Fairview Peak Lookout
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Hours
- Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Aspen Point Dump Station · 85.9 mi
- Coordinates
- 43.5858, -122.6513
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
"Fairview" is something of a misnomer, as the 53-foot-tall Fairview Peak Lookout Tower sports an awe-inspiring 360-degree view with a vista unlike any west of the Cascade Range. On a clear day, visitors can see north to Mount Hood, south to Crater Lake and Mount McLoughlin, and east to many prominent peaks in the Cascade Range. The 15 ' x 15 ' one-room cabin is furnished with a futon, a table with chairs, a propane heater, a cook stove, and an oven and a small refrigerator. No cooking utensils are provided. There is no water on site visitors must bring plenty for drinking, cooking, and washing. There is also no electricity. Fairview Peak Lookout Tower can be used as an active fire lookout during the summer season.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Fairview Peak Lookout free?
No. Fairview Peak Lookout charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Fairview Peak Lookout?
From Cottage Grove, OR, travel east on Row River Road 2400 for 19 miles to Brice Creek Road 2470. Continue on Brice Creek Road for 12 miles to Noonday Road 2212. Turn right on Forest Road 2212 and travel 8.8 miles to Sharps Creek Road 2460. Keep left and travel on Sharps Creek Road 2460 for 1.1 miles to Fairview Lookout Road 2460-773. Turn right and follow for 1.2 miles to the end of the road. The last mile of road access is steep, rocky and rough. High-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
