Gobbler's Knob Fire Lookout

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Gobbler's Knob Fire Lookout, Fire lookout tower in Mount Rainier National Park, United States.

Located at 5,485 feet elevation, this two-story tower features a balconied observation level and ground floor storage space, measuring 14 feet on each side.

The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed this fire detection station in 1933 as part of a national initiative to protect forest lands from widespread fires.

The structure represents traditional National Park Service design principles, integrating natural materials to maintain visual harmony with the mountainous surroundings.

Visitors can reach the lookout through an 11.2-mile round trip hike from Westside Road, gaining 2,585 feet in elevation over approximately seven hours.

The lookout provides views of Mount Rainier, Mount St. Helens, Mount Hood, Mount Adams, and the Olympic Mountains on clear weather days.

Location: Pierce County

Inception: 1933

Architectural style: rustic architecture

GPS coordinates: 46.79420,-121.91528

Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:30

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