Morton Peak Lo
Day visits only. The overnight rental program at Morton Peak Lookout is no longer available. When staffed by volunteers, visitors may drive to the lookout; when unstaffed, the gate is locked and visitors must hike in.
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.…
Roads Closures MT & FC Ranger Districts
To provide for public safety and protect natural resources.
Safety Alert - Falling Rocks at Bonita Falls
We want to remind visitors to Bonita Falls to use extra caution in the area. Rockfalls can happen without warning, especially in steep canyon terrain like the route to the falls.If you plan to visit Bonita Falls, please stay alert, avoid standing directly beneath cliff faces, and keep a safe…
About
Morton Peak Fire Lookout stands at 4,624 feet in the foothills below the San Bernardino Mountains, serving as an active fire detection station operated by volunteer observers. The original lookout was built in 1934 but destroyed in a 1959 wildfire. The current 14x14-foot CL-100 metal cab tower was constructed in 1960 and restored in 2001 by volunteers from the San Bernardino National Forest Association. When staffed, visitors can drive to the summit and tour the cab, which houses an Osborne Fire Finder used to pinpoint wildfire locations. When unstaffed or during fire emergencies, the access gate is locked and visitors must park below and hike 1.5 miles to the peak. The lookout provides sweeping views toward Highway 38, Forest Falls, and the fire-prone mountain terrain it monitors. This is a day-use facility only. The overnight rental program that previously allowed public stays at the lookout has been discontinued.
Directions
From Redlands/Mentone, take Highway 38 toward Forest Falls/Big Bear. Approximately 1.5 miles past Mill Creek Ranger Station, turn left onto Forest Service Road 1N12 (narrow dirt road; high clearance vehicle recommended). Continue 1.5 miles to the gate, then 1.5 miles further on Road 1S13 to the peak.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (909) 382-2882 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Morton Peak Fire Lookout |
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