McCart Lookout

Michael Daugherty 

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4 years ago

Nice old lookout tower that you can rent out to stay in overnight. Spots fill up fast though. 

Rob Vida 

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6 years ago

The road to the trailhead is a decent single lane but rough. A low clearance vehicle could scrape bottom but our Explorer managed fine. The hike in is moderately difficult for us infrequent hikers because it is all uphill but clearly defined and well built. There are a few trees that have fallen across the trail and I wish I had brought a sharp axe to clear them. The tower is a solid, comfortable living space for 2 people. There is a double bed with a soft thin mattress. For more than 2 people you would want to bring your ow... read more

Joanne C Vida 

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6 years ago

Our first hike in tower visit. It was a little harder than we thought, but we made it :) The hike up was beautiful in itself, and even better once we reached the top. The outhouse is close enough but the trail to it is a little treacherous (I avoided going there at night). Such a gorgeous view and so peaceful. It rained the whole 3 days we were there and we thoroughly enjoyed holding up in the tower withthe cozy heat from the wood stove. We did some hiking (despite the rain) and the view was absolutely worth getting a little... read more