Hager Mountain Lookout
Open for reservations through May 15, 2026. The lookout closes May 16 when Forest Service fire detection staff take over for the summer season. Reopens November 15. Winter access only via 4-mile snowshoe/ski trek from the trailhead. Contact Silver Lake Ranger District at (541) 576-2107 for current snow and weather conditions before departing.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 9:58AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory...in effect until noon PDT Wednesday. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. People at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. For additional information...please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org
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.
About
Hager Mountain Lookout sits at 7,195 feet elevation in Oregon's Fremont-Winema National Forest, offering 360-degree panoramic views of the surrounding volcanic landscape. On clear days, visitors can see as far as Mount Hood to the north and Mount Shasta to the south. This historic structure is one of the few remaining fire lookouts still actively staffed for fire detection during summer months, and it opens to the public as a winter rental from November 15 through May 15. The 14x14-foot cabin accommodates up to four people and comes furnished with a bed and mattress, three folding cots, table and chairs, propane stove, woodstove with firewood provided, heater, and refrigerator. Limited cookware is available. A vault toilet and picnic table are located outside. There is no potable water on-site, so guests must bring adequate supplies for drinking, cooking, and washing. Garbage must be packed out. Access to the lookout is a rugged adventure in itself. From the Hager Mountain Trailhead off Forest Road 28, guests must hike, snowshoe, or cross-country ski approximately 4 miles to reach the summit. Winter conditions can change rapidly at this elevation, and several groups have required search and rescue assistance after becoming disoriented. Contact the Silver Lake Ranger District before your trip to check current weather and snow conditions.
Directions
From Silver Lake, take Oregon Highway 31 east for less than half a mile, then turn right onto County Highway 4-12 (East Bay Road). County Highway 4-12 becomes Forest Road 28. Continue on Forest Road 28 for 8.7 miles to the Hager Mountain Trailhead. Take Trail #160 for approximately 4 miles to the summit. In winter, access is by foot, snowshoes, or cross-country skis only.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| 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) 576-2107 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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