:Being in the area after sundown or before sunriseCampingParking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions
14-Day Stay Limit Across Umpqua National Forest
Camping within a five-mile radius for longer than 14 days and staying longer than 28 calendar days in a given year is prohibited.
From Recreation.gov
**Attention Guests** - The refrigerator at Acker Rock Lookout is currently down. Please plan alternate ways to store food that needs to be kept cold. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
About
Acker Rock Lookout offers a unique lodging experience in the Umpqua National Forest, perched atop a rocky cliff with sheer drops of several hundred feet on the west and south sides. The historic fire lookout was placed on this magnificent rock formation via helicopter in the 1960s and remains in active fire detection use today. Views encompass the South Umpqua watershed, Rogue-Umpqua Divide, and on clear days extend to mountains on the Willamette, Rogue, and Deschutes River watersheds and Crater Lake Rim. The 12x12 one-room cabin accommodates up to four guests and comes equipped with a single bed with full mattress, small table and chair, propane wall heater, propane lanterns, and a cooking stove with oven. Propane is provided. A composting toilet is available near the lookout. There is no water or electricity at the site; guests must bring all drinking water, food, cooking utensils, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags. Access requires a high-clearance vehicle to reach the trailhead, followed by a moderately steep 0.4-mile hike on Acker Rock Trail #1585. The road has a locked gate; the gate combination is provided with your reservation confirmation.
Directions
From Canyonville, take West 1st Street and turn onto SE 3rd St/OR-227. Continue approximately 23 miles to Tiller. Turn left on Douglas County Road #46/South Umpqua Road, which becomes FS Road #28. Follow for 18.5 miles to Buckeye Creek/FS Road #29. Continue on FS Road #29 for 7 miles to the junction with FS Road #2838. Turn left onto #2838 for 1.5 miles to FS Road #2838-950 spur. Follow for 1.5 miles to the trailhead. The road has a locked gate; combination provided with reservation. Hike 0.4 miles on Acker Rock Trail #1585 to reach the lookout. High-clearance 4WD/AWD vehicle recommended.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 825-3100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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